FORT MORGAN

FAIRHOPE, AL

FORT MORGAN is a historical fortification located in Fairhope, Alabama, at the tip of Mobile Point in Mobile Bay. It was built by the United States Army Corps of Engineers in 1819 as a defense against potential British attacks during the War of 1812. The fort is named after Revolutionary War hero General Daniel Morgan.

The fort is made up of brick walls and earthworks, and is surrounded by a moat. In 1821, the fort was the site of the signing of the Treaty of Fort Moultrie, which ceded the lands on which the fort was built to the United States.

Today, the fort is a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the grounds and view the reconstructed bastions and interior of the fort. There are also several cannons on display, as well as a museum with exhibits about the fort's history.

Fort Morgan is part of the Gulf Coast Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also a popular spot for birdwatching, and is home to numerous species of birds, such as bald eagles and ospreys.

The fort is open to the public year-round, and offers guided tours and educational programs. It is a great spot to learn about the history of the area and the importance of Fort Morgan in the War of 1812.

FORT MORGAN is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FAIRHOPE AL. US MID #8400100456

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 MORGAN FOUNDATION INC
35 SOUTH SECTION STREET
FAIRHOPE
AL
36542-8095

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