https://www.nps.gov/fofr News releases from Fort Frederica National Monument. en-us https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/africanamericanheritagefestival.htm Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:52:00 EST On Feb. 21, the National Park Service invites the public to attend the African American Heritage Festival at Fort Frederica National Monument https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/africanamericanheritagefestival.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2025-5-9-paving.htm Fri, 09 May 2025 04:28:00 EST Federal Highways Administration will be starting a parking lot resurfacing project at Fort Frederica starting Monday, May 19, weather dependent. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2025-5-9-paving.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2025-5-9-reopen.htm Sat, 12 Oct 2024 04:25:00 EST Fort Frederica will reopen to the public on Saturday, October 12, 2024, after being closed since August 25, because of the effects of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2025-5-9-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-will-go-to-winter-hours-starting-october-20th-2024.htm Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:46:00 EST The Visitor Center will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and there will be no public programming. The grounds will remain open 9 am – 5 pm, seven days a week for people to explore. The Visitor Center will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 am – 5 pm. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-will-go-to-winter-hours-starting-october-20th-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-fest-2024-a-celebration-of-300-years-of-defending-the-southeast.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:56:00 EST St. Simons Island, GA: Fort Frederica National Monument is happy to announce that on May 4th, 2024, from 10:00am to 3:00pm, we will be hosting the first ever Fort Fest! Join exhibitors from Forts and Historical Parks from around Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida to celebrate over 300 years of Southeast coastal defense history. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-fest-2024-a-celebration-of-300-years-of-defending-the-southeast.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/melissa-trenchik-to-lead-cumberland-island-national-seashore-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2024 11:11:00 EST Melissa Trenchik, superintendent, Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument, effective April 21, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/melissa-trenchik-to-lead-cumberland-island-national-seashore-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2024-fort-frederica-colonial-days-festival.htm Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:26:00 EST St. Simons Island, GA: The National Park Service at Fort Frederica National Monument is pleased to announce the details of the 2024 Fort Frederica Colonial Days Festival which occurs on March 23, 2024. This annual event commemorates the founding of Frederica in 1736 and provides a wonderful opportunity for Frederica’s visitors to actively participate in the history of the site and of colonial Georgia. Admission is free. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2024-fort-frederica-colonial-days-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/celebrate-archeology-at-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm Wed, 10 May 2023 11:46:00 EST This May, Fort Frederica National Monument is joining with the State of Georgia to celebrate Georgia Archaeology Month on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Admission is free! https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/celebrate-archeology-at-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-to-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-nicole.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:39:00 EST In preparation for tropical storm Nicole and the subsequent impacts to Glynn County, Fort Frederica National Monument will close to the public at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9th, 2022. The park will remain closed through at least Friday November 11th. After the storm has passed, damage assessments will occur, and a re-opening date will be established once the park is deemed safe for visitation. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-to-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-nicole.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/lime-rick-burn-the-first-fall-at-frederica-november-12-2022.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:19:00 EST On Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 12:00 to 7:00 pm take a step back in time to the fall of 1736 and witness how the first settlers of Fort Frederica built a thriving town in a brand-new world. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/lime-rick-burn-the-first-fall-at-frederica-november-12-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-ian.htm Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:12:00 EST In preparation for Hurricane Ian and the subsequent impacts to Glynn County, Fort Frederica National Monument will close to the public at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. The park will remain closed until after the storm has passed and re-open once damage assessments have been made and the park is deemed safe for visitation. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-ian.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/history-comes-to-life-at-fort-frederica-festival-march-26th.htm Wed, 23 Mar 2022 11:28:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument, the Friends Group of Fort Frederica, and the Fort Frederica Association, are pleased to announce the details of the 2022 Fort Frederica Colonial Days Festival which occurs on March 26, 2022, 11 AM to 3:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/history-comes-to-life-at-fort-frederica-festival-march-26th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/african-american-history-festival-at-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm Wed, 23 Feb 2022 02:48:00 EST The African American History Festival will be held at Fort Frederica National Monument from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and at the Historic Harrington School from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, on February 26, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/african-american-history-festival-at-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-recognizes-james-e-oglethorpe-s-birthday-with-holiday-open-house.htm Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:00:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument and the Friends of Fort Frederica welcome you to a celebration of General James Oglethorpe’s birthday on Saturday, December 11 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. This continues the tradition of celebrating the leading figure of the new colony of Georgia, General James Edward Oglethorpe as he was historically honored on his birthday in the young settlements of the colony. