Join the staff at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park as they host the Manassas Battlefield Trust for a walking tour covering the role of the decorated New York Excelsior Brigade at the Battle of Kettle Run. Learn about the personal stories of the men of the Excelsior Brigade raised from the ranks of New York City firehouses and how their actions on the afternoon of August 27, 1862, played a pivotal part in pushing back Ewell’s Confederates at Bristoe Station.

This hike will cover 1.5 miles of trails and grass fields and last over two hours. Please dress for the weather, wear appropriate shoes for hiking, and bring water. Tick repellent is strongly encouraged.

Tickets are $20 for members and $35 for non-members (includes a discounted membership to the Manassas Battlefield Trust). Proceeds benefit the Manassas Battlefield Trust, allowing us to continue our support of Manassas National Battlefield Park.

Meet our Tour Guides:

Historian and author Kevin Pawlak is an Historic Site Manager for the Prince William County Historic Preservation Division and works as a Licensed Battlefield Guide at Antietam National Battlefield. Kevin also sits on the Board of Directors of the Shepherdstown Battlefield Preservation Association and the Save Historic Antietam Foundation.

Lance Russell is the site interpreter for Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park.