River Raisin National Battlefield Park

National Battlefield Park · MI

River Raisin National Battlefield Park

River Raisin NBP preserves, commemorates, and interprets the January 1813 battles of the War of 1812 and their aftermath. Battles that resulted in the greatest victory for Tecumseh’s Confederation and the British and the greatest defeat for the U.S. The aftermath led to U.S. Indian laws that forced the removal, relocation, and assimilation of native nations, an aftermath that continues today.

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Photos

Painting of the Battle of the River Raisin — The January 22, 1813 Battle raging in the snowy village of Frenchtown

re-enactors firing in a battle line — Annual Commemoration of the Battle in January

a sled cannon in the snow — British ingenuity - adopting their cannons for the snowy conditions at the Battle

Visitors enjoy the period gardens and trails in the Park

Grounds and structure — River Raisin National Battlefield Park

Activities

Arts and Culture
Craft Demonstrations
Cultural Demonstrations
Live Music
Theater
Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Biking
Road Biking
Compass and GPS
Geocaching
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Food
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Arts and Crafts
Volunteer Vacation
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Living History
Reenactments
Historic Weapons Demonstration
First Person Interpretation
Paddling
Canoeing
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
Team Sports
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs