Fort Niagara in the Civil War at Old Fort Niagara
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 02/12/2023
Celebrate Lincoln's Birthday with special activities at the fort. Although Fort Niagara was far from the front lines during the American Civil War, the fort nonetheless saw a great deal of activity. Enjoy special tours of the fort and learn what it looked like from 1861-65. Follow the trials and tribulations of the 7th United States Infantry as they travel from New Mexico to Fort Niagara.
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Schedule of Activities:
1:00 p.m. Why was the Civil War so deadly? A look at firearms technology from 1760-1860.
1:30 p.m. Special tour- Fort Niagara in the Civil War (includes a tour of the underground Casemate)
2:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
2:30 p.m. Talk- From the Rio Grande to the Niagara: The Journey of The 7th United States Infantry Regiment in the Visitor Center theater.
3:00 p.m. Musket Demonstration
3:30 p.m. Special tour- Fort Niagara in the Civil War.
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Organization:
Old Fort NiagaraLocation:
102 Morrow Plaza P.O. Box 169
Youngstown, NY, 14174United States
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Phone:
716-745-7611Contact name:
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The event has already taken place on this date:
02/12/2023
Time:
1 - 4 pm
Ages
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