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Fort King George Historic Site

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Saturday, October 24, 2026
Echoes on the Altamaha: Candle Lantern Tour
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 6:30 PM to 10 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Echoes on the Altamaha: Candle Lantern Tour The moon is out, the lanterns are lit! For one night only, the past comes alive to tell you their tales. This year we focus on the history surrounding the 250th anniversary of the USA. Our candle lantern tour gives you the chance to speak with those daring folk who left their mark on the Georgia colony. $10. 912-437-4770.
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Friday, October 30, 2026
Guided Autumn Tours of Georgia's First Fort
Friday, Oct 30, 2026 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Follow in the footsteps of a British Redcoat Soldier. From discovery to defense, muskets and mutiny! Learn about the history of Georgia's first fort. Guided tours run close to an hour long and involve 200 yards of easy walking. Please contact the site if you require the use of a passenger cart. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Guided Autumn Tours of Georgia's First Fort
Friday, Oct 30, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Follow in the footsteps of a British Redcoat Soldier. From discovery to defense, muskets and mutiny! Learn about the history of Georgia's first fort. Guided tours run close to an hour long and involve 200 yards of easy walking. Please contact the site if you require the use of a passenger cart. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
Enter the Powder Room: 200 Years of Colonial Weaponry
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 10 AM to 1 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
This Father's Day, we will have 16th-18th century weapons on display and for demonstration. See the 'diabolical instruments' that were used by European empires on the battlefield. Cost: standard admission. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, November 6, 2026
Walking On William Bartram's Trail
Friday, Nov 6, 2026 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
William Bartram is one of the best known American naturalists of the 18th century. Join a ranger as we follow his footsteps along the Altamaha environs. Make birding and other observations in a nature journal given to those who participate! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Walking On William Bartram's Trail
Friday, Nov 6, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
William Bartram is one of the best known American naturalists of the 18th century. Join a ranger as we follow his footsteps along the Altamaha environs. Make birding and other observations in a nature journal given to those who participate! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, November 13, 2026
Autumn Encampment 2026
Friday, Nov 13, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Autumn Encampment 2026 Our annual Colonial military reenactment is open to all those interested in the harsh, yet adventurous, lives of soldiers and sailors. Only on Saturday at 2pm: a black powder battle demonstration! Military history of the 18th century includes reenacting from Highlanders, British armies, Royal navies, and foreign campaigns! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
Autumn Encampment 2026
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Autumn Encampment 2026 Our annual Colonial military reenactment is open to all those interested in the harsh, yet adventurous, lives of soldiers and sailors. Only on Saturday at 2pm: a black powder battle demonstration! Military history of the 18th century includes reenacting from Highlanders, British armies, Royal navies, and foreign campaigns! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, November 20, 2026
Splendid Georgia: a Colonial Naturalist's History
Friday, Nov 20, 2026 10 AM to 1 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The 18th century saw the rise of amateur scientists who documented the wondrous environments of the colonial coastlines. Botanists, poets, artists, and philosophers adventured along drawing animals, plants, and fungi. One such naturalist is docked at the Fort with her specimens for a show and tell! $8.25-$4.75 912-437-4770.
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Here Comes the Tercio: the Spanish in Georgia
Friday, Nov 20, 2026 1 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Before the British created Georgia, the Spanish were conquering the coastline. Their best military unit, the tercio, is set up on the edges of the bluff, showcasing 16th-century weapons and supplies. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, November 21, 2026
Rat & Tankard Tavern: Colonial Food and Fun
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 10 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Colonial taverns functioned as trading posts, post offices, all while serving hot food, hot drink, and hot gossip. Come see where the politics of the Revolution began in ye ol' fashioned Tavern! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Sunday, November 22, 2026
A Colonial Sailor's Life For Me!
Sunday, Nov 22, 2026 9 AM to 12 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The British Empire wouldn't have expanded in the 1700s without the help of capable sailors. One is docked at the Fort to talk about the art of navigation, his job duties, and life aboard a ship. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Lye, Dye, Weave & Ply: Making Clothes in the 1700s
Sunday, Nov 22, 2026 1 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Being clothed in the 18th century wasn't as simple as going to a store and buying an outfit. See the technique of making clothes from scratch. From wool spinning to weaving, dyeing, and sewing! Standard admission rates apply. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Chat with a Chandler
Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026 10 AM to 1 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Join us as we make candles in the style of the 18th century. Learn about the life of a chandler (ye ol' candle-maker) around the fire! Take a look at this interesting process, from hand-dipping to mold pouring. $4.75 - $8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, November 27, 2026
Potions, Pills, & Pustules: 18th Century Medicine
Friday, Nov 27, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Sick with the flux or mal aria? The Doctor is in and might have a cure! Visit the Doctor’s house inside the Fort and learn all about 18th century medical practices. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, November 28, 2026
Georgia Before Georgia: Exploration in the 1500's Golden Isles
Saturday, Nov 28, 2026 10 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Long before the arrival of the British in Georgia and South Carolina, other European powers began exploring the southern coasts. Spain, from La Florida, and France, before Louisiana, sought to control the Golden Isles. Colonies were created and destroyed. They traded with Native tribes and documented their lives. These are their stories. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Sunday, November 29, 2026
American Spies: Revolution Era Espionage
Sunday, Nov 29, 2026 10 AM to 1 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The American Revolution wasn't just fought on battlefields. Secret intelligence helped win the war behind the scenes, a job perfect for women. Agent Siren is available to discuss the role of espionage. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, December 4, 2026
1721: Life of a Sailor
Friday, Dec 4, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, December 5, 2026
1721: Life of a Sailor
Saturday, Dec 5, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Sunday, December 6, 2026
1721: Life of a Sailor
Sunday, Dec 6, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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