Civil War Medicine

Learn about the tools that doctors and surgeons of the past used to heal injuries during the Civil War. Our rangers will be using a period-correct doctor's pack and showing examples of the way surgeons performed amputations, and the medicines used by doctors to treat an......More

Learn about the tools that doctors and surgeons of the past used to heal injuries during the Civil War. Our rangers will be using a period-correct doctor's pack and showing examples of the way surgeons performed amputations, and the medicines used by doctors to treat anything from toothaches to snake bites.Fort Admission Required. Pre registration Required, Space is limited.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Civil War Texting

Learn how messages were sent across the battlefield. We will also be learning how they sent encrypted communications using flags. You will even get to try your hand at sending a Civil War text using signal flags. Space is limited, Pre-Registration Required. Included wi......More

Learn how messages were sent across the battlefield. We will also be learning how they sent encrypted communications using flags. You will even get to try your hand at sending a Civil War text using signal flags. Space is limited, Pre-Registration Required. Included with Fort Admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Soldier Saturday

A Living Historian portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War Medicine. There will be musket firings throughout the day. This program is included with fort admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Civil War Drills

With the aid of wooden muskets, children will learn how to march and "load in nine times", just like a Civil War soldier. A musket demonstration will conclude the program. Educational for kids and adults alike. Space is Limited. Pre-Registration is RequiredFort Admissio......More

With the aid of wooden muskets, children will learn how to march and "load in nine times", just like a Civil War soldier. A musket demonstration will conclude the program. Educational for kids and adults alike. Space is Limited. Pre-Registration is RequiredFort Admission Required

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Friday at the Forge: Blacksmithing Program

Visit our blacksmith's shop to learn about their tools and techniques. Our park rangers will be demonstrating how metal is heated and formed. This program is included with fort admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Soldier Saturday

A Living Historian portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War Medicine. There will be musket firings throughout the day. This program is included with fort admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Primitive Tools

Come learn about the Original people of Genesis Point, the Guale, and the types of tools they used to defend themselves and hunt for food.Fort Admission Required

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

6 Simple Machines

Humans have invented six devices that combine to make work easier. These six simple machines are present at Fort McAllister. Learn what they are and try to find them. Space is limited. Pre-Registration is Required. Included With Fort Admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Soldier Saturday

A Living Historian portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War Medicine. There will be musket firings throughout the day. This program is included with fort admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324

Civil War Artillery

Join us as we discuss why artillery is called the "king of Battle". Learn how cannons functioned, their purpose, and tactics used during the American Civil War. Space is limited, Pre-Registration is Required, Included with Fort Admission.

Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road Richmond Hill, GA 31324