Fort Stedman (Eastern Front Tour Stop #5)

Park Event · Petersburg National Battlefield · Jul 6, 2026 – Sep 6, 2026 · 2:30 PM–3:00 PM

The Hare House Hill/ Fort Stedman area is some of the most blood-soaked land in the Petersburg National Battlefield.

Join a Park Ranger for a 20-30 minute program discussing the events in this area.

Programs

• The charge of the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery during the Opening Assaults in June 1864.
• The failed Confederate assault attempting to break through the Federal lines in March 1865.

Meet the Park Ranger for this free program at the parking lot for Stop #5. Program is subject to cancellation due to weather or other issues.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).