Field Trips

Building a Mighty Fortress

Grade Level:
Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:
Social Studies

Self-Guided Interior Fort Tour

Duration: 30-45 minutes

Distance: ½ Mile



This self-guided walking tour, designed for students in grades K–5, showcases the fort’s impressive design and construction, offering a fun and engaging way for young learners to explore the site. 

Materials

Educators can download the walking tour handout in advance or borrow laminated copies from the park’s Visitor Center upon arrival.

Download Building a Mighty Fortress - Self Guided Tour

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Last updated: September 1, 2026