Celebrate American independence with the sounds of cannon fire and immersion in America’s history while honoring the service men and women who have defended the United States through the growth of our nation.

On Saturday and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd,  we will fire artillery, host interpretive programs/discussions addressing the differences between officers and enlisted men, lead Fort tours, and play historic games. Join Ranger Jessica for a nature walk on Saturday and Tuesday. The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site, Inc. will be serving free ice cream at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

On Tuesday July 4th, black powder programs will continue with artillery demonstrations and a special program/discussion on the meanings of the Declaration of Independence.

SATURDAY, JULY 1
9 a.m. – Tallgrass Prairie Walk
10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort 
11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration
11:30  a.m. – Homemade Ice Cream (Friends of Fort Scott NHS, Inc.)
Noon – Historic Games
1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort
2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration
3 p.m. – Rank has Privileges: Interpretive Discussion

SUNDAY, JULY 2
10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort 
11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration
Noon – Historic Games
1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort
2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration
3 p.m. – Rank has Privileges: Interpretive Discussion

TUESDAY, JULY 4
10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort 
11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration
Noon – Tallgrass Prairie Walk
1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort
2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration
3 p.m. – We Hold These Truths: Meanings of the Declaration of Independence Discussion
4 p.m. – Flag Retreat

Park grounds are open daily from a half hour before sunrise until a half hour after sunset. To find out more or become involved in activities at the Fort, please contact the park at 620-223-0310 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/fosc. 

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