Memorial Day Weekend at Old Fort Jackson

About the Event

Join us at Old Fort Jackson for Memorial Day Weekend Enhanced Programming.

Schedule: (Memorial Day)

9:30 - Stations - Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators will portray Soldiers of the Four American Armies that served on the ground where Old Fort Jackson stands while offering exciting history presentations! Learn about the stories and skills of soldiers during the American Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, including musket firings.

11:00 - 12 Pounder Cannon Firing.
11:30 - Remember soldiers who gave their lives in battle and witness the firing of our mighty 24 and 32 Pounder Cannon, while the American Flag is raised from half mast to full mast at Noon.
1:00 - Revolutionary War Era Infantry Presentation on the Parade.
1:30 - Riverboat Salute with 6 Pounder Cannon.
2:00 - Get an overview of the American Revolutionary War in Savannah and beyond. Relieve the Battle of Cowpens.
2:30 - 24 Pounder Cannon Firing.
4:00 - Fort closed.

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