Learn about TCWPA
TCWPA was founded in 1994 as part of the Tennessee Wars Commission’s efforts to address battlefield preservation in Tennessee. TCWPA became a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in 1997. The organization has grown from a small group of dedicated preservationists meeting informally to a fully engaged statewide organization including multiple partners and members from across the United States.
Our Mission
TCWPA Board, members and volunteers all have a special connection to Tennessee’s Civil War history. Whether they are Tennesseans or members from other states and countries with family who played a role in our state’s Civil War story. Our members are preservationists, genealogists, historians, doctors, lawyers, educators, heritage tourism advocates, corporate leaders, and people of all ages – all dedicated to preserving and interpreting Tennessee’s Civil War battlefields.
As a statewide non-profit organization TCWPA identifies and recognizes Tennessee’s most important battlefield sites and provides funds for their preservation and interpretation. By building a statewide community of preservationists and collaborating partners, TCWPA can effectively develop strategies and execute plans to preserve and interpret our state’s Civil War battlefields and lesser-known sites. TCWPA works with partners to locate and research sites and provides education programs and tours for its members and the public. TCWPA also recognizes outstanding leaders in battlefield preservation. Please help TCWPA continue it’s work by sending your donation today!
Join TCWPA and be part of a dedicated team working to save our battlefields in Tennessee! As a member you can participate in educational tours to learn more about our civil war battlefields and lesser-known sites. Together, we will continue to inspire others to visit these special places where Civil War history happened.
