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Cowpens National Battlefield

The Cowpens Battlefield commemorates Daniel Morgan’s victory over Banastre Tarleton on January 17, 1781.

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4001 Chesnee Hwy Gaffney, SC 29341
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Family-friendly | Jan 16, 2027
246th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens
Gaffney, SC
Join us for the 246th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens. Experience historic weapons demonstrations, living historians in period clothing, ranger-led battlefield walks, guest speakers...
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Family-friendly | Jan 17, 2027
246th Anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens
Gaffney, SC
Join us for the 246th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens. Experience historic weapons demonstrations, living historians in period clothing, ranger-led battlefield walks, guest speakers...
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Family-friendly | Mar 20, 2027
Library Day
Gaffney, SC
Join us for librarian-led Storytimes, ranger walks of the battlefield, children's activites, and more! Details to follow.
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Event | Apr 17, 2027
Junior Ranger Day
Gaffney, SC
Join us in celebrating Junior Ranger Day with three different Junior Ranger booklets! Details to follow. Explore our Junior Ranger Programs.
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Event | Jun 19, 2027
Legacy of Cowpens
Gaffney, SC
Join us in commemorating the USS Cowpens CVL-25 and USS Cowpens CG-63, named after the Battle of Cowpens. Experience WWII living history display and exhibits. Details to follow. Discover the history...
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Family-friendly | Jul 3, 2027
Celebration of Freedom
Gaffney, SC
Join in us in celebrating Indpendence Day with historic weapons demonstrations, ranger-led walks, and more! Details to follow.

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