Fort Moultrie spans 171 years from 1776-1947
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
National Historical Park · SC
Two forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to preserve slavery, construction on a new fort, Fort Sumter, proceeded. The Confederacy fired on the US garrison of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861 opening the Civil War, which redefined American freedom.
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Fee: Entrance - Per Person
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Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$10
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving Day; Christmas Day; New Year's Day
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available23 activities
Park Name
InfoFort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoSC
Phone
Info(843) 883-3123
fosu_information@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$35
Operating Hours
InfoFort Moultrie represents the entire history of static seacoast defenses in the United States, from the American Revolution through World War II. The site includes a visitor center with museum exhibits. The Fort Moultrie Visitor Center is open daily 9:00 am-4:30 pm. The fort itself is open until 4:30 pm all year. There is an entrance fee for the park.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Fort Sumter Visitor Center at Liberty Square
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Fort Moultrie Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, American Revolution + 52 more
Weather Info
InfoMild winters. Hot and humid during the summer.
Getting There
InfoFort Sumter is accessible by ferry boat. Boats depart at scheduled times from two sites. The primary departure point is the Fort Sumter Visitor Center, 340 Concord Street, Charleston. Boats also depar
Location
Info32.7565° N, -79.8707° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website