The National Park Service celebrates its 107th birthday on Friday, August 25th.  A great way to celebrate is to visit a national park site near you, like Stones River National Battlefield.

The second installment of the Battles Beyond Boundaries series has posted.  It is a story of the events on the east side of Thompson Lane near the railroad overpass and New Vision Church.  Check it out at Thompson Road

Most residents of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County don't realize that the Battle of Stones River was fought in a far greater area than the land protected by Stones River National Battlefield.  In fact, the National Park Service only protects about 15% of the battlefield.  Our News and Stories tab will explore modern day Murfreesboro against the historical events over 160 years ago.  The first story discusses what happened at Franklin Road and Gresham Lane.  Check it out at Battles Beyond Boundaries

Visit Additional Resources under the News and Stories tab to find valuable links.  These resources provide information about the battle, soldiers and the Civil War in Tennessee.  Additional Resources

Make sure to attend the next living history program at Stones River National Battlefield on Saturday, August 12, 2023.  Check out Stones River National Battlefield for further information and schedule. 

As we remember the 75th anniversary of President Harry Truman's executive order ending segregation in the military, we look at two sections in Stones River National Cemetery where segregation occurred until a decade later.  Check out the story on Sections P and Q.

Find out about Lt. Colonel JD Elliott and how he died in the conclusion of this National Cemetery Stories.  Was he "mortally wounded" as reported or was he murdered?

At the July 13th board meeting, the election results were approved and the new officers took their new positions,  New Board President Tom Zei stated "It is an honor to be trusted to lead the Friends of Stones River National Battlefield.  We have a history of wonderful support to the mission of the NPS battlefield and we hope to look for opportunities to expand the support this upcoming year."  The Board also thanked new Treasurer Phila Chandler for stepping into this critical position.  Her experience will benefit us greatly. 
We also would like to sincerely thank past officers and board members Eddie Macon and Ed Arning.  Although personal commitments will not allow them to continue, we appreciate the leadership they provided the organization for many years.

Check out the first installment of the story of Lt. Colonel JD Elliott as part of the National Cemetery Stories.  Part One is found under the News & Stories tab above.  Look for Part Two soon.