posted November 18, 2008
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will host special interpretive programs presented in commemoration of the 145th Anniversary of the Battles for Chattanooga. A variety of educational programs will be offered on Saturday and Sunday.
The Battles for Chattanooga, Nov. 23-25, 1863, marked the end of a five month campaign for control of this key rail center, the "Gateway to the Deep South." The following year, General William T. Sherman used Chattanooga as a base of supply and communication during his Georgia campaigns.
Battlefield staff and volunteers will present a series of special tours and living history demonstrations interpreting the battle actions of 145 years ago. These programs will be conducted at various locations throughout the Chattanooga area.
For all walking tours, participants are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a bottle of water, and dress appropriately for the weather.
Rob Clifton, author of "Chattanooga Then and Now," which includes photographs of Point Park and Lookout Mountain, will conduct a book signing on Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center.
The full schedule of programs is also available on the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military web page, www.nps.gov/chch.
For more information, contact the Lookout Mountain Battlefield at (423) 821-7786.
Saturday
Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center extended hours: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Guided Battlefield Tours:
9 a.m. – Moccasin Bend Civil War Sites
Park ranger will lead a 90-minute walking tour of Civil War sites located on historic Moccasin Bend. Tour begins at the Moccasin Bend Hospital parking area.
10 a.m. – Orchard Knob Battlefield Car Caravan Tour
A park ranger will lead a 90-minute guided car caravan tour of the Orchard Knob Battlefield. Tour begins at the Andrew's Raiders Monument located inside the entrance gate to the Chattanooga National Cemetery.
11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. – Point Park Guided Walking Tour
A park ranger will lead a 30-minute guided walking tour of Point Park, located atop historic Lookout Mountain. Tour begins at the Point Park entrance gate.
12 p.m. – Sherman Reservation Tour
A park ranger leads a 90-minute, ½ mile guided walking tour of the Sherman Reservation, located on historic Missionary Ridge. Please wear comfortable shoes. Tour begins at the Sherman Reservation sign located at the intersection of Lightfoot Mill Road and North Crest Road on Missionary Ridge.
2 p.m. – Lookout Mountain Battlefield Tour
A park volunteer will lead a 90-minute, ½ mile guided walking tour of the Lookout Mountain Battlefield. Tour begins at the Cravens House, located on historic Lookout Mountain.
3 p.m. – Army of the Cumberland Missionary Ridge Assault Walking Tour
A park ranger will lead a 90-minute, guided walking tour highlighting the Army of the Cumberland's assault of Missionary Ridge on Nov. 25, 1863. This 1 ½ mile walking tour begins at the Bragg Reservation on historic Missionary Ridge.
Cravens House:
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visit the historic Cravens House, located on the Lookout Mountain Battlefield. Throughout the day, park staff will conduct 30 minute guided tours interpreting the house's role during the battle, and the Robert Cravens family history.
Living History:
Artillery Demonstrations
Living historians portraying Confederate artillerists will demonstrate the loading and firing of Civil War light artillery cannon. Demonstrations will be conducted in Point Park, located atop historic Lookout Mountain. Artillery programs will begin at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4 p.m.
Infantry Demonstrations
Living historians portraying the 37th Tennessee Confederate Infantry Regiment will conduct infantry tactical demonstrations used during the Battles for Chattanooga. Demonstrations will be conducted in Point Park, located atop historic Lookout Mountain. Infantry demonstrations will begin at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.
Medical Program
From 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Living historians portraying the 17th Ohio Regimental Field Hospital will be encamped at the Cravens House. Throughout the day, they will conduct programs interpreting the role of a Civil War era regimental field hospital. Medical equipment used in a field hospital will also be on display.
Book Signing:
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Rob Clifton, author of "Chattanooga, Then and Now," which includes photographs of Point Park and Lookout Mountain, will conduct a book signing at the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center.
Sunday
Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center extended hours: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Guided Battlefield Tours:
9 a.m. – Moccasin Bend Civil War Sites
A park ranger will lead a 90-minute guided walking tour of Civil War sites located on historic Moccasin Bend. Tour begins at the Moccasin Bend Hospital parking area.
11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. – Point Park Guided Walking Tour
A park ranger will lead a 30-minute guided walking tour of Point Park, located atop historic Lookout Mountain. Tour begins at the Point Park entrance gate.
1 p.m. – Orchard Knob Battlefield Car Caravan Tour
A park ranger will lead a 90-minute guided car caravan tour of the Orchard Knob Battlefield. Tour begins at the Andrew's Raiders Monument, located inside the entrance gate to the Chattanooga National Cemetery.
2 p.m. – Ringgold Gap Battlefield Car Caravan Tour
A park ranger will lead a 90-minute guided car caravan tour of the Ringgold Gap Battlefield. Tour begins at the Ingle's Grocery Store parking area, located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 41 and Georgia Route 151 in Ringgold, Georgia.
2:30 p.m. – Sherman Reservation Tour
A park ranger will lead a 90-minute, ½ mile guided walking tour of the Sherman Reservation, located on historic Missionary Ridge. Tour begins at the Sherman Reservation sign, located at the intersection of Lightfoot Mill Road and North Crest Road on Missionary Ridge.
CRAVENS HOUSE:
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Visit the historic Cravens House, located on the Lookout Mountain Battlefield. Throughout the day, park staff will conduct guided tours interpreting the role of the house during the battle and the Robert Cravens family.
LIVING HISTORY:
Artillery Demonstrations
Living historians portraying Confederate artillerists will demonstrate the loading and firing of Civil War era light field artillery cannon. Demonstrations will be conducted in Point Park, located atop historic
Lookout Mountain. Artillery programs will begin at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Infantry Demonstrations
Living historians portraying the 37th Tennessee Confederate Infantry Regiment will conduct infantry tactical demonstrations used during the Battles for Chattanooga. Demonstrations will be conducted in Point Park, located atop historic Lookout Mountain. Infantry demonstrations will begin at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Medical Program
From 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Living historians portraying the 17th Ohio Regimental Field Hospital will be encamped at the Cravens House. Throughout the day they will conduct programs interpreting the role of a Civil War era regimental field hospital. Medical equipment used in a field hospital will also be on display.
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