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OLD FORT JACKSON
Old Fort Jackson celebrated its bicentennial in May 2008, making it the oldest standing
brick fortification in Georgia! A National Historic Landmark, the fort is one of only eight
Second System fortifications (a series of forts built prior to the War of 1812) still
standing in the United States.
Join thousands of visitors who enjoy the fort every year, and experience military exhibits,
daily cannon firing demonstrations during the summer, and a serene environment with a great
view of the Savannah River.
PHOTOS
HISTORY
Built on the site of a battery used in the American Revolution, construction began in 1808
under the supervision of a ninteen year old graduate of West Point named William McCree.
The fort protected Savannah during the War of 1812 and served as teh headquarters for the
Savannah River defenses during the Civil War. Confederate troops garrisoned the fort and
protected Savannah for most of the war. The city and Fort Jackson finally fell to Union forces
in December 1864 when General William Tecumseh Sherman ended his famous "March to the Sea"
in Savannah.
After the Civil War, the fort was abandoned by the army and fell into disrepair. Sitting
abandoned and neglected for most of the twentieth century, the non-profit Coastal Heritage
Society assumed management of Old Fort Jackson in 1975 and has preserved this National Historic
Landmark for future generations.
For a detailed history of the fort, click here.
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SITE HOURS
Old Fort Jackson
1 Fort Jackson Rd.
Savannah, GA 31404
912.232.3945
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday-Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
GENERAL ADMISSION
$6.00 - Adults
Free - Children under 6 with guardian
For more information on the location, scheduling group visits, and planning an event at this site,
please visit Plan Your Visit or Event Planning.
To find out when there is an event occurring at this site, please visit Upcoming Events or the Calendar.
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