Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site
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Fort Ward is a former Union Army installation now located in the city of Alexandria in the U.S. state of Virginia. It was the fifth largest fort built to defend Washington, D.C. in the American Civil War. It is currently well-preserved with 90-95% of its earthen walls intact.
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Fort Ward is a former Union Army installation now located in the city of Alexandria in the U.S. state of Virginia. It was the fifth largest fort built to defend Washington, D.C. in the American Civil War. It is currently well-preserved with 90-95% of its earthen walls intact.
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Found this nice museum by accident while doing a Google search for museums close to Alexandria, VA. The young gentleman staffing the desk was nice and patiently answered my questions about the Civil War. There were only a few other visitors while I was there and the grounds were peaceful. There is a model of the fort in the museum, and I was glad I stopped by before heading out to the reconstructed area where the cannons are. It really helped in understanding just what we were looking at outside.
Roger BlainRoger Blain
10
This is historic site and also a park, the headquarters building is a small museum. There are artifacts and interesting stories about the forts located around the DC area. This is the best preserved civil war era fort in the DC area. They have rebuilt one of the bastian's to the original specifications and armed it with period replica cannons. Admission and parking are free.
Jim LahrJim Lahr
30
Nice little Fort, one of the many built around the Capital to protect it during the American Civil War, and great place to visit in good weather. Visited it with my Mom and the staff was friendly and the museum, while small, had a lot of artifacts. The park is open to the public. I had a friend who liked to walk it during the weekends because he lived so close to it.
Michael ValdivielsoMichael Valdivielso
20
What a find! I was in Alexandria for a conference and wanted an easy run in a safe place. Well, I also got some history with this as well. It is a great loop for walking and running with the history of the fort during civil war times. There are bathrooms and parking, an ampitheatre, playground and benches so there is something for everyone. Very pretty in the Spring.
Genoeffa PalumboGenoeffa Palumbo
10
Nice little place full of historical artifacts. It’s free and there were only few people inside. You are allowed to take pictures. The staff is friendly. There is a lot to learn if you are interested in history! Remember to also visit the historic site, if the weather is nice you can have a picnic in there, there are lots of tables and benches. Pets friendly.
Halyna PHalyna P
20
Found this little park in the middle of the city, not knowing it had so much history. Took a wal around the fort and the canons were in amazing shape. Then I saw the history and how black slaves came here to fight for their freedom. It has a old cemetery , that they ask you to respect.
Jennifer KlingJennifer Kling
30
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Phone
(703) 746-4848
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Website
alexandriava.gov
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