COLONIAL DORCHESTER STATE HISTORIC SITE 843.873.1740 southcarolinaparks.com/colonial- dorchester Settled in 1696 on a high bluff of the Ashley River. Visit the ruins of Fort Dorchester, old St. George’s Church, and interesting archaeological excavations & more! FORT MOULTRIE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK 843.883.3123 nps.gov/fosu The National Park Service explains and preserves the evolution of seacoast defense from one of the first decisive victories in the American Revolution through World War II.
FORT SUMTER NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK 843.883.3123 nps.gov/fosu Situated on an island at the entrance to Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter is where the American Civil War started on April 12, 1861. The fort is accessible only by boat. FORT SUMTER VISITOR EDUCATION CENTER AT LIBERTY SQUARE
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This National Park Service site is the primary departure point for visitors to Fort Sumter. Exhibits provide an overview of events leading up to the Civil War. Free admission.
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