January 12, 2018 - The Battle of Mansfield was one of the largest Civil War battles fought west of the Mississippi. Heroism and sacrifice abounded as both sides clashed from daybreak to sunset in the fields and woods of Northwest Louisiana, in what would become the last major victory of the War for Confederate arms. Why was the battle fought? What were the objectives of each side? At 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 20, an in-depth presentation by the park historian using battlefield maps and informative slides will answer these questions and more.

March 9, 2017 - As part of National Tourism Week, Mansfield State Historic Site staff – in collaboration with the DeSoto Parish Tourism Bureau – will conduct a guided tour of the Pleasant Hill Battlefield on Saturday, May 13.

September 2, 2016 - Have you ever wanted to be a Civil War soldier?  Are you between 9-12 years old?  On Saturday 24th, in connection with National Public Lands Day, Mansfield State Historic Site is hosting an “immersive” event that will allow you to experience what many of the soldiers of the American Civil War did.  Be enlisted, set up your camp, drill, enjoy a period type lunch, and more!  There are 15 slots available for this program and pre-registration is required.