On this day Kings Mountain National Military Park will fully open for the morning, to commemorate the anniversary of the battle. This program will feature a wreath laying ceremony at 11:00 AM and remarks from the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). At 3:00 PM the Overmountain Victory […]
Join us on Saturday October 4 for our annual Battle Anniversary Weekend Lantern Tour. Our theme for the tour will be the aftermath of the battle of Kings Mountain. The tour will last about one hour and cover the 1.5-mile battlefield tour, so wear good walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Space is […]
This commemorative weekend event will feature ranger led guided tours of Kings Mountain battlefield and talks on the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution, 18th century musket and rifle firing demonstrations, children’s crafts and activities, reenactors in period kit, a history row consisting of booths from nearby historical sites, author book signing, keynote speaker Jim […]