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Historic Site (912) 884-5999

  Note: Fort Morris Historic Site has no reservable facilities.  

When the Continental Congress convened in 1776, the delegates recognized the importance of a fort to protect their growing seaport from the British. Soon afterwards, a low bluff on the Medway River at Sunbury was fortified and garrisoned by 200 patriots. When the British demanded the fort’s surrender on November 25, 1778, the defiant Col. John McIntosh replied, “Come and take it!” The British refused and withdrew back to Florida. Forty-five days later, they returned with a superior force, and on January 9, 1779, Fort Morris fell after a short but heavy bombardment.

Under the name of Fort Defiance, this bulwark was once again used against the British during the War of 1812, and Sunbury's harbor was guarded by armed barges. Today, visitors can stand within the earthwork remains and view scenic Saint Catherines Sound. A museum and film describe the colonial port of Sunbury and the site’s history.

Visitors may borrow binoculars and a field guide to go birding.  Downy woodpeckers, pileated woodpeckers, goldfinches, wood storks, painted buntings, great egrets and many other coastal species can be seen.

Hours: Thursday-Saturday / 9AM-5PM
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
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Admission: $3-$4.50
Group rates available with advance notice.

FACILITIES:
  • 67 Acres
  • Visitor Center (film & exhibits)
  • Gift Shop
  • 7 Picnic Sites
  • 1-Mile Nature Trail
  • Pioneer Campground (groups only, $15 and up)
  • Bus Parking

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  Address/Directions
Fort Morris Historic Site
2559 Fort Morris Road
Midway , GA 31320

GPS Coordinates:
N 31.762066 | W 081.281483
Located 7 miles east of I-95 exit #76 via Island Highway and Fort Morris Road.

 
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Fort Morris Historic Site
2559 Fort Morris Road
Midway, GA 31320 View Details


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Fort Morris Historic Site
 
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