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Battle of Mobile Bay Commemorative Day
Come join us! The well-preserved ramparts of Fort Gaines have guarded the entrance to Mobile Bay for more than 150 years. Now a fascinating historic site, the Fort stands at the eastern tip of Dauphin Island where it commands panoramic views of the bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The event highlights Fort Gaines integral role in the Battle of Mobile Bay. The cannon will be fired every hour in honor of the soldiers that fought in this pivotal battle. Come…
Find out more »2nd Annual Massacre Island
On September 16th & 17th, Historic Fort Gaines and the 6th Alabama Calvary Bucaneers will host the 2nd Annual Massacre Island Pirate Event. The event will highlight Flintlock Pistol Duel, Pirate Tug of War, Swashbuckling Sword Play, Cannon Firing, Blacksmithing and music by the Kracker Dan Band. Treasure Hunt for the kids 12 and under. Fort Gaines is open 9:00 am to 5:00pm daily. Adult tickets (ages 13 and up) $8.00 Children tickets (5-12) $4.00 Children 4 and under are…
Find out more »34th Annual Renaissance Festival GATALOP 34
Hosted by the Society of Creative Anachronism, the Barony of Osprey will present Life in the Middle Ages. You will see Knights in Armor as they storm the castle, view melee’s and sieges. Visit with Lords, Ladies, Artist, and Medieval Merchants. Watch our resident Blacksmith demonstrate his craft in the Fort’s original Blacksmith Shop.
Find out more »WWII Living History Event
Come and experience a day in the life of a WWII soldier. The soldiers will be doing drills throughout the day; there will be authentic camping and blacksmithing in the original blacksmith shop.
Find out more »24th Annual Christmas through the Ages
Experience a Christmas of “Days Gone by!” This event is a living history Day for the whole family. Come and join the soldiers from the1700’s through the 1900’s and their Families as they celebrate a non-commercial Christmas. Our visiting children will have the chance to make a seashells ornament and other decorations.
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