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-recognizes-james-e-oglethorpe-s-birthday-with-holiday-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-recipient-of-numerous-awards.htm Mon, 27 Sep 2021 08:49:00 EST The staff and volunteers of Fort Frederica National Monument were recently recognized for their dedication, innovation, and exemplary contributions to the National Park Service and their communities. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-recipient-of-numerous-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-and-fort-frederica-national-monument-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-elsa.htm Tue, 06 Jul 2021 06:22:00 EST On Wednesday July 7, 2021, Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument will close visitor facilities and grounds for the safety of visitors and staff, due to Tropical Storm Elsa. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-and-fort-frederica-national-monument-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-elsa.htm https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/news/2021-john-l-cotter-awards.htm Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:30:00 EST The NPS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 John L. Cotter Award for Excellence in NPS Archeology. This award is presented to individuals and teams who demonstrate innovation in archeological practice, resource stewardship, and public outreach, among other criteria. We celebrate the kind of work we wish to see throughout the National Park system. https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/news/2021-john-l-cotter-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/locating-an-african-american-cemetery-at-fort-frederica-national-monument-given-agency-honors.htm Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:20:00 EST The project “Locating the African American Cemetery at Fort Frederica National Monument” was honored in the project award category. It resolved a long-standing question of the location of burials related to the enslaved and freed populations of African Americans at Fort Frederica on St. Simons Island, Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/locating-an-african-american-cemetery-at-fort-frederica-national-monument-given-agency-honors.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2020 12:47:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Fort Frederica National Monument (FOFR) is increasing recreational access and services, though some facilities remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-covid-19-phase-one-reopening.htm Wed, 27 May 2020 07:35:00 EST Fort Frederica COVID-19 Phase One Reopening https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-covid-19-phase-one-reopening.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/covid-19.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:23:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument Is Modifying Operations To Implement Local Health Guidance https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cumberland-island-and-fort-frederica-to-remain-closed-through-post-hurricane-irma-assessment.htm Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:32:00 EST Cumberland Island and Fort Frederica to Remain Closed Through Post Hurricane Irma Assessment https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cumberland-island-and-fort-frederica-to-remain-closed-through-post-hurricane-irma-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-closure-due-to-hurricane-irma.htm Thu, 07 Sep 2017 08:29:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument will begin shut down procedures and will close September 7, 2017 at 5:00pm. Fort Frederica and Bloody Marsh units will close at 5:00pm and will remain closed until further notice. In addition, all administrative facilities will be closed. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-closure-due-to-hurricane-irma.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-has-a-positive-effect-on-local-economy.htm Fri, 21 Apr 2017 08:20:00 EST Saint Simons Island, Georgia – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 192,906 visitors to Fort Frederica National Monument in 2016 spent $11.2 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 182 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $14.8 million. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-has-a-positive-effect-on-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/100-art-works-celebrating-100-years.htm Thu, 22 Sep 2016 05:36:00 EST "100 Art Works Celebrating 100 Years” Celebrating the Centennial of the National Parks Service AN ART EXHIBITION FEATURING FORT FREDERICA NATIONAL PARK Glynn Visual Arts (GVA) is proud to present a new art exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary/centennial of our National Parks Service. The exhibition will include art work in various mediums including painting, pottery, photography and more. It runs from October 10th – November 21st at both GVA galleries, 106 Island Drive (main) and in the Welcome/Visitors Center at 529 Beachview Drive. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/100-art-works-celebrating-100-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/new-park-site-manager-selected.htm Fri, 04 Sep 2015 10:23:00 EST The National Park Service announces new Site Manager for Fort Frederica National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/new-park-site-manager-selected.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/southeast-coast-saltwater-paddling-trail.