
Overview
War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ear (1739-1748) and how its British defenders fought off the Spanish Army. Today, archeology has uncovered the story of the 1,000 people that once lived here.
The site enjoys mild climate from fall through early summer, followed by hot, humid summers.
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Things to do

Grab your activity booklet and become a Fort Frederica Junior Ranger today.
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Prepare to learn about and explore Fort Frederica! The Scavenger Hunt for Fort Frederica follows several clues around the site. Earn a prize once completed!
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Located in the Fort Frederica Visitor Center, explore the museum space before setting out onto the British fort's grounds and townsite.
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A few miles of nature trails surrounding the Fort Frederica town site gives visitors the opportunity to stretch their legs. Numbered posts along the trail identify plants and other nature features. Pick up a Nature Trail brochure at the Visitor Center or trailhead to follow along.
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Living history demonstrations are conducted on select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year and highlight trades like blacksmithing, dyeing, weaving, soldiering and more. Call the park and ask if living history demonstrations are taking place when you visit.
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Join a ranger for a guided walking tour along Broad Street to the fort site to learn about the history of the area. Guided tours are available daily at 11:15 AM and 2:15 PM when staffing permits. Ask about if a tour will be offered the day of your visit.
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Take a stroll down the historic Broad Street at Frederica and leard about who used to live in the town and what it took to survive in the 1740's on the Georgia coast.
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