Ohio Civil War Sites Include Famous Birthplaces and Battlefields

The 150th anniversary of the Civil War gives visitors a good reason to learn about Ohio Civil War sites and battlefields. Several of the sites on this list have special events planned. Use the links below to find information on event details for each site.

According to Civil War Traveler there over 300,000 troops joined the Union Army. In all, Ohio would be the home to Confederate prisoners who were taken captive. The remains of many of these men would forever stay within the state.

Ohio Civil War sites and battlefields include the birthplaces of several key people who had leadership roles of a lesser or great extent during the conflict. There are also prisons and a battlefield listed below.

If you're interested in Ohio during the years of this conflict you'll want to bookmark this list so you can visit during the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

General Ulysses S. Grant
Grant Birthplace was constructed in 1822 as a three room house and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Admission is charged. Tour times and dates for this Point Pleasant historic site vary by season. Travelers are advised to contact Grant Birthplace before visiting.

George Custer
George Armstrong Custer is better known for his "last stand" than for his role in the Union Army. A monument and roadside park picnic area is located near New Rumley are all that mark this as one of the Ohio Civil War sites and battlefields. Visitors are advised to print out a map from the above link. There is no admission. The roadside park is open in the daytime.

General William T. Sherman
This general became infamous for his scorched earth campaign that took place throughout much of the south. The Sherman House Museum in Lancaster is operated by the Fairfield Heritage Association. This Ohio Civil War site was originally built in 1811 and is restored with period furnishings to appear as it would have when the general himself walked the halls.

Hours of operation vary by season. Visitors can enjoy history walks with re-enactors or afternoon tea but are advised to call ahead for hours of operation and prices.

Harriet Beecher Stowe House
If you have heard of the book "Uncle Tom's Cabin" you might well want to visit the home of Harriet Beecher Stowe in Cincinnati. It is one of the more famous of Ohio Civil War sites.

The house is a tribute to the author, her parents and friends. It is here that visitors can You may want to visit during the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. learn about life along the Underground Railroad and the movement surrounding it. There is no admission but donations are appreciated. Tours are available three days a week.

Buffington Island Battle Site
Buffington Island is a small community near the Ohio River. It is the only Civil War battlefield in the state. This is one of the Ohio Civil War sites is also a cemetery. Over 60 soldiers are buried there. A historical marker and monument mark the site. Currently, efforts are underway to preserve the battlefield for future generation. Find out more and print a map through the link above.

Other Ohio Civil War sites include prisons and cemeteries on Johnson Island in Sandusky and Camp Chase in Columbus. Each has their own story to tell as each fulfilled duties first as Union camps and then as Confederate prisons.

These sites and more await you as you visit the Ohio Civil War sites and the battlefield. The 150th anniversary of the Civil War gives you the perfect reason to visit.

Sources:
Byways.org
Civil War Traveler
Johnson's Island
Enquirer
Harriet Beecher Stowe House
National Park Service
Ohio History
Sherman House
Touring Ohio