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Fort Point Now Open 3 Days a Week
The fort is now open Friday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM. Closed on Monday through Thursday.
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.
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Civil War Re-enactors at Fort Point
Join the American Civil War Association, as part of the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War 2011-2015 commemoration, as they bring Fort Point to life with music, marching and the colorful uniforms of Civil War soldiers. Talks and demonstrations are held throughout the day. For information, call 556-1693. Next event is January 28, 2012; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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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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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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Write to
Fort Point National Historic Site
Fort Mason, Building 201
San Francisco, California 94123
E-mail Us
Phone
Visitor Information
(415) 556-1693
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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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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: December 15, 2011 at 17:46 MST |