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:12:00 EST The Southeast Coast Saltwater Paddling Trail Launched its website on Friday, April 19, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/southeast-coast-saltwater-paddling-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/re-opening-of-the-visitor-center-at-fort-frederica.htm Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:48:00 EST Superintendent Mary Beth Wester is pleased to announce the Grand Re-Opening of Fort Frederica’s Visitor Center and Theatre complex. The opening will take place on September 28th, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/re-opening-of-the-visitor-center-at-fort-frederica.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/active-duty-us-military-offered-free-entrance-to-all-national-parks.htm Wed, 16 May 2012 05:00:00 EST To show our appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, on May 19 – Armed Forces Day – the National Park Service will begin issuing an annual pass offering free entrance to all 397 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/active-duty-us-military-offered-free-entrance-to-all-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-spending-jobs-2010.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2012 03:53:00 EST Brunswick, GA – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 294,484 visitors in 2010 spent $14.6 million in Fort Frederica National Monument and in communities near the park. That spending supported 215 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-spending-jobs-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/xmas-open-house-2011.htm Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:15:00 EST On Saturday, December 10th, the National Park Service at Fort Frederica National Monument will celebrate Oglethorpe’s birthday in true colonial style from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/xmas-open-house-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fall-encampment-and-evening-lime-rick-burn-november-19th.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:33:00 EST In the evening a truly spectacular sight will be displayed. The burning of a lime rick will be the backdrop for an evening of storytelling and history. A lime rick constructed of stacked logs and laden with racks of oyster shells will burn at 7:00 pm. The intense heat of the fire breaks down the shell into lime. It was this source of lime that allowed Frederica’s settlers to build tabby homes that were so durable that ruins still mark the site’s where Frederica’s settlers lived. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fall-encampment-and-evening-lime-rick-burn-november-19th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/music-of-colonial-georgia-2011.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:12:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument is hosting a special program entitled “Exploring the Music of Colonial Georgia.” The program features music from a wide variety of cultures and explores the history and development of Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/music-of-colonial-georgia-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/volunteers-needed-to-assist-with-fort-frederica-archaeology-education-program.htm Wed, 06 Jul 2011 04:56:00 EST Fort Frederica is recruiting dedicated volunteers to assist with the Archaeology Education Program during the fall and spring semesters of the school year. A volunteer training will be offered on July 27 and 28 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/volunteers-needed-to-assist-with-fort-frederica-archaeology-education-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/storm-damage-affects-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm Wed, 15 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mary Beth Wester announces that severe winds in the early morning hours of June 16th caused damage to many of the trees at Fort Frederica National Monument. The winds and soaking rains affected over 30 trees resulting in temporary closures necessary for visitor safety. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/storm-damage-affects-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/the-fort-is-free-fee-free-day-on-june-21.htm Wed, 15 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce an upcoming fee free day at national parks across the United States including Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, GA. America’s 394 national parks offer family time, fresh air, and opportunities to learn about our great country. On Tuesday, June 21, park entrance fees will be waived for all who want to experience their national parks. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/the-fort-is-free-fee-free-day-on-june-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/hands-on-history-camp-june-1-to-3.htm Mon, 23 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Fort Frederica Superintendent Mary Beth Wester is pleased to announce that the park is now accepting reservations for the 2011 Hands-On-History Camp. The camp will be held from Wednesday, June 1 to Friday, June 3, 2011 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. It is limited to 20 participants. Please call the park visitor center at (912) 638-3639 to sign up for this educational and fun day camp. The camp is free and is open to children in fifth through seventh grades. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/hands-on-history-camp-june-1-to-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/living-history-at-bloody-marsh-on-may-28.htm Mon, 23 May 2011 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, May 28th, at 2:00 p.m., park staff and volunteers will present a program entitled “The Battle that Changed Sgt. Stewart Forever.” The program is set in 1743 and features a British soldier retelling his role in the Battle of Bloody Marsh and the effect the battle had upon the soldiers and settlers of Frederica. This 35-minute living history presentation also includes a musket firing demonstration presented by volunteers portraying soldiers of the 42nd Regiment. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/living-history-at-bloody-marsh-on-may-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/an-evening-in-a-colonial-tavern-april-9th.htm Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/an-evening-in-a-colonial-tavern-april-9th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/battle-that-changed-sergeant-stewart-march-26th.htm Tue, 15 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, March 26th, at 2:00 pm park staff will present a program entitled "The Battle That Changed Sargeant Stewart Forever". https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/battle-that-changed-sergeant-stewart-march-26th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-to-host-coasters-lecture-on-frederica-1736.htm Mon, 14 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST On Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm, historian Jon Burpee will present a program entitled Frederica, 1736. This illustrated talk will focus on the 1736 settlers of Fort Frederica and their first year in their new home. