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Fort McAllister State Park


Saturday, February 7, 2026

Rides On The River
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Enjoy a day filled with cool rides, local history, and musket firings. Classic car owners are invited to show off their amazing autos and meet fellow automobile enthusiasts. $6-$10. 912-727-2339.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Super Museum Sunday at Fort McAllister
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 8 AM to 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
In partnership with the Georgia Historical Festival, Fort McAllister is participating in Super Museum Sunday. Musket demonstrations will be offered 10 am - 2 pm. We will offer an African American History at 10 am and a standard fort tour at 2 pm. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Love the Old-fashioned Way: A Victorian Valentine Soirée
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 6 PM to 9 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Love the Old-fashioned Way: A Victorian Valentine Soirée Take a step back in time with a romantic night of dancing, live music brought to you by Bella Harmony, delicious food, and some sweet treats. Have two left feet? Don't worry! We will give dance lessons throughout the night, and you can always take a break by the fireside with your sweetie. Book your date night by calling the park office. $45-$60. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, March 7, 2026

Women's History Month - Homefront 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 Homefront 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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Saturday, May 23, 2026

Memorial Day Commemoration
Saturday, May 23, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us for a Memorial Day commemoration. Help us pay tribute to our fellow patriots who died while serving in the US military. Living history interpretations will take place throughout the day including musket and cannon firings. Tour the fort, museum, and grounds of Fort McAllister along the banks of the Ogeechee River. $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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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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Saturday, December 12, 2026

162nd Winter Muster Reenactment
Saturday, Dec 12, 2026 10 AM to 4:45 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Experience the dramatic reenactment of Georgia’s final Civil War battle, marking the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. The battle begins Saturday, December 12, at 4:40 PM (arrive by 4:00). On Friday, December 11, explore soldiers’ encampments and glimpse camp life leading up to the fight. 912-727-2339.
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