We’re just a few days out from Nor Shall Your Glory Be Forgot: The 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Fort Fisher in Kure Beach this Saturday and Sunday. With more than 800 re-enactors currently slated to participate in the battle scenario at Shepherd’s Battery and a whole host of other activities planned throughout weekend, the event promises fun for the entire family. Here are a few tips to ensure you have the best experience possible:
- Keep in mind that parking is off-site at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Base, and that a free trolley will run from the parking to the site Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Share your photos, videos and impressions of the event using #FortFisher150
- Check out the schedule before you come. There’s so much more going on than just re-enactment. Kids’ activities, lectures, living history demonstrations and music performances promise fun for the entire family.
- Consider going on an above-the-scenes or lantern tour. Both will showcase Fort Fisher from a unique perspective. These tours, which have a limited number of participants, require a ticket. Tickets can be bought on-site the day of or in advance ahead by calling (910) 458-5538.
- An ATM (with associated fees) will be available on site. Gift shop purchases can also be made via major credit cards.
- Come early! We’re expecting big crowds.
- Relax and enjoy the event! It’s going to be a great time.
Check out the Friends of Fort Fisher website for more information on the program, and we hope to see you this weekend!