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-to-host-coasters-lecture-on-frederica-1736.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/275th-anniversary-of-founding-of-frederica.htm Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument is pleased to announce the details of the 2011 Fort Frederica Living History Festival which occurs on February 19, 2011. This annual event commemorates the founding of Frederica in 1736. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/275th-anniversary-of-founding-of-frederica.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/coaster-lecture-series-february-15th-2011.htm Tue, 01 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST On Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at 5:30 pm, Terry M. Norton, DVM and director of the Georgia Sea Turtle Center will present a program about the work of the center and the turtles that receive care at the facility on Jekyll Island. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/coaster-lecture-series-february-15th-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fee-free-days-in-2011.htm Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fee-free-days-in-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/free-weekend-august-14-and-15.htm Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce an upcoming fee free weekend at national parks across the United States including Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, GA. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/free-weekend-august-14-and-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2010-archeology-festival-may-22nd.htm Sun, 16 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mary Beth Wester is pleased to welcome visitors to a community archaeology festival at Fort Frederica National Monument on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 10-4 pm. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2010-archeology-festival-may-22nd.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fee-free-days-in-national-parks-2010.htm Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST During these tough economic times the National Park Service (NPS) will waive entrance fees on designated days throughout 2010. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fee-free-days-in-national-parks-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/evening-in-a-colonial-tavern-april-10.htm Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 7:00 pm, visitors are invited to join some of Frederica’s 18th-century residents at the site of the Bennett Tavern. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/evening-in-a-colonial-tavern-april-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/new-federal-firearms-law-takes-effect-february-22nd-2010.htm Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/new-federal-firearms-law-takes-effect-february-22nd-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-festival-2010.htm Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-festival-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/holiday-hours-at-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST The park will be open on December 24, 2009 from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. The park will close at 1:00 pm on that day and will remain closed on December 25. On December 26, the park will reopen to its normal winter hours of 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/holiday-hours-at-fort-frederica-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/coaster-lecture-series-plantation.htm Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST This upcoming program will highlight the history of the plantation on St. Simons Island. This second program of a series will occur on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 5:30 pm within the visitor center auditorium at Fort Frederica National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/coaster-lecture-series-plantation.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/coaster-series-porson.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/coaster-series-porson.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/expnaded-summer-hours-2009.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/expnaded-summer-hours-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fee-free-weekend-on-june-20-and-21-2009.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST On June 20 and 21, park entrance fees will be waived for all who want to experience their national parks. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fee-free-weekend-on-june-20-and-21-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/history-camp-june-22.htm Thu, 07 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/history-camp-june-22.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/the-life-of-a-soldier-on-may-16.htm Thu, 07 May 2009 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, May 16, at 2:00 p.m., a program entitled “The Life of a Soldier,” will feature a special tour of the town and fort of Frederica. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/the-life-of-a-soldier-on-may-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-celebrates-archaeology-month.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-celebrates-archaeology-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2009-national-park-week-april-18-to-26.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST Fort Frederica National Monument Superintendent Mary Beth Wester is pleased to announce the details of several upcoming programs during National Park Week. National Park Week is an annual week proclaimed by the President of the United States for celebration and recognition of America’s National Parks. This year’s National Park Week is April 18–26 and Fort Frederica National Monument is offering some special programs to highlight the park’s history. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2009-national-park-week-april-18-to-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/musket-firing-at-bloody-marsh.