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Contact: Gloria Lee, (912) 786-5787 Fort Pulaski Sets Dates for Candlelantern Tours Fort Pulaski will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Confederate Nog party of 1861 on Friday, December 9, 2011, and Saturday, December 10, 2011. The long-lived Savannah tradition will continue this year with night-time tours of the historic fort by candlelight and oil lamps. The original party, held at Christmas time in 1861, gave the Confederate garrison at Fort Pulaski a respite from the tension of impending battle. The fort casemates, armed with cannons, were decorated with holiday garlands. As one soldier commented, tables groaned under the weight of fine delicacies sent down from the city. With song and good cheer, the men celebrated a light-hearted moment as the dark clouds of war gathered over Savannah. For the 150th anniversary, hot cider and cookies, music, caroling and night-time weapons firings will allow visitors to re-live the festive occasion. Advance reservations are required for this year’s event. The fort begins taking reservations in November. Reservations can be made in person or over the phone by calling (912) 786-5787. The cost of the program is $5 per adult. Children under 15 are free, but must be issued a ticket. |
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