Join National Park Service at Manassas National Battlefield Park. Over 3,500 soldiers lost their lives because of the two Civil War battles that occured on the park. Each and every Memorial Day, we reserve time to revere, respect, and pay homage to the men who fell during the Civil War.

This special event will feature several Park Ranger Guided Tours, Living History Demonstrations, Jr. Ranger Activities, and additional programs.

Schedule of Events

May 24, 2025

10:00AM: Faces of the Fallen Exhibit Dedication & Unveiling
Join Park Staff and visitors as we unveil the new exhibit "Faces of the Fallen." The exhibit features photographs of over 120 soldiers who perished in the First and Second Battle of Manassas. Short biographies accompany each photograph, to better learn these soldier's stories.

10:20AM: Faces of the Fallen Informal Q&A
Immediately following the unveiling ceremony, we invite to public to participate in an informal Q&A where you can ask the exhibit curator and park staff about the exhibit and get an inside look into making a museum exhibit.

11:00AM: Faces of the Fallen Ranger Guided Tour (1st Manassas)
One of the most powerful ways to tour a battlefield is to walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fell in combat during First Manassas. Faces of the Fallen is designed to follow one soldier in combat. You'll learn about their personal thoughts, reasons for fighting, what the regiment did in combat, and what one soldier's death meant to their comrades and family.

1:00PM: Henry Hill Walking Tour
Join a park staff for a tour on Henry Hill discussing the major action of the First Battle of Manassas on the ground where the battle was fought.

2:00PM: Faces of the Fallen Ranger Guided Tour (2nd Manassas)
One of the most powerful ways to tour a battlefield is to walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fell in combat during Second Manassas. Faces of the Fallen is designed to follow one soldier in combat. You'll learn about their personal thoughts, reasons for fighting, what the regiment did in combat, and what one soldier's death meant to their comrades and family.

3:30PM: Second Manassas Henry Hill Walking Tour
Learn about the Second Battle of Manassas on the ground where it took place. A park ranger or volunteer will take you to the landmarks of Henry Hill and decribe the day's events. Imagine the cannons roar and the crack of musketry as park staff narrarate the battle.

May 25, 2025

10:00AM: Henry Hill Walking Tour
Join a park staff for a tour on Henry Hill discussing the major action of the First Battle of Manassas on the ground where the battle was fought.

11:00AM: Life and Death in the Civil War Walking Tour
The Civil War amounted to over 600,000 deaths, more than any other war in American history. How did 1860's Americans think about death? What were their mourning practices? How did families locate their lost relatives? Join a park ranger on a special walking tour focussed on these questions and more.

1:00PM: Faces of the Fallen Ranger Guided Tour (1st Manassas)
One of the most powerful ways to tour a battlefield is to walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fell in combat during First Manassas. Faces of the Fallen is designed to follow one soldier in combat. You'll learn about their personal thoughts, reasons for fighting, what the regiment did in combat, and what one soldier's death meant to their comrades and family.

2:00PM: Second Manassas Henry Hill Walking Tour
Learn about the Second Battle of Manassas on the ground where it took place. A park ranger or volunteer will take you to the landmarks of Henry Hill and decribe the day's events. Imagine the cannons roar and the crack of musketry as park staff narrarate the battle.

3:30PM: Faces of the Fallen Ranger Guided Tour (2nd Manassas)
One of the most powerful ways to tour a battlefield is to walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fell in combat during Second Manassas. Faces of the Fallen is designed to follow one soldier in combat. You'll learn about their personal thoughts, reasons for fighting, what the regiment did in combat, and what one soldier's death meant to their comrades and family.

May 26, 2025

10:00AM: Faces of the Fallen Ranger Guided Tour (1st Manassas)
One of the most powerful ways to tour a battlefield is to walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fell in combat during First Manassas. Faces of the Fallen is designed to follow one soldier in combat. You'll learn about their personal thoughts, reasons for fighting, what the regiment did in combat, and what one soldier's death meant to their comrades and family.

11:00AM: Salute Firing/Artillery Demonstration
Join Park staff and volunteers in learning about Civil War artillery. See how the crew loads and fires a Civil War cannon. Learn about how artillery was used and about the various tasks needed to ensure it's effectiveness.

11:30AM: Names of the Manassas Fallen (Part I)
Listen to park staff recite the names of over 3,500 soldiers who were killed at First and Second Manassas echo over the hillside where they once fought.

1:00PM: Salute Firing/Artillery Demonstration
Join Park staff and volunteers in learning about Civil War artillery. See how the crew loads and fires a Civil War cannon. Learn about how artillery was used and about the various tasks needed to ensure it's effectiveness.

1:30PM: Names of the Manassas Fallen (Part II)
Listen to park staff recite the names of over 3,500 soldiers who were killed at First and Second Manassas echo over the hillside where they once fought.

3:00PM: Faces of the Fallen Ranger Guided Tour (2nd Manassas)
One of the most powerful ways to tour a battlefield is to walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fell in combat during Second Manassas. Faces of the Fallen is designed to follow one soldier in combat. You'll learn about their personal thoughts, reasons for fighting, what the regiment did in combat, and what one soldier's death meant to their comrades and family.

5:00PM: Names of the Manassas Fallen (Part III)
Listen to park staff recite the names of over 3,500 soldiers who were killed at First and Second Manassas echo over the hillside where they once fought.

Date: May 24-26, 2025

Location: Manassas National Battlefield Park, 6511 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20108

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