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, March 28th, at 2:00 p.m., a program entitled “The Battle of Bloody Marsh,” will feature a British soldier telling the story of the battle and the effects it had upon the soldiers and Frederica. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/musket-firing-at-bloody-marsh.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/hildebrands-in-concert.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:00:00 EST Fort Frederica Superintendent Mary Beth Wester is pleased to announce a concert of “Music of Early America” performed by David and Ginger Hildebrand at Fort Frederica National Monument on Saturday, March 14 at 7:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/hildebrands-in-concert.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/abbott-program-2009.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/abbott-program-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-festival.htm Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST The annual Fort Frederica Living History Festival occurs on February 21, 2009. Admission is free for the Festival which begins at 9:00 AM and concludes at 4:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/the-lorax-by-dr-seuss-on-january-31-at-10-am.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST A park ranger will read a story to children and parents on a variety of different topics, from conservation to archeology. This month’s story will be "The Lorax" by Dr. Seuss. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/the-lorax-by-dr-seuss-on-january-31-at-10-am.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/oglethorpe-birthday-celebration-on-december-13th-2008.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST On Saturday, December 13th, the National Park Service at Fort Frederica National Monument will celebrate Oglethorpe’s birthday in true colonial style from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/oglethorpe-birthday-celebration-on-december-13th-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/colonial-game-night-at-fort-frederica-fox-and-geese.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST On Saturday, November 15th at 7 pm, join a park ranger to learn how to play the colonial game of Fox and Geese. This game was a popular peg game that dates back to the 14th century. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/colonial-game-night-at-fort-frederica-fox-and-geese.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/veterans-days-fee-waived.htm Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST On Tuesday, November 11, 2008, all U.S. veterans, members of the U.S. armed forces, and their families will be admitted free-of-charge on Veterans Day to Fort Frederica National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/veterans-days-fee-waived.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-recruiting-soldiers.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-frederica-national-monument-recruiting-soldiers.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkways-the-life-of-a-soldier.htm Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkways-the-life-of-a-soldier.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkways-18th-century-cooking.htm Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. join a Park Ranger for an on-going cooking demonstration.  Learn how the settlers adapted both new foods and cooking methods to help them survive in the infant colony of Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkways-18th-century-cooking.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/national-public-lands.htm Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28 from 9 am until 5 pm, entrance fees will be waived at Fort Frederica National Monument as part of National Public Lands weekend. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/national-public-lands.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/evening-in-a-colonial-tavern.htm Tue, 09 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m., visitors are invited to join some of Frederica’s 18th-century residents at the site of the Bennett Tavern. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/evening-in-a-colonial-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/sunset-on-the-fort.htm Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Beginning on Saturday, July 12th, the park will remain open until sunset on Saturdays through August 9th. The ranger program will begin at 8:15 pm. A program entitled “Sunset on the Fort” will allow visitors a chance to see the golden sun set upon the marshes at the fort and learn about the site’s history. In particular, the programs will focus on the declining years of Frederica, following the battles between the British and Spanish for control of the region. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/sunset-on-the-fort.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/boundary-study-public-meeting.htm Wed, 18 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/boundary-study-public-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/hands-on-history-day-camp-starts-monday-june-23-2008.htm Wed, 30 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST The park staff at Fort Frederica National Monument is now accepting reservations for the 2008 Hands-On-History Camp. The camp will be held from Monday June 23, 2008 to Wednesday June 25th, 2008 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. It is limited to 20 participants. Please call the park visitor center at (912) 638-3639 to sign up for this educational and fun day camp. The camp is free and is open to children in fifth through seventh grades. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/hands-on-history-day-camp-starts-monday-june-23-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/on-saturday-may-3rd-2008-learn-about-archaeology-at-fort-frederica.htm Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, May 3rd 2008, park staff will present a program about Archaeology at Fort Frederica. The program will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. It is limited to 20 participants. This program offers the public a rare opportunity to explore Fort Frederica’s Archaeological Field School site. The program will cover the topics of research, excavation and laboratory work. Please call the park visitor center at (912) 638-3639 for reservations. Insect repellent is recommended. