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Bronze and granite monument of General Nathanael Greene on horseback Photo: NPS Photo

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park

National Military Park · North Carolina

"I never saw such fighting since God made me.

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  • LocationGreensboro, NC
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursDaily, 8:30AM - 5:00PM
  • Weather now83°F Overcast
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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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Hoskins' House and Kitchen Located on the Grounds of the Colonial Heritage Center
Hoskins' House and Kitchen Located on the Grounds of the Colonial Heritage Center — NPS Photo

Things to Do

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A gravel path winds through a forest
The Historic New Garden Road was a colonial highway and the location of the artillery during the Battle of Guilford Courthouse — NPS Photo

Facilities & Services

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  • Guilford Courthouse National Military Park Visitor Center front

    Visitor Center

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    Begin your park visit at the visitor center. Here, you will find information on the park and the Battle of Guilford Courthouse through two interpretive movies and a…

    2332 New Garden Road, Greensboro, NC (336) 288-1776 Directions

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    Begin your park visit at the visitor center. Here, you will find information on the park and the Battle of Guilford Courthouse through two interpretive movies and a museum. Rangers or volunteers at the information desk are glad to help you with answers and assistance. The Visitors Center is open 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Wednesday through Sunday except on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. The Visitor Center will also be open on federal holidays that occur on Monday and Tuesday.

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Hours

Daily, 8:30AM - 5:00PM · Park Hours

Hours details
  • Park HoursDaily, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

    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.

    Monday8:30AM - 5:00PM
    Tuesday8:30AM - 5:00PM
    Wednesday8:30AM - 5:00PM
    Thursday8:30AM - 5:00PM
    Friday8:30AM - 5:00PM
    Saturday8:30AM - 5:00PM
    Sunday8:30AM - 5:00PM

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Weather

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What to expect by season

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!

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Upcoming Events

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  • The Battle of Guilford Courthouse

    01:30 PM–02:00 PM · through Nov 28 All programs meet at the Visitor Center. Address: 2332 New Garden Road Greensboro NC 27410 Free

    About

    Join us for a ranger led discussion of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse. Learn how British and American soldiers experienced the battle and how it affected the course of the Revolutionary War. 

    Programs last around 30 minutes and may include up to a quarter mile walk.

    Note: Programs are subject to change and/or cancelation due to inclement weather, heat, or other unforeseen circumstances. Weather-appropriate clothing and closed toe shoes are recommended. 

  • Fall Festival

    11:00 AM–02:00 PM Free

    About

    Rangers and park volunteers will offer a variety of engaging programs that appeal to visitors of all ages at the first annual Fall Festival.  

    Outside Visitor Center

    Operation Guilford Courthouse

    • Throughout the fight for independence, patriots developed covert techniques to deliver hidden messages right under British noses. Junior Rangers will uncover the process behind sending undetectable letters using invisible ink and will write their own secret messages using a similar method.  They will then dive deep into the world of codes and ciphers and decode hidden messages in primary source documents. Put your spy skills to the test!

    Greene Monument Lawn Activities

    Colonial Medicine

    • In 18th century America, there was limited knowledge and treatments for the sick or injured. Medicine had to be shipped to the colonies. Those who lived in the backcountry of North Carolina were not the first to receive medical supplies. What techniques did they use when common medicines were not widely available? Learn about colonial medical techniques and ingredients in backcountry North Carolina.

    Colonial Games

    Arts and Crafts

  • Art in the Park

    05:00 PM–07:00 PM Location in the park will be provided during the registration process. Free

    About

    Join us for an evening of creativity at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park's Art in the Park, Saturday, October 17, from 5 to 7 PM! 

    Capture the natural beauty of the park with watercolor landscapes, guided step by step by a talented local artist. This is a free event, and supplies will be provided. Space is limited, so please register in advance by email at guco_education@nps.gov or by phone at (336) 288-1776 to reserve your spot. 

  • Veterans Day Commemoration Battlefield Hike

    10:00 AM–11:30 AM The hike meets at the Visitor Center. Address: 2332 New Garden Road Greensboro NC 27410 Free

    About

    In honor of Veterans Day, join us for a ranger-led guided hike of the battlefield. Along the hike, guests will learn about the battle of Guilford Courthouse and how infantry tactics of the time contributed to the battle's outcome. Reenactors will provide a musket demonstration during the hike. 

    The hike is 1.5 miles. It should take about 90 minutes. 

    Note: The hike is subject to change and/or cancelation due to inclement weather, heat, or other unforeseen circumstances. Weather-appropriate clothing and closed toe shoes are recommended. Hikers should carry water.

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  • The Battle of Guilford Courthouse

    01:30 PM–02:00 PM · through Jun 26 All programs meet at the Visitor Center. Address: 2332 New Garden Road Greensboro NC 27410 Free

    About

    Join us for a ranger led discussion of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse. Learn how British and American soldiers experienced the battle and how it affected the course of the Revolutionary War. 

    Programs last around 30 minutes and may include up to a quarter mile walk.

    Note: Programs are subject to change and/or cancelation due to inclement weather, heat, or other unforeseen circumstances. Weather-appropriate clothing and closed toe shoes are recommended. 

Photos

  • Two cannons on grey carriages (wheels) sit in a forest
    Anthony Singleton used two 6 pounder cannons like these reproductions at the American Third Line, the final battle point — NPS Photo

Getting There

2332 New Garden Road
Greensboro, NC 27410

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park is located along US 220 and New Garden Road. To reach the Visitor Center, drive East on New Garden Road and turn right into the parking lot when you see the stone sign “Guilford Courthouse National Military Park.” If you drive down Old Battleground Road, do not drive through the Forest Lawn cemetery, this is a dead end and is not connected to the National Park.

Full directions

If you drive on Old Battleground, turn left onto New Garden Road Lat / Long: 36.1316499 / -79.8471879

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Mailing address: 2332 New Garden Road, Greensboro, NC 27410

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