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New Market State Historical Park, New Market

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New Market Battlefield State Historical Park is a historic American Civil War battlefield and national historic district located near New Market, Shenandoah County, Virginia. The district encompasses the site of the Battle of New Market, a battle fought on May 15, 1864, during Valley Campaigns of 1864. In the middle of the battlefield stands the Bushong House, used by both sides as a hospital during the battle and now the visitor center for the 300-acre park.
The park is the site of the Virginia Museum of the Civil War operated by the Virginia Military Institute.
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.

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By harryatkck

This is the battlefield for the Battle of New Market. It is not large, but it does not take long to understand how the battle went. This is a must for Civil War buffs.

This is the battlefield for the Battle of New Market. It is not large, but it does not take long to understand how the battle went. This is a must for Civil War buffs. more »
By lorrainer161

Be sure that you go to the right museum! There is another museum at the entrance to the park that people mistake for the battlefield..but it is privately owned. We unfortunately went to that Civil..... more

Be sure that you go to the right museum! There is another museum at the entrance to the park that people mistake for the battlefield..but it is privately owned. We unfortunately went to that Civil..... more »
By HR M

This is just a must see for anyone curious or interested in the Civil War. VMI is the only military college in the world where cadets actually fought in battle and here is where ten of them died. I...

This is just a must see for anyone curious or interested in the Civil War. VMI is the only military college in the world where cadets actually fought in battle and here is where ten of them died. I... more »

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By Chris Mandeen

Looks like a nice place, but we didn't want to pay the $10 for the museum and grounds ticket (must buy together) so we hung out on the grounds in front. Nice open space with benches and rocks. Essentially a classic rest stop for us.

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By Lee Rosenzweig

One of the lesser known battles of the Civil War, but a site of great importance. The site is inspiring and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. This is the site of the Field of Lost Shoes and the battle where the cadets of the Virginia Military Institute were initiated into what exactly war is and the cost it brings not only to older soldiers but to young students as well. I highly recommend this site to followers of history as well as to followers of the Civil War.

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By Thea Correll

A great stop for civil war enthusiasts. Lots of hand on experiences. The place is huge and highly recommended if you'd like to take a hiking tour too.

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By Jenni Hiser

Friendly helpful staff, interesting Civil War era collections & preserved buildings. The Reenactment! Well executed! Battle of New Market was much shorter than I'd imagined. Several of the reenactors socialized with my children, giving the experience that much more depth. Disclaimer: I am not a civil war enthusiast, still this was an interesting outing for my family. I only took one picture of all the excitement.

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By Joe Noga

Awesome! Hands down the biggest and best reenactment I've ever seen!

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