Event — Nov 21

Annual Christmas at the Fort

Nov
21

Experience the 1861 Christmas with the Confederate garrison. A living history weekend for the whole family. A letter home from James M. Williams with the 21st Alabama Infantry Volunteers stationed at Fort Gaines in 1861 provided the blueprint for this event. Come visit with “Papa Noel”, watch cooking demonstrations, candle dipping, blacksmith demonstrations and much more. Children will have the chance to make seashell Christmas ornaments.

Event Details

Dates, Location & Info

Date
Nov 21
Admission
Admission charged
Address
Eastern Tip on Dauphin Island
Phone
251-861-6992
Website
dauphinisland.org
While You're in Dauphin Island

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11–12
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Jun
26–28
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Jul
18
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Oct
8–11
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9
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16
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