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Fort McAllister State Park


Friday, March 6, 2026

Family and Friends Movie Night
Friday, Mar 6, 2026 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Movie night is back at Fort McAllister and it is bigger than ever! Enjoy a mystery movie (rated PG, of course) and some snacks. We can't reveal the title here, but we guarantee it will be the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Call the Visitor Center for more information on the movie or event. Parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, March 7, 2026

Women's History Month - Home Front Women
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Women served in many capacities during the Civil War, both on and off the battlefield. The efforts and services they provided during the Civil War were a turning point in the fight for women's equality. The home front played an essential role in the war for both the Union and the Confederacy. 5.50-9.75 912-727-2339.
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Sunday, March 8, 2026

Rag Doll Workshop
Sunday, Mar 8, 2026 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Step back in time and discover the art of traditional rag doll making! In this hands-on program, you’ll explore the history behind these cherished toys and learn the simple techniques children of the 1860s used to create their own dolls. $10. 912-727-2339.
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Friday, March 13, 2026

Friday at the Forge
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
It's time to get fired up! Join our rangers as we show off both the fun and the challenges of blacksmithing. Watch as we present the tools of the trade from the Civil War and the work it takes to make something beautiful! Nails, railroad ties, and more, our smithies can do it all with a little skill and a lot of love for metalworking. $5.50-$9.75 912-727-2339.
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Fireside Fun in the Campground
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 6 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind. A park ranger will have some campfire activities planned for the night. Then we'll wrap the evening up with everyone's favorite campfire treat! 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, March 14, 2026

Survival Saturday: Shelter Building 101
Saturday, Mar 14, 2026 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Learn the basics of building wilderness shelters using natural materials. We will work together to design and build simple debris shelters and learn how to stay safe, dry, and warm in the wild. Perfect for families and outdoor explorers of any age. Pre-registration is required. $15 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Sunday, March 15, 2026

Paint in the Park
Sunday, Mar 15, 2026 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join a ranger for a Saturday afternoon painting in the park. We have plenty of beautiful green spaces and wildlife to use for your inspiration! Supplies will be provided with the program fee. $6 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, March 21, 2026

Soldier Saturday
Saturday, Mar 21, 2026 11 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Stop by to speak with a living historian portraying a Civil War soldier about Fort McAllister's history. $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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Sunday, March 29, 2026

Victorian Egg Painting
Sunday, Mar 29, 2026 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Step back in time and explore the delicate art of Victorian egg painting. In this hands-on class, you’ll craft your own elegant keepsake while discovering the historical significance of this charming pastime. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike! $5 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Monday, June 22, 2026

Junior Ranger Camp Ages 7-9: June 22nd - 25th
Monday, Jun 22, 2026 9 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Junior Ranger Camp Ages 7-9: June 22nd - 25th Join the park rangers for our 4-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 7-9. Registration Opens March 15th. Payment is due upon registration. $150. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, September 5, 2026

Labor Day Festivities
Saturday, Sep 5, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
You deserve a break today! Come out to Fort McAllister for an educational and entertaining day for the whole family. Living historians will be firing muskets. Join us for Civil War games, medical displays, watermelon, and more! $6 - $10. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, October 3, 2026

47th Annual Candle Lantern Tour
Saturday, Oct 3, 2026 6:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
47th Annual Candle Lantern Tour The fort comes alive by the warm glow of candlelight. Follow your guide through the grounds and witness dramatic camp scenes, musket and cannon firings, the clang of the blacksmith’s forge, and the harsh realities of Civil War–era medical care. Venture into eerie bunkers and peek inside the barracks where the Fort’s Major once lived. $25. 912-727-2339.
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