FORT WARD MUSEUM

ALEXANDRIA, VA

Fort Ward Museum is a historic site located in Alexandria, Virginia. The museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Civil War and the role of the Union army in the Washington D.C. area. Fort Ward was built in 1861 as part of the Union’s defense of the capital city and served as a key component in the defense system known as the Fort Circle.

Today, visitors to Fort Ward Museum can explore the historic fortifications and learn about the soldiers who lived and fought there. The museum houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the Civil War and the Union army’s occupation of Alexandria. Exhibits cover a range of topics, including the daily life of soldiers, the role of African American soldiers in the war, and the experiences of civilians during the conflict.

In addition to its indoor exhibits, Fort Ward Museum hosts a variety of special events and programs throughout the year, including living history demonstrations, lectures, and workshops. The museum also offers guided tours of the fort and its surrounding area, highlighting the strategic importance of Fort Ward in the Union’s defense of Washington D.C. Overall, Fort Ward Museum provides visitors with a unique opportunity to learn about the Civil War and the history of Northern Virginia.

FORT WARD MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ALEXANDRIA VA. US MID #8405100687

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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Contact FORT WARD MUSEUM

• telephone: 7038384848
• website: http://www.alexandriasingers.com

FORT WARD MUSEUM AND HISTORIC SITE (OHA)
4301 W BRADDOCK RD
ALEXANDRIA
VA
22304-1007

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