For the History Buff

The M47 Patton Tank, one of the stops on this day long adventure at your own pace.

START: Fort Oglethorpe Welcome Center
10 Barnhardt ~ Fort Oglethorpe (60 Minutes)

Take the walking tour and get an up-close look at how the Fort stands today as a living history lesson. Bring your camera, some of the homes are beautiful!

STOP 1: Chickamauga Battlefield
3370 Lafayette Road ~ Fort Oglethorpe (120 Minutes)

Begin at the Welcome Center and take your pick of hiking, biking, or driving tours of America’s oldest and largest military park.

STOP 2: The History Company and Museum
2949 Lafayette Road ~ Fort Oglethorpe (60 Minutes)

A hands-on history lesson of the military from the Civil War through today, plus explore and shop a huge selection of military surplus.

STOP 3: Honor Park
5 Cleburn Street ~ Fort Oglethorpe (30 Minutes)

Take a short walk through a park that honors each military branch and first responders with commemorative pavers, dedicated trees, and a Gold Star Garden.

FINISH: Fort Oglethorpe Welcome Center
10 Barnhardt ~ Fort Oglethorpe (60 Minutes)

Explore artifacts from the time when Fort O was a military base, including everything from horseback to a jeep and even a tank!