VACATIONS MADE EASY : DESTINATIONS : NASHVILLE, TN : EVENT CALENDAR

Living Under the Guns: An Encampment at Fortress Rosecrans

Experience what life was like during the Civil War era by attending the Living Under The Guns: An Encampment at Fortress Rosecrans, which is being held at the Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro, TN.

You will get the opportunity to tour one of the biggest earthen fortifications that was constructed during the Civil War known as Fortress Rosecrans. You will see how this fortress was a supply depot for the Union army along with focusing on the relationships between both the soldiers and the civilians in this area, something that reshaped all of their lives of the people in the town of Murfreesboro, TN. During this event, you will be joined by both Park Rangers and Volunteers alike as they lead you through a series of programs that will teach you about the military and civilian lifestyles of this time period. Perfect for the entire family to attend because of its educational value, this is one event that will leave you with many positive memories.

Points of Interest

Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro, TN

A bloody battle once took place at Stones River during the Civil War, today you can visit this 600 acre National Battlefield which includes the Stones River National Cemetery and Hazen Brigade Monument which is believed to be the oldest Civil War Monument still standing in it's original location.