Ranger Programs

Park Ranger giving a talk on the battlefield.

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Join a park ranger to learn more about the campaign, siege, and occupation of Vicksburg, Mississippi during the American Civil War. All programs are free of charge. Children are encouraged to participate in the Junior Ranger Program.

Ranger programs are outside where it is generally hot and humid during the summer months. Please plan ahead by bringing plenty of water, wearing a hat, and applying sunscreen.

Throughout the year living history events are scheduled to help bring the Civil War to life including weapon demonstrations, soldier talks, and opportunities to explore civilian life.

Upcoming Scheduled Programs

May 22nd Assault Battlewalks
Join a ranger on May 22, 2024 and learn more about the massive Union Asssult that took place against the Confederate defenses at Vicksburg. Each walk will last 1 hour and explore stories on a separate part of the battlefield.

10 AM: Railroad Redoubt - Meet at Tour Stop #13 (Railroad Redoubt). Learn about the struggle for this key fort guarding the Southern Railroad's access into Vicksburg, the brief Union breakthrough at the bastion, and subsequent repulse by Confederate forces.

2 PM: 2nd Texas Lunette - Meet at the Visitor Center. Learn about the Union attack on this key fort defending the center of the Confederate line, and the experience of the Chicago Mercantile Battery during the assault.