Field Trips

Engineering a Stronghold

Grade Level:
Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Subject:
Social Studies

This self-guided walking tour highlights the fort’s remarkable design and construction – a great way for students of all ages to explore the ingenuity, determination, and legacy of those who built, defended, and preserved this remarkable structure. Educators may download a copy of the walking tour handout or check out laminated copies in the park’s Visitor Center upon arrival. 
 

Self-Guided Interior Fort Tour 

Duration: 30-45 minutes 

Distance: ½ Mile 

Materials

Self-guided walking tour handout.

Download Engineering a Stronghold

Last updated: July 10, 2026