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Civil War Defenses of WashingtonFort Dupont Park grounds and amphitheatre.
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Civil War Defenses of Washington
Operating Hours & Seasons
The National Park Service Civil War Defenses of Washington sites are open every day except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25. The hours of operation are from dawn to dusk. Please contact each park for more information.
Eagle  

Did You Know?
The Potomac River is often used by the bald eagle as a flyway.It is not unusual for them to be seen along the areas of Forts Carroll, Foote, and Marcy. Bald eagles also have successfully nested in Fort Circle Park areas in the southeast section of the city.

Last Updated: May 02, 2007 at 11:06 EST