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 a City of Charleston parking garage (fees apply) at 24 Calhoun Street, just steps away from the entrance to Liberty Square. There is no fee for entrance into the visitor center. Boats also depart from Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Boulevard, Mount Pleasant. There is a fee for riding the concession-operated ferry.
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
November 11, 2024, is a fee-free day at Fort Moultrie! Celebrate Veterans Day by visiting a place where soldiers served from the American Revolution through World War II.
Pending availability, ranger programs will be scheduled for 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Meet the ranger at the Fort Moultrie Visitor Center.