Smoke billows from a cannon by four uniformed men
Cannon firing with smoke
Volunteers in Civil War Union Army uniforms drilling on the cannon.

Artillery Demonstration

Fort Washington Park

  • Monthly on the first Sunday at 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM from April 03, 2022 to November 06, 2022
  • Free
Step back in time and watch Union soldiers fire a cannon!
 
Learn about the process of loading and firing a Civil War era cannon with Fort Washington staff and volunteers. A Ranger will explain each step as its happening. Rangers and volunteers will be available after the demonstration to answer questions. 
 
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This demonstration will involve loud noises, similar to that of a firework. Rangers will give a warning to cover your ears, but this program may not be right for people or dogs that are frightened by loud noises.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Firing inside the historic fort.

Latitude and Longitude 38.711070, -77.034570

Schedule

Days:

Monthly on the first Sunday

Dates:

April 03, 2022 to November 06, 2022

Time:

1:00 PM, 2:00 PM

Duration:

15 minutes

Occurs the first Sunday of every month from April-November at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 PM.

Contact Information

Barbara Wadding
3017634600
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Event Type

  • Living History
  • Talk
Tags: artillery, historic weapons, historic weapons demonstrations, civil war, living history