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Ft Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation, a site on the National Register of Historic PlacesAbout this Event
Immerse yourself in the fascinating Civil War history of Hilton Head Island with a visit to Fort Mitchel. The site contains the remains of a coastal defense battery erected in 1862 to protect the Port Royal Sound by way of Skull Creek from incursions by Confederate gunboats based in the Savannah River. Costumed characters and an expert tour guide will demonstrate the vital historic importance of this place and the role the fort and its namesake, General Mitchel, played in shaping Hilton Head history, including historic Mitchelville.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Fort Mitchel, 65 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island, United States
Tickets
USD 12.16
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