You have naratives all over the park from hosts in wardrobe of the day. You can walk several trails around the embarkments. The museum on the other side of the road past the ole plantation house is wonderful. The even have headsets you can were as you go through the different areas that give a brief narative. You can even... More

I had an opportunity to chaperone my 5th graders field trip to Pamplin Historical Park and was amazed at how authentic everything was presented. This park was simply amazing and not only did it tell the story of the fall of Petersburg but how the battle was fought and soldiers lived. I believe the museum was the perfect size for... More

Pamplin Historical Park is the best Civil War museum we've visited. It offers something for everyone - young and old, civil war novice and scholar. Its state of the art technology allows a very unique, personalized and contemplative experience. The fortifications exhibit is one of a kind and the best I have seen. I believe they offer artillery demonstration during... More

The museum here is phenomenal. You will get a feel for the soldier's life, etc. with the headphone-directed tour. Also, there is a large area to walk around which covers the battlefield. There are costumed interpreters as well.

We stopped on a whim as we were heading north towards the Petersburg National Historical Park and initially begrudged the time we might spend in a private museum. Were we ever surprised at how good it was. We spent 3 1/2 hours there and didn't have time to walk the actual battlefield of 1864-65 right behind the museum. This was... More

Excellent tour and my family enjoyed the visit. We will be back next time we have some down time to enjoy Petersburg area again.

The Park is extremely well done, educational and yet extremely fun for the whole family. You actually feel like you went back in time. The big shocker to me is how few people visit this park, its less then the price of a movie, I don't understand the lack of interest in history in our culture. Anyway its an all... More

Interactive interpretative site appeals to all ages - lots to see! From original artifacts and historical buildings to recreated battle fortifications, it has it all. Be prepared to walk a bit!

Great site for kids, they have a kids program. Easy walk, indoor and outdoor. Easy to get to from interstate.