Petersburg National Battlefield
VA
About Petersburg National Battlefield
Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen.
Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S.
forces cut off supplies to both Petersburg and the Confederate capital, Richmond. Today, the park preserves the sites of this pivotal campaign.
Weather
Winters are usually cool with temperatures averaging in the 40s. Spring and fall are mild. Summer can bring very hot and humid weather.
Getting There
The Eastern Front (Main) Visitor Center is located approximately 2.5 miles east of Rt. 95 off of Route 36 in Petersburg.
If travelling north on Rt. 95, take exit 50D and follow signs to Wythe Street. Once on Wythe Street, travel 2.
5 miles east to entrance of Battlefield. If travelling south on Rt. 95, take Exit 52 (Wythe Street).
Again, travel about 2.5 miles to entrance.
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