Fort Massachusetts: Ship Island’s Silent Sentinel
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Explore the massive masonry fort that dominates the western end of Ship Island.
Fees
This program takes place on Ship Island which is located 12 miles offshore and accessible only by private vessel or passenger ferry. Ferry information can be found at www.msshipisland.com
Location
Fort Massachusetts is located 12 miles of the coast of Mississippi, a passenger ferry runs to the island mid-March through October each year.
Latitude and Longitude 30.211700, -88.971910
Schedule
Days:
Every week on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Dates:
September 01, 2019 to October 31, 2019
Time:
2:30 PM
Duration:
45 minutes
Contact Information
Park Ranger
228-230-4100
Contact Us
Event Type
- Guided Tour
- Talk
- Walk
Tags:
fort, ship island, gulf islands national seashore, gulf islands, ranger program, mississippi, civil war, military, history, guided