Old Fort Madison

Watch living history demonstrations and visit with costumed interpreters at this reconstructed military fort on the banks of the Mississippi. Built in 1808, the original structure was destroyed in 1813 when abandoned by U.S. military soldiers.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Fee
Hours
Open weekends in May and Sep.; 9:30-5 Wed.-Sun., Memorial Day-Aug.
Address
Riverview Park
Phone
319-372-6318
Website
www.oldfortmadison.com
Map
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