Event
First Shots of the Civil War Anniversary Weekend
Fee:
Fort Moultrie will be fee-free on Saturday, April 15th ONLY. Normal fees will apply at Fort Moultrie in Sunday, April 16th. To visit fort Sumter, visitors must purchase a ticket from the authorized ferry boat concessionaire, Fort Sumter Tours. All information, including times and the ability to purchase tickets in advance, can be found at www.fortsumtertours.com.Location: LAT/LONG: 33.000000, -80.000000
This special event will take place both at Fort Sumter, and Fort Moultrie.
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FORT MOULTRIE SATURDAY - Soldiers' Camp open from 10am - 4pm. Ranger talks and musket demonstrations will take place throughout the day between 11:00 am and 3:30 pm. FORT SUMTER SATURDAY - Living Historians will be present at the battle site throughout the day interpreting the events which occurred in Charleston Harbor. Tickets and information on visiting the island are available at www.fortsumtertours.com. FORT MOULTRIE SUNDAY - Ranger talk at 11:00 am. Musket and drill demonstration at 11:30 am.
Description
Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie National Historical Park will observe the 162nd anniversary of the Civil War with special programs at Forts Sumter and Moultrie.
Living Historians representing officers, soldiers, and civilians from 1861 will provide visitors with insights into the tension filled days that preceded the beginning of the war.
Fort Sumter ferry information can be found at www.fortsumtertours.com.
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Reservation or Registration: No
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