US National Monument: Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park - South Carolina (1948)

Located off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park is the site of two historic forts that are reminders of the American Civil War.

The site was established in 1948 and is open year-round for visitors.

At the park, visitors can take a ferry ride to Fort Sumter, tour the museum and explore the grounds of Fort Moultrie.

The Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center is a great place to get acquainted with the history of the forts, as it features a museum, film and a bookstore.

During the summer months, the park offers a variety of programming including ranger-led tours of the forts, evening events and living history activities.

In April 1861, Fort Sumter was the site of the first shots of the American Civil War.

Fort Moultrie was the site of a Revolutionary War battle in 1776 and also played an important role in the Civil War.

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