Fort Henry Anniversary Walk happening at LBL this weekend
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Visit Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area to get outdoors and learn more about the American Civil War.

LBL will again be offering the popular Fort Henry Anniversary Walk on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 12:30 – 4 p.m. Come learn about the construction, the battle, and the legacy of Fort Henry during the event’s 150th Anniversary.

Meet at The Homeplace, a living history farm in the Tennessee portion of LBL, on Saturday, Feb. 4. Dress for the weather and wear waterproof footgear. Moderate walking is required. The walk will take place, weather permitting; February weather can be very unpredictable.

Farm site will be closed for this program; only the interpretive center will be open

Doors open at 12 noon; theater program, 12:30 p.m.; walk, 2:30 – 4 p.m.

$4/adults and $2/children

Registration and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space.

In February of 1862, “Between the Rivers” was bracing for war. Confederate forces occupied Fort Henry with Federal forces moving up the Tennessee River.

For the rest of this story, see this week's issue of The Cadiz Record or subscribe to our e-Edition by calling 270-522-6605.
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