Fort Frederica National Monument, Monument in St. Simons Island, Georgia
Monument

Fort Frederica National Monument

St. Simons Island · Georgia

Overview

About Fort Frederica National Monument.

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.

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Weather

The site enjoys mild climate from fall through early summer, followed by hot, humid summers.

Key Facts

TypeMonument
DesignationNational Monument

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Things to do

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Become a Fort Frederica Junior Ranger

Grab your activity booklet and become a Fort Frederica Junior Ranger today.

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Complete the Fort Frederica Scavenger Hunt

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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Explore the Fort Frederica Museum

30-60 Minutes

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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Hike a Nature Trail

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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British soldier wearing colonial uniform firing a musket with smoke coming out of the muzzle.

Living History Demonstrations

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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Visitors gathered with park ranger for a town tour at the Kings Magazine.

Ranger-Led Town Tour

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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Walk Down Broad Street

15-45 Minutes

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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