2012 Activities at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield
February:
February 4: No Dead Ends: Getting Around Walls in Family Research | Have you hit a "wall" in your family research? Historian and researcher Brad Quinlan will provide tips and information on how to get past genealogical research pitfalls. Program is at 11 am at KEMO Visitor Center..
February 12 & 19: Mark Twain Speaks! : A Progressive Man’s View on Social Change in America | Living historian Harry Carpenter portrays famous author and icon Mark Twain, discussing Twain’s views on society before, during, and after the Civil War. The program takes place at the KEMO Visitor Center from 1:30 -2:30 pm.
March:
March 12: Monday Night Program | These programs cover a variety of historical and culturally relevant topics delivered by subject experts. Speakers are to be announced; please check the back later for more details.
March 31: Park Day | This “Take Pride in America” event is sponsored by the Civil War Trust invites volunteers to help park staff with maintenance projects. All ages are encouraged to participate. More information will be available on the park’s website at www.nps.gov/kemo.
April:
April 16: Monday Night Program | These programs cover a variety of historical and culturally relevant topics delivered by subject experts. Speakers are to be announced; please check back later for more details.
April 16 – May 31: “Project Poppy” fundraiser | A cooperative effort between school children and Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, poppies are for sale through the Kennesaw Mountain Historical Association. Poppies are $1 and proceeds go to the “Wreaths Across America” program to place wreaths at the Marietta National Cemetery.
April 28: Junior Ranger Day | “Trains, Trains, and More Trains!!” Children of all ages are invited to attend this annual event where they will learn about the history of trains in Atlanta and the US, and become official Jr. Rangers! Activities include photo, dress up and craft stations with booths conducted by various railroad organizations. Program is from 11 am – 3 pm at KEMO Visitor Center.
May:
May 5: Kennesaw Mountain Heritage Crafts Day | Celebrate 19th century living! Crafters will be on hand to demonstrate various skills, from beekeeping to basket weaving. Many crafting items will be available for purchase. Music, crafts, food, and dance fun available for all from 11 am to 6 pm around KEMO Visitor Center.
May 14: Monday Night Program | These programs cover a variety of historical and culturally relevant topics delivered by subject experts. Speakers are to be announced; please check back later for more details..
May 24-28: Veterans’ Uniform Display | Historian Ken Myers presents veterans’ uniforms and memorabilia from World War I through Operation Iraqi Freedom. The display is at the KEMO Visitor Center and is available from 9 am – 4 pm.
June:
June1 – July 27: Fun-at-the-Mountain Fridays | Each Friday children can have fun with the rangers, participating in various nature and history centered activities that encourage hands-on involvement. Programs last approximately one hour, beginning at 1 pm each Friday.
June 23-24: 148th Battle Anniversary | Various events commemorating the anniversary of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. Artillery and infantry demonstrations presented, along with civilian and military life encampments.
July:
August:
August 13: Monday Night Program | These programs cover a variety of historical and culturally relevant topics delivered by subject experts. Speakers are to be announced; please check back later for more details.
September:
September 10: Monday Night Program | These programs cover a variety of historical and culturally relevant topics delivered by subject experts. Speakers are to be announced; please check back later for more details.
October:
October 15: Monday Night Program | These programs cover a variety of historical and culturally relevant topics delivered by subject experts. Speakers are to be announced; please check back later for more details.
November:
December: