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Bentonville Battlefield

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Bentonville Battlefield is a North Carolina state historic site at 5466 Harper House Road in Johnston County, North Carolina. It belongs to the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and is the site of the 1865 Battle of Bentonville, fought in the waning days of the American Civil War. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1996.Description and historyThe Bentonville Battlefield is located in southern Johnston County, roughly midway between Newton Grove and Bentonville. The visitors center is located at the junction of Harper House Road and Mill Creek Church Road (County Roads 1008 and 1108, respectively). It is roughly at the southwestern corner of the area in which the battle took place, which extends most of the way to Bentonville, and is also the location of the Harper House, the only surviving building from the time of the battle. Evidence of earthworks erected by both Union and Confederate forces is visible in the agricultural fields in this area.The Battle of Bentonville was fought March 19–21, 1865, and was the largest Civil War battle fought in North Carolina. The Confederate defeat marked a serious weakening of one of its last surviving major armies, but was a significant enough engagement that it convinced Union General Ulysses S. Grant to leave General William T. Sherman in North Carolina, in order to further subdue the surviving forces led by General Joseph E. Johnston.

Address: 5466 Harper House Rd, Four Oaks 27524
Phone: +19105940789
State: NC
City: Four Oaks
Street Number: 5466 Harper House Rd
Zip Code: 27524
categories: landmark & historical place, museum


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Reviews
We visited Bentonville Battlefield State Park in North Carolina. It is very interesting history to me. I was unaware of the large battle that took place here. We stopped in the visitor's center, looked around and watched a 15 minute movie about the history leading up to the battle. Unfortunately, the Harper house was closed for restoration work. However, we did get a tour of the grounds and outbuilding. Our tour guide was informative and provided a good picture of the history of the battlefield and the Harper house. There is a self guided motor tour to different sections of the battlefield and surrounding area, that is about 10 miles. We tried a couple stops, but we didn't get good enough cell phone coverage to be able to hear about the sites. I like historical places of interest and this was a good visit to part of our nation's history. At the visitor's center, there is a vending machine for drinks, restrooms and picnic tables. We visited on a Tuesday morning and there weren't a lot of people. By the time we left the visitor's center, several more people had arrived.
The park looked interesting, but when they state gates close at 5 and you park at 4, they mean buildings will close at 4:15. It's a little disappointing, but I did get to park on "overflow" outside the gate and tour the monuments. I'll go back and look in the house when I can spend more time. Although it is primarily a Confederate battle memorial site, there is information and a monument dedicated to Union soldiers who fought and fell there.
It’s always amazing to visit Historical Landmarks and Bentonville Battlefield Historic Park is one of them. there was no entrance fee when we visited, and there was a Volunteer. Tour guide that show us around the Historic House, I’d say it was worth a visit and a good experience to see the actual Battlefield tour.
Nicely preserved battlefield in which one can walk and explore sections of the battlefields, trails, cemeteries, and check out the museum check hours of operation. This is the site of the largest Civil War battles in North Carolina, but it is often overlooked as significant because Lee surrendered to Grant just a few weeks after the last shots were fired here. A fascinating and horrific time in this country. I am glad this and other sites are preserved so those that follow May remember and learn from the past. Restrooms: Check the hours of operation for restrooms Dog-friendliness: There is space for dogs to stretch their furry legs! Picnic area: A few tables under a covered area near the visitor center
Super historical and the trails have plenty of ditched and earthworks from the battle. Super pretty area and I love the tribute payed to the dead and wounded on both sides as opposed to the typical tribute to only the victors.
Guided tours of the battle sights. Cemetery is a mass grave sight. Well maintained grounds with handicap access. There's also a visitors center with maps and souvenirs. The main house was used as a makeshift hospital during the battle. There is also a separate kitchen for the house that you can check out. A workers cabin can also be seen. The house well is capped off. Restrooms: Clean restrooms during hours of operation. Dog-friendliness: Dogs allowed as long as on a leash. Plenty of room for running around. Picnic area: Large covered picnic area for get togethers.
Impressed by our experience here! The workers in the visitor center were so nice and helpful! We took our time and explored all the battlefield had to offer. I loved being able to dial in for the phone guided tour. We went on the driving tour as well! Just an awesome visit with tons of information!
I went on a Monday and was the only person there. The park office and exhibits are closed on Mondays but the trails are open all week. Very clean trails. Dogs are allowed on a leash. Note: if the office is closed, the restrooms are closed. There are picnic tables.
As a past Civil War reenactor, I've been to this battlefield numerous times for Civil War reenactments. But once while traveling back from Wilmington, my wife and I stopped and were nothing but tourists! It was a fun day. If ever in Eastern North Carolina and you're a Civil War and/or American History buff, this is definitely a place to stop and see! UPDATE: more photos shared! I use to do Civil War reenacting. A Facebook memory popped up of when me and my son and two of my cousin "fought' in the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Bentonville. March 19-21 2015 marked the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Bentonville. The largest Civil War battle in NC, over 22,000 Confederate troops under the command of General Johnston tried to halt Sherman's over 60,000 Federal troops from their push through the Carolina's. We were actually there on March 20-22 to commemorate all the brave men on both sides of the battle line who fought and died. Our reenactment unit did both Federal and Confederate impressions - thus photos from both sides! Lol! One day we were Yankees, the next day we were Rebels. This was 8 years ago, back when people still thought US History was worth remembering instead of removing it from our memories.
The grounds on this place is immaculate. Handicap parking and handicapped accessible. Lots of historical information
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