Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

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Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

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From Washerwomen to WACs: Women's History at Fort Washington

 From Washerwomen to WACs: Women’s History at Fort Washington Discover the untold stories of the women who shaped Fort Washington from the early 1800s through World War II. This immersive program highlights the labor, resilience, and service of the fort’s laundresses—fi......More

 From Washerwomen to WACs: Women’s History at Fort Washington Discover the untold stories of the women who shaped Fort Washington from the early 1800s through World War II. This immersive program highlights the labor, resilience, and service of the fort’s laundresses—first recorded here in 1835—and the women of the Women’s Army Corps who arrived in 1943 to support the Adjutant General’s School. Visitors can explore hands‑on displays including historic laundry equipment and a WWII WAC trunk, engage with costumed interpreters, and join guided Women’s History Tours at 11 am and 2 pm. This program brings to life the women whose essential contributions are too often forgotten, inviting visitors to experience Fort Washington through their eyes.  

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!

Fort Tour

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons......More

Are you curious about the fascinating history behind Fort Washington? Join us for an enlightening guided tour that delves into the who, what, where, when, and why of this historic fortification! Discover the strategic significance of Digges Point and uncover the reasons it was selected as the ideal site for building the fort.Whether you are a history buff or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through the fort, this tour is perfect for all ages. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the fort’s construction, its role in defense, and the stories of those who lived and served here.If you’re interested in participating but the scheduled times don’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Call the Visitor Center at 771-208-1555 or email us prior to your arrival, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request for a different tour time.

Check in at the Visitor Center!