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Civil War Tours at Fort Ward

Title:Civil War Tours at Fort Ward
Date & Time:Sat Nov 13, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location:Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site, 4301 W. Braddock Rd. (Map This)
Event Details:Fort Ward Museum will offer soldier-led tours of historic Fort Ward in recognition of Veteran’s Day on Saturday, November 13. Two 90-minute tours presented by a Union army soldier interpreter will be held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tours are free. The program is weather dependent.

Participants will learn about Civil War veterans’ organizations, the history of Fort Ward, army life in the Civil War Defenses of Washington, and the design and construction of Civil War forts. Highlights include the reconstructed Officers’ Hut and ceremonial entrance gate, and the fort’s fully restored Northwest bastion.
Contact Phone No.:703.746.4848
Fees:Free
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Fort Ward Museum, Living History, Museums


For event details visit http://www.alexandriava.gov/c/38158
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