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Fort McAllister State Park


Friday, November 22, 2024

Friday at the Forge
Friday, Nov 22, 2024 10 AM to 1 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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Saturday, November 30, 2024

Soldier Saturday
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 10 AM to 3 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 and experience a musket firing demonstration. As well as join in for candle-making at 1 pm! $5.50 - $15 912-727-2339.
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Candle Making
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us for 18th and 19th century candle making. Learn how homespun candles were made, and then try making your own. $12-$15. 912-727-2339.
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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Winter Muster Reenactment - 160th
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 8 AM to 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Witness history with a reenactment of the final battle fought in Georgia during the Civil War, marking the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. The battle takes place on Sat. Dec. 14th at 4:45 (arrive by 4:00 PM). Explore the soldiers’ encampments Fri., Dec. 13th (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Sat. Dec. 14th (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM). Tickets range from $15-$20. $15-$20. 912-727-2339.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

First Day Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Lets kick off the new year right by immersing yourself in our natural world and learning about it's beauty. Join us at 10:00am for a 3 mile nature hike led by a ranger. This hike is medium difficulty and requires sturdy shoes and water. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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