Kernstown Battlefield — Attraction in Winchester

Went here on the 4th of July on a lark. We had a picnic lunch and were looking for someplace to eat it. We drove up to the main house and were greeted warmly by the folks running the park. After a very pleasant lunch my family and I explored the battle field a bit and the museum on site a lot.

I have to say the quality of the museum really surprised me! Very well laid out with lots of great local information about the Civil War in that area.

They were fantastic with my 4 year old son who had a good time.

The folks that run the park obviously love the history of it and take great pride in keeping it up for future...

I highly recommend a tour from their guide, Mike. He is extremely knowledgeable about the battles and the area. He gives personalized tours based on your interests, including a ghost tour, the Battle of Kernstown, personal stories of those who lived the Battle and many others. Ask him any question and he'll know the answer! Make sure to ask him about the family's Music Book! It is on display and with all the notations within, absolutely reveals the Owner! He let us look at the display case of family momentos. (Which doesn't happen too often.)He is a personable guide, with patience and a great personality! I would go...

Excellent tour and visit, would highly recommend and will absolutely return. Visited this battlefield specifically to see the location of Pennsylvania Colonel William Murray who was killed at the battle. Murray was from Hollidaysburg, PA my home town area. Staff went above and beyond with the tour, especially our tour guide Larry Turner. The battlefield, house, museum and buildings were all interesting and filled with displays and told the story of the battle from both sides. Easy to find location and...