School of the Soldier

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Fee:

Entrance Fee Required

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Location:

Fort Pickens Bookstore

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Repeating Event

Days:

Every week on Sunday and Saturday

Dates:

September 01, 2019 to October 31, 2019

Time:

11:00 AM, 3:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Type of Event

Cultural/Craft Demonstration

Living History

Talk

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Description

For over a century Fort Pickens protected the coastline from foreign invasion and withstood the actions of war, time, and the elements.  Discover the importance of this coastal fortification in our nation’s history.

Firing demonstrations may be included as part of this program depending upon staff and volunteer availability. 

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More information

Reservation or Registration: No

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Contact Information

Park Ranger
8509342600
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Image Gallery

A group of people watch two demonstrators in Civil War uniforms fire muskets away from the camera.

School of the Soldier programs include firing demonstrations when staff available.
NPS Photo