Experiences
The primary departure point for Fort Sumter is the Fort Sumter Visitor Center at Liberty Square, located at 340 Concord Street, in downtown Charleston. Visitors can find parking in the South Carolina Aquarium garage (fees apply) at 24 Calhoun Street, just steps away from the entrance to Liberty Square. Boats also depart from Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Boulevard in Mount Pleasant. There is a fee associated with riding the ferry to Fort Sumter but none for entrance into the visitor center.
The Fort Moultrie Visitor Center is located at 1214 Middle Street, Sullivan's Island, SC. Inside are museum exhibits, a 22-minute orientation film and a museum store. The visitor center and fort are open daily from 9:00 am-4:30 pm. The park is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. There is a park entrance fee.
Programming
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Sullivan's Island. Living historians in period clothing will portray both Patriot and British soldiers and civilians to help visitors understand and learn about life in 1776.
Events on Saturday run from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
On Sunday, there will be a commemoration ceremony for the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Sullivan's Island from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Events and activities will resume following the ceremony until 4:00 p.m.
Join living historians for historic musket and artillery firing demonstrations.
Join a park ranger or living historian to learn more about the Battle of Sullivan's Island.
Walk up ranger and historical stations provide hands-on activities for visitors of all ages!
Experiences
Event Programming
