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Fort Point National Historic SiteFort Point National Historic Site is located at the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Re-enactors at Fort Point

Come join Civil War re-enactors at Fort Point, January 31–February 1, 2009.

Welcome to Fort Point National Historic Site!

From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point protected San Francisco harbor from Confederate & foreign attack during & after the U.S. Civil War. Its beautifully arched casemates display the art of the master brick mason from the Civil War period.
 
Volunteers assist park staff in numerous activities, from visitor information to habitat restoration.

Volunteers-In-Parks

Volunteers-In-Parks show their support by donating valuable time that allows park staff to run a number of programs that would be impractical or impossible without volunteer assistance. To explore the possibilities for donating time as a volunteer, please contact the park's Volunteer Program manager.
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Presidio of San Francisco

Explore the history of the Presidio of San Francisco, former military base.
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Civil War Re-enactor at Fort Point

Civil War Re-enactors at Fort Point

The American Civil War Association will garrison Fort Point on Saturday, January 31 through February 1, 2009. Civil War re-enactors in colorful uniforms will bring the fort to life with marching, drilling and a brass band. Activities include cannon and rifle demonstrations and talks on soldier life.
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Official Park Maps, Brochures, & Guides

To find out more about the Golden Gate National Parks or to obtain your free copy of our park maps, guides, and/or brochures, feel free to browse our online collection.
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Fort Point National Historic Site
Fort Mason, Building 201
San Francisco, California 94123

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(415) 556-1693

Climate

Fort Point is cold and windy most of the time. You can probably count on the temperature being at least 10 degrees cooler that the current listing below. Spring and Fall generally offer the best weather. Dress warmly for your visit, with layers of clothing.
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Image of one of nine cancellation passport stamps available at Golden Gate National Parks.  

Did You Know?
Golden Gate National Parks participates in the National Park Service Passport Program. Here in our park, we have 9 different cancellation stamps available at Alcatraz, Muir Woods NM, Marin Headlands, Fort Point NHS, Presidio, Fort Mason, Cliff House, Crissy Field Center and Fort Funston.

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Last Updated: January 30, 2009 at 12:56 EST