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/on-saturday-may-3rd-2008-learn-about-archaeology-at-fort-frederica.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/national-junior-ranger-day-saturday-april-26th.htm Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/national-junior-ranger-day-saturday-april-26th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/an-evening-in-a-colonial-tavern.htm Wed, 09 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., visitors are invited to join some of Frederica’s 18th-century residents at the site of the Bennett Tavern. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/an-evening-in-a-colonial-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkways-colonial-cooking.htm Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, April 12, 2008 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. join a Park Ranger for an on-going cooking demonstration.  Learn how the settlers adapted both new foods and cooking methods to help them survive in the infant colony of Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkways-colonial-cooking.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkway-soldier-program.htm Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-folkway-soldier-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/musketfarkle.htm Sun, 09 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Fort Frederica National Monument is pleased to announce the details of two upcoming programs designed to highlight the history of this British fort and town. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/musketfarkle.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/festival08.htm Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST History Comes to Life at Fort Frederica Festival on Saturday February the 16th. This event celebrates the 272nd Anniversary of the Founding of Frederica. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/festival08.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/oglethorpe-birthday-celebration-december-15th.htm Sun, 25 Nov 2007 19:00:00 EST On Saturday, December 15th, the National Park Service at Fort Frederica National Monument will celebrate Oglethorpe’s birthday in true colonial style from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/oglethorpe-birthday-celebration-december-15th.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/tavern-night.htm Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST Fort Frederica is pleased to announce a special evening living history program that will immerse visitors in an important aspect of colonial culture – the tavern, on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/tavern-night.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/lands-day-2007.htm Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST On September 29, 2007, from 9 am until 5 pm, entrance fees will be waived at Fort Frederica National Monument as part of National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/lands-day-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/bloody-marsh-closure.htm Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/bloody-marsh-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/summer-programs-begin-memorial-day-weekend.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/summer-programs-begin-memorial-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cooking-demonstration.htm Sun, 06 May 2007 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, May 12, 2007 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. join a Park Ranger for an on-going cooking demonstration. Learn how the settlers adapted both new foods and cooking methods to help them survive in the infant colony of Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cooking-demonstration.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/history-camp-2007.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST The day camp will be held on June 26, 27 and 28th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Space is limited to 2o participants. Registration begins on May 5th, 2007. Please call the park visitor center to register for camp at (912) 638-3639. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/history-camp-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/junior-ranger-day.htm Thu, 19 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/junior-ranger-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/special-programs-for-archeology-month.htm Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/special-programs-for-archeology-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/volunteer-recruitment-for-18th-century-cannon-crew.htm Sun, 25 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST Fort Frederica is recruiting select volunteers to portray soldiers of the British 42nd Regiment of Foot and present historic weapons demonstrations to visitors from around the world. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/volunteer-recruitment-for-18th-century-cannon-crew.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cooking-demonstration-on-march-3rd-2007.htm Sun, 25 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST On Saturday, March 3, 2007 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. join a Park Ranger for an on-going cooking demonstration.  Learn how the settlers adapted both new foods and cooking methods to help them survive in the infant colony of Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/cooking-demonstration-on-march-3rd-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2007-fort-frederica-festival.htm Thu, 25 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST History Comes to Life at Fort Frederica Festival. Celebrate the 271st Anniversary of the Founding of Frederica on Saturday February 17th. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/2007-fort-frederica-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/oglethorpe-birthday-celebration-to-be-held-at-fort-frederica-on-december-16-2006.htm Mon, 04 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/oglethorpe-birthday-celebration-to-be-held-at-fort-frederica-on-december-16-2006.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-archeology-education-on-gpb.htm Thu, 07 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST Georgia Public Broadcasting produced a video feature on Frederica's Archeology Education Program. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/frederica-archeology-education-on-gpb.htm