Artillery of the Civil War Defenses of Washington

Join park rangers from the Civil War Defenses of Washington (CWDW) to discover the powerful artillery of the Civil War. Learn how massive cannons were used to defend Washington, explore the different types of ammunition fired from these “big guns,” and hear stories about the soldiers who operated them during battle.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Fort Stevens is at the corner of 13th St NW and Quackenbos St NW, Washington, DC

Latitude and Longitude 38.964398, -77.029116

Schedule

Contact Information

Bryan Cheeseboro
202-604-1673
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Event Type

• Cultural/Craft Demonstration
• Talk