Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site

Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site The Battle of Bentonville was the largest battle ever fought on North Carolina soil. William T.
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The Battle of Bentonville, fought March 19-21, 1865, was the last full-scale action of the Civil War in which a Confederate army was able to mount a tactical offensive. This major battle, the largest ever fought in North Carolina, was the only significant attempt to defeat the large Union army of Gen. Sherman during its march through the Carolinas in the spring of 1865.

Just a few things to know for Heavy Thunder this weekend. See you all Saturday!
06/11/2026

Just a few things to know for Heavy Thunder this weekend. See you all Saturday!

Van Ventures are taking a pause this week for event prep. But worry not - "Heavy Thunder" - our summer program is happen...
06/10/2026

Van Ventures are taking a pause this week for event prep. But worry not - "Heavy Thunder" - our summer program is happening THIS SATURDAY!!! 10-4pm, cannons, infantry, civilian, medical, wagons, food trucks, micro tours...and its FREE.

This summer, you can visit us on Sundays! Bentonville Battlefield is part of a time-limited pilot program to expand acce...
06/08/2026

This summer, you can visit us on Sundays! Bentonville Battlefield is part of a time-limited pilot program to expand access to NC Historic Sites. We’ll be open from 1-5 p.m. on Sundays from June 14 – Aug. 2. Visit our website to learn more:

This summer, NC Historic Sites will initiate a pilot program across 13 sites to offer Sunday hours

We are just over a week away from the return of our annual artillery program! Be sure to visit us on Saturday, June 13th...
06/04/2026

We are just over a week away from the return of our annual artillery program! Be sure to visit us on Saturday, June 13th for a day of fun that will include both artillery and small arms demonstrations. Admission is free and food trucks will be on site!

THREE new Van Ventures rolling out this week!!Friday - 11:00 - "The Army is Coming to You" 1:00 - "We Heard...
05/27/2026

THREE new Van Ventures rolling out this week!!
Friday - 11:00 - "The Army is Coming to You"
1:00 - "We Heard the Long Roll"
Saturday - 11:00 - A Tour of Bentonville
1:00 - "Not Hope to Advance and Live"

Van ventures rolling out this week...did we mention they're FREE!!Friday - 11:00 - cancelled due to field trip ...
05/20/2026

Van ventures rolling out this week...did we mention they're FREE!!
Friday - 11:00 - cancelled due to field trip
1:00 - "A Most Deplorable Incident"
Saturday - 11:00 - A Tour of Bentonville
1:00 - "Bring out that Cannon!"

Van Ventures rolling out Friday & Saturday!Friday - 11:00 - A Tour of Bentonville 1:00 - "Where Thousands O...
05/14/2026

Van Ventures rolling out Friday & Saturday!
Friday - 11:00 - A Tour of Bentonville
1:00 - "Where Thousands Once Stood"
Saturday - 11:00 - "My Brave Engineers"
1:00 - "Scarcely Any Officers Left"

Mark your calendars! Bentonville's annual artillery event Heavy Thunder returns June 13, 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. J...
05/09/2026

Mark your calendars! Bentonville's annual artillery event Heavy Thunder returns June 13, 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Join us for an awesome day filled with artillery and small arms demonstrations. This event is admission free and food trucks will be on site!

Don't forget, Van Ventures continues tomorrow! Join us for "Bring out that Battery at 11:00am and "Struck with Unusual P...
05/08/2026

Don't forget, Van Ventures continues tomorrow! Join us for "Bring out that Battery at 11:00am and "Struck with Unusual Providence at 1:00pm!

This Saturday - please consider supporting this benefit for a family in need in our community.
05/01/2026

This Saturday - please consider supporting this benefit for a family in need in our community.

This Saturday!!
Please join us to support Cade and his family for a important cause.

Address

5466 Harper House Road
Four Oaks, NC
27524

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19105940789

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