Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to events at Moccasin Bend, Point Park and Chickamauga Battlefield.
On Sunday, a guided bike ride to the Moccasin Bend National Archaeological District will begin at 9:30 a.m. from Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St. in Coolidge Park.
Participants should bring their own bicycles and helmets for this two-hour ride. Children 8 and older may participate in the ride if accompanied by an adult.
National Park Service interpretive rangers will talk about the history of Moccasin Bend. Upon return to Outdoor Chattanooga, about 11 a.m., rangers from Russell Cave National Monument will provide a program about gender and ethnic roles during Cherokee removal and the Trail of Tears. Visitors who don’t participate in the bicycle ride are welcome to attend this program.
- A 150th anniversary program discussing Confederate Gen. Leonidas Polk’s occupation of Columbus, Ky., will be held Friday at 7 p.m., beginning at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center, 3370 LaFayette Road in Fort Oglethorpe.
The one-hour program will include a walking tour and car caravan. Participants should wear appropriate clothing for the weather, comfortable shoes and bring water.