The visitor center is a temporary structure, beside a new building that is expected to open in 2026.
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Walk along the graves of about 5,000 American veterans, including women and children from isolated frontier posts, Indian scouts, and Medal of Honor recipients.
Here is where 41 Army soldiers, including Custer, dug in as they were overcome by Indian forces. There are a variety of memorial structures, including the 7th Cavalry Memorial and the Indian Memorial.
Reenactment on a site that was part of the actual battle. The unfolding of the war and the battle is largely told from Native American perspectives, by members of the tribes that participated in the conflict. The show features impressive displays of horseback riding by cavalry reenactors. Arrive early, bleacher seating gets crowded. Prepare for any weather. There's a few food and crafts vendors, but options are limited.
Major Marcus Reno's detachment retreated to this hill after attempting to attack an Indian encampment across the river, and were surrounded here until the next day. From this vantage point, you can piece together the early stages of the battle.