Oct 24
Civil War Bugle Calls
Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 11am
Fort Donelson National Battlefield, 174 National Cemetery Drive, Dover
Lower River Battery - Tour Stop 4: Buglers played an important role in the American Civil War. Child and adult buglers issued daily orders throughout camp, provided orders on the battlefield, and helped rally troops. Join their interpretative talk and…
Contact: 931-232-5706
Oct 24
A Surgeon's Dilemma: Life, Limb, and Loss
Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 2pm
Dover Hotel - Fort Donelson National Battlefield, 101 Petty Street, Dover
Event hosted at the Dover Hotel by Fort Donelson National Battlefield, tour stop 10. Join in discussion about the medical care that took place before and after the surrender on February 16, learning of the logistics, period medical procedures, and…
Contact: 931-232-5706
Oct 31
Pillow and Buckner: Command Decisions and Consequences
Saturday, October 31, 2026 - 2pm
Fort Donelson National Battlefield, 418 Cedar Street, Dover
This program explores the Confederate attacks near Wynn's Ferry Road and how the strained relationship between Brig. Gens. Gideon Pillow and Simon Buckner affected the Confederate surrender.
Contact: 931-232-5706
