Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park

Remains of Revolutionary War fort that was the site of 1781 British massacre of American troops. View of shoreline and the surrounding area from 135-foot monument, historic displays, picnic area.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free.
Hours
Park: year-round. Museum and monument: Memorial Day-Labor Day, Wed.-Sun. 10-5.
Address
Monument St. & Park Ave. I-95 Ex. 87
Phone
(860) 449-6877
Website
www.dep.state.ct.us/stateparks/parks/fort_g
Map
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