Historic Site
(912) 437-4770
From 1721 until 1736, Fort King George was the southern outpost of the British Empire in North America. A cypress blockhouse, barracks and palisaded earthen fort were constructed in 1721 by scoutmen led by Colonel John "Tuscarora Jack" Barnwell. For the next seven years, His Majesty's Independent Company garrisoned the fort. They endured incredible hardships from disease, threats of Spanish and Indian attacks, and the harsh, unfamiliar coastal environment. After the fort was abandoned, General James Oglethorpe brought Scottish Highlanders to the site in 1736. The settlement, called Darien, eventually became a foremost export center of lumber until 1925.
Using old records and drawings, this 18th century frontier fortification on the Altamaha River has been reconstructed for public tours. Structures include a blockhouse, officers' quarters, barracks, a guardhouse, moat and palisades. A museum and film cover the Guale Indians, the Santo Domingo de Talaje mission, Fort King George, the Scots of Darien and 19th century sawmilling when Darien became a major seaport. In addition to the many fort buildings, remains of three sawmills and tabby ruins are still visible. This site is on the Colonial Coast Birding Trail.
Hours:
- Tuesday-Saturday 9AM-5PM
- Sunday 2-5:30PM
- Closed Monday (except holidays), Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Closed Tuesday when open on Monday.
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Note: Fort King George Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
Dinner with General James E. Oglethorpe
Saturday, Feb 21, 2009 7 PM - 9 PM
| General James E. Oglethorpe, Colonel John Barnwell and the Garrison of Fort King George invite the public to a quaint colonial dinner in the enlisted soldiers' barracks... $30 per plate. (912) 437-4770. |
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Scottish Heritage Day Encampment
Saturday, Mar 21, 2009
| Come to this pretty site on the coast to see a variety of living-history demonstrations devoted to colonial and Scottish culture. A battle re-enactment will take place at 2 p.m. $2.50-$5. (912) 437-4770. |
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Admission:
Adults $5, Children $2.50, Seniors $4.50
Group tours available for adults and youths that consist of 15 or more people. Reservations required at least one week in advance. Group tours consist of a one-hour living history presentation on a soldier's life and a weapons demonstration. Group rate: $3.50 per adult or $2 per child.
Picnic area and bus parking available.
FACILITIES:
- Outdoor Exhibits
- Museum and Film
- Gift Shop
- Nature Trail
- Picnic Area
- Bus Parking
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