Last updated: March 23, 2021
Place
Dover Hotel (Surrender House) Tour Stop #10
National Park Service
Quick Facts
Designation:
National Register of Historic Places
Amenities
9 listed
Accessible Rooms, Captioned Media, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Parking - Bus/RV, Picnic Table, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Trash Dumpster, Wheelchair Accessible
This nineteenth century hotel was the site of the 1862 surrender between Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant and Brigadier General Simon B. Buckner. One room is open to the public, and visitors can read interpretive exhibits, and view a short film about the significance of the structure to the battle and the small community of Dover. Wayside exhibits are also located here. The audiovisual film is also available on the park's website.
Public restrooms are not available. Brick walkways permit easy access for those with disabilities. One picnic table is available.
The historic structure has had a rich history as hotel for riverboat travelers, a headquarters for Confederate commanders during the war, and as a private museum.
Public restrooms are not available. Brick walkways permit easy access for those with disabilities. One picnic table is available.
The historic structure has had a rich history as hotel for riverboat travelers, a headquarters for Confederate commanders during the war, and as a private museum.