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Wed, Jul 16
|Fort Phoenix
Evening at the Fort with the Fairhaven Village Militia
Step back in time for an Evening at the Fort with the Fairhaven Village Militia! Explore historic Fort Phoenix by twilight, hear fascinating stories from costumed reenactors, tour the underground powder magazine, and witness an awe-inspiring cannon firing at 6:30 PM!
TIME & LOCATION
Jul 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fort Phoenix, Green St, Fairhaven, MA 02719, USA
ABOUT THE EVENT
Experience history under the evening sky at Evening at the Fort, hosted by the Fairhaven Village Militia at historic Fort Phoenix. In full period dress, reenactors will guide you through the fort’s storied past, from the Revolutionary War to the present. Learn about the muskets, cannons, and battles that shaped our nation, and step inside the underground powder magazine—a rare opportunity to see this hidden piece of history!
Don’t miss the highlight of the night: a powerful cannon firing at 6:30 PM!
This free, family-friendly event is open to all. The site is disabled accessible, except for the powder magazine.
For more information, visit the Fairhaven Village Militia's Facebook, or the Fairhaven Village Militia Website.