![]() Carodel Photography/ B. Marcum What is Carolina Day?Carolina Day is the annual commemoration of the Battle of Sullivan's Island that occurred on June 28, 1776. Fort Moultrie hosts Carolina Day events annually on the Saturday closest to June 28. During this weekend, the park hosts living historians, historic weapons demonstrations, ranger programs, and other activities. Below is a listing of Carolina Day activities and America 250 commemorative events.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Fight for Freedom: A Carolina Day CommemorationSaturday, June 28, 2025Saturday, June 28 is a fee-free day. Regular site fees resume on Sunday, June 29. This year marks the 249th anniversary of the Battle of Sullivan's Island. Living historians in period clothing will portray both Patriot and British soldiers and civilians to help visitors understand and learn about life in 1776. Event Schedule:Flag Raising Program 10:00 a.m., inside Fort MoultrieJoin a ranger and living historians to help raise the Moultrie Flag. Learn about the importance of the Battle of Sullivan's Island, what the battle between the fort and the navy looked like and the history behind the flag itself. Living Historian Talks 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m behind Fort Moultrie10:30 a.m.: Learn more about the forming of the patriot force that defended Fort Moultrie, the 2nd South Carolina Regiment. Living Historian Talks 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.minside Visitor Center Theater1:00 p.m.: Join our living historians for a history talk about the South Carolina State Navy! Historic Weapons Demonstration 11:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m, 2:30 p.m, 3:00 p.m behind Fort MoultrieJoin living historians to learn about muskets, cannons and mortars. Experience what it would have been like when they were fired! Living Battle Demonstration 2:00 p.m., behind Fort MoultrieJoin rangers and living historians for a program showcasing Sergeant Jasper and his heroic actions as he rescues the Moultrie flag under gunshots and cannon fire! Flag Lowering Program 4:30 p.m., inside Fort MoultrieJoin a ranger and living historians to help fold the Moultrie Flag. Learn about the importance of the Battle of Sullivan's Island, and how the fight for freedom continues to echo through time. Guest Speaker 6:00 p.m., behind Fort MoultrieJoin us as we host historian and local author Norm Rickeman for a deep dive into the Battle of Sullivan's Island, and why he considers it "...the biggest upset victory in America's military history." ![]() NPS Photo/N. Boyd All Day Events 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.mHistory Row and Interactive Children's ActivitiesRanger stations provide interactive activities for visitors of all ages, including:
Cricket DemonstrationJoin a historian to learn (and play!) the most popular game in colonial America. Indigo Dyeing DemonstrationJoin a Park Ranger to experience the magical look of indigo dyeing, and learn about the enslaved labor used to get the dye from the plant. Did you know this is the same dye that we use in blue jeans today? Book SigningMeet local author Norm Rickeman, who wrote THE book on Colonel Moultrie and the victory at the Battle of Sullivan's Island. Books will be available for purchase. America 250National Park Service Site Events
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Last updated: May 13, 2025