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Welcome to Fort Oglethorpe
Gateway to Chickamauga National Military Park and home to the “Fighting 6th Cavalry”
Fort Oglethorpe has a unique and curious history. From its Cherokee Indian past to the War Between the States, from days as a U.S. Army Cavalry Post to the past half-century as a thriving city, many diverse epochs and events have contributed to the Fort Oglethorpe of today.
Fort Oglethorpe has it all for the history buff, the family vacationer, or week-end getaway. Located just 15 minutes from Chattanooga, TN you’ll enjoy all the amenities without the hassle of big city traffic or high priced accommodations.
“Experience the day of soldier and steed and southern hospitality” in Fort Oglethorpe.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fort Oglethorpe is located 15 minutes from Chattanooga,Tennessee. Conveniently located 6 miles off Interstate 75, Exit 350 (Battlefield Pkwy / Hwy 2). From Chattanooga take Interstate 24 to Rossville Blvd South Exit.
Georgia Visitor Information Center is located South on Interstate 75 between Exits 353 and 350.
Fort Oglethorpe Tourism Center is located inside the 6th Cavalry Museum at 6 Barnhardt Circle. Open Tuesday - Saturday 9 am - 4 pm.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Fort Oglethorpe Tourism Association 6 Barnhardt Circle Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742. Mailing Address: PO Box 2011 Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742.
Call 706-861-2860 or e-mail info@6thcavalrymuseum.com for more information.
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Download our brochure for a listing of all the places you can see, shop, dine, and stay when you visit Fort Oglethorpe. Click on the image to the left to download a PDF.
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2013 marks the 150th Sesquicentennial Celebration of the Civil War Battle of Chickamauga. See Special Events listed below for more information. Download a PDF of special events happening at the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park here.
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Cruise-In has a new location for 2013 - Gateway Business Center on Cloud Springs Road. Cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome - all spaces first come - first served from 4 pm - 8 pm on April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, Sept. 21 and October 19. No charge to show off your ride and FREE to the public. 706-866-4753 or gbcenter@att.net for more information.
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July 3 - Patriotism at The Post Concert, patriotic sing-along and fireworks will be held on the Polo Field on Barnhardt Circle. Winners of the Kid's Patriotic coloring contest sponsored by the Chattanooga Times Free Press announced. $5 parking fee, BBQ and concessions.
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Sept. 14/15 - 150th Anniversary Events at Chickamauga National Military Park include military timeline 1860 - 1863, 19 programs, living history demonstrations and displays, period music and dress. www.nps.gov/chch for more info. Shuttle bus service, food, vendors and activities on polo field on Barnhardt Circle.
Sept. 20 - Re-dedication of Lytle Monument at Chickamauga National Military Park. www.nps.gov/chch.
Blue Gray Alliance presents the National Re-enactment of the Battle of Chickamauga at McLemore's Cove at the foot of Lookout Mountain, Georgia. 10,000+ participants for this event.
Sept. 20 - Activity Day for students
Sept. 21/22 - battle re-enactments, sutler's row, activities tent, living history displays and vendors. Admission charged, shuttle bus service available.
Oct. 11 - Remembering Our Heroes School Day Program 9am - 1 pm.
Oct. 12 - Remembering Our Heroes WWII battle re-enactments, USO entertainment, living history, military displays and S.O.S. Cook-Off. www.wwiiheroes.net for more information.
Nov. 9 - Chickamauga Battlefield Marathon
Nov. 22/23 - 150th Anniversary Events for the Battles of Chattanooga. www.nps.gov/chch.
Dec. 7 - Christmas Parade City of Fort Oglethorpe.
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