Pickett's Mill Battlefield State Historic Site
Pickett's Mill is one of the best-preserved Civil War battlefields in the nation. Visitors can travel roads used by Federal and Confederate troops, see earthworks constructed by these men, and walk through the same ravine where hundreds died.
On May 27, 1864, the Federal Army, having been stopped in its advance on Atlanta two days earlier by the Battle of New Hope Church, attempted to outflank the Confederate position. Some 14,000 Federal troops were selected for the task, and General Howard was given command. After a five-hour march, Howard's force reached the vicinity of Pickett's Mill and prepared to attack. Waiting were 10,000 Confederate troops under the command of General Cleburne. The Federal assault began at 5 p.m. and continued into the night. Daybreak found the Confederates still in possession of the field. The Federals had lost 1,600 men compared to the Confederate loss of 500. The Confederate victory resulted in a one-week delay of the Federal advance on Atlanta.
Info & Amenities
-
Hours of Operation
Thursday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Admission & Fees
Adults $5.50
Group rates available with advance notice. please call 770-443-7850.
Seniors (62+) $3.50
Youth (ages 6-17) $3.00
Facility Amenities
Self-guided Tours
General Information
Family-friendly
Open Year 'Round
Group Amenities
Group Rates Available
Group-friendly
Special Tags
Civil War Site
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Events
-
Anniversary of the Battle of Pickett's Mill and History Hike
06/01/2018 - 06/03/2018
From 10 a.m. - noon, experience reenactors and living history demonstrations. Learn what is was like to be a refugee. Interact with soldiers and civillians. Go on a guided history hike that goes to a cornfield to see an important part of the battle.
read more -
Cabin Life at Pickett's Mill
10/13/2018 - 10/13/2018
Join civilian reenactors at our original 164-year-old log cabin. We will be tilling the garden, cooking over a fire, and portraying daily life of the mid-19th century, plus period games for kids.
Saturday, April 14, 2018
10 a.m.-3 p.m.Saturday, October 13, 2018
read more
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nearby Attractions
Pickett's Mill Battlefield State Historic Site
4432 Mt. Tabor Church Rd.Dallas, GA 30157 View Listing
Connect With Us
