Regular Event
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
Hands On History by the Greene Monument
Children’s Program
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Repeating Event
Date(s)
Apr 25, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
National Military Park
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
"I never saw such fighting since God made me. The Americans fought like demons." - Lt. General Charles, Earl Cornwallis On March 15, 1781, six years into the American Revolution, General Greene and Lord Cornwallis' troops faced off at a small courthouse community. The battle would change the course of the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution.
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The General Greene Monument is a focal point of commemoration on the battlefield
Credit: NPS Photo
Activities
Arts and Culture
Theater
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Living History
Historic Weapons Demonstration
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits
Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Biking
Road Biking
Park Film
Operating Hours
Start your visit at the Battlefield Visitor Center, located at 2332 New Garden Road, Greensboro NC 27410. The Visitors Center is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. These facilities close to visitors and motor vehicle traffic on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. The park is accessible by foot, and visitors are welcome to walk the trails until dusk.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Monday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
Weather info
https://www.nps.gov/guco/planyourvisit/weather.htm Summers are warm to hot and humid with the occasional thunderstorm. Spring and Fall are cool with rainy periods. Winter is mild and cold with snow and ice possible in January and February. Wear comfortable clothing for the season and good walking shoes year round!Events
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