FORT WARD MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE

ALEXANDRIA, VA

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Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site is a Civil War-era fortification located in Alexandria, Virginia. Built in 1861, it was one of the largest forts constructed to defend Washington, D.C., during the Civil War. Today, the fort has been restored and is open to the public as a museum and historic site.

Visitors to Fort Ward can explore the fort's interior, including the barracks, powder magazine, and officer's quarters. Exhibits throughout the site showcase the role of the fort in the Civil War and highlight the experiences of soldiers and civilians during the conflict.

In addition to the museum exhibits, Fort Ward hosts a variety of programs and events throughout the year, including living history demonstrations, lectures, and special exhibits. The site also features a gift shop with a range of Civil War-related items for sale.

Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site is a popular destination for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning more about the Civil War and the role of Alexandria in the conflict. With its well-preserved fortifications and engaging exhibits, the site offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal period in American history.

FORT WARD MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ALEXANDRIA VA. US MID #8405100137

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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FORT WARD MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE
4301 WEST BRADDOCK ROAD
ALEXANDRIA
VA
22304-1008

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FORT WARD MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE Information

MID # 8405100137
Name FORT WARD MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE
Alternate Name FORT WARD MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITE
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.830245, -77.152453
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 510
US Census Tract: 200201
US Census Block: 1005