"The Lights of the Great Armada: The 147th Anniversary of the Battle of Fort Fisher." Great Navy and Marine living event, featuring small arms and artillery demonstrations. Special presentations by Dr. Robert M. Browning, Jr., Chief Historian, USCG; Dr. Mark Wilde-Ramsing, Deputy NC State Archaeologist; Mr. Larry Bopp and Mr. Steve Bockmiller of the USMC Historical Company and Ship's Company. Free, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat. and 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sun. Free
March 31, 2012
Civil War Preservation Trust "Park Day." Interested in helping beautify Fort Fisher? Volunteer for Park Day 2012! Great project for service clubs, scouts, and youth groups but all volunteers are welcome. Free tee-shirts, patches and lunch provided. All volunteers must register in advance by calling the site at (910) 458-5538 or email info@friendsoffortfisher.com. Free
May 12, 2012
Confederate Memorial Day Service. Hosted by Fort Fisher Chapter No. 2325, United Daughters of the Confederacy. This year's annual memorial service begins at 4 p.m. at the Battle Acre Confederate Monument and features historian Richard Triebe, author of Fort Fisher to Elmira: The Fatal Journey of 518 Confederate Soldiers. Free
June 1 - August 17, 2012
Mary Holloway Seasonal Interpreter. Wednesdays through Sundays, a costumed guide will provide tours of the fort and small arms weapons demonstrations. Sponsored and funded by the Friends of Fort Fisher. Free
June 9, 2012
Fort Fisher Second Saturdays. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Program specifics to be announced. Please contact the site for details at 910-458-5538. Free
July 14, 2012
Fort Fisher Second Saturdays. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Program specifics to be announced. Please contact the site for details at 910-458-5538. Free
August 11, 2012
Fort Fisher Second Saturdays. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Program specifics to be announced. Please contact the site for details at 910-458-5538. Free
October 27, 2012
Fort Fisher Fall Festival. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Program specifics to be announced. Please contact the site for details at 910-458-5538. Free
November 10, 2012
Friends of Fort Fisher Annual Meeting. Celebrate accomplishments over lunch, hear plans regarding the future of the historic site, and get an insider look at artifacts and their conservation. Open to members and their guests. For informaton or to join contact info@friendsoffortfisher.com.
December 4, 2012
Holiday Open House. Enjoy refreshments, good cheer and live entertainment while saving 15% on all gift shop purchases for that special history lover. Friends members save 25% on this day only. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hosted by the Friends of Fort Fisher and Fort Fisher Chapter No. 2325, United Daughters of the Confederacy. For information contact info@friendsoffortfisher.com.
* Schedule subject to change. For program times and details, call 910-458-5538 prior to your visit.