Second Sunday Bluegrass Jam
Regular event on the 2nd Sunday afternoon of each month ...
Now Open for Exploring!
So happy to announce that the Fort Mitchell Historic Site is now open for our regular schedule.
We are open on Fridays from 11 to 5, Saturdays from 10 to 5, and Sundays from 12 to 5. These are Eastern time. There is a new pioneer garden started by a wonderful group of master gardeners! Come and visit this very important historic spot and learn the role it played in Alabama settlement and Statehood. Also, the rich history of the Creek Indian Nation is all around us here.
See you soon!
Events Calendar
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October 2021
Fall Festival at The Fort
There is a fee of $5.00 per person, children 10 and under ...
November 2021
Second Sunday Bluegrass Jam
Regular event on the 2nd Sunday afternoon of each month ...
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General Information
Fort Mitchell Historic Site
National Historic Landmark
Located 8 miles south of Phenix City, Alabama. Take US Highway 431 South to Highway 165 South 5 miles. The Fort is adjacent to the National Cemetery.
The Visitors Center
Upon entrance to Fort Mitchell, check in at the Visitors Center. The Visitors Center houses the museum, theater, and a "walk through time" where lifelike displays depict historical scenes and events of this area and time period. There are artifacts including arrowheads, tools, guns, pottery, and household items. In the theater a film presentation is shown describing events and history that actually happened in the periods between 1813 and 1860.
The Carriage House
There are 23 vehicles in the park. Most are located in the Carriage House which contains an assortment of carriages, carts, wagons, and surreys.
Become Member Of Historical Fort Mitchell
Dear Friends of Fort Mitchell,
We’re offering a membership to folks who would like to be a part of our program and support the historic site. For an annual fee you would have free access to the park on our days of operation, discounts in the gift shop, discounts on the rental of the Tavern, use of the picnic pavilion, and a quarterly newsletter with the latest news and activities at the park.
If you would like to find out more, please contact me through one of the following methods:
This website – visitfortmitchell.org
Facebook page – Historical Fort Mitchell
Email – fiddellstixs@gmail.com
Phone – 706-577-3327 or 334-855-1406
You can always stop by the Visitor Center and Museum. We would be happy to show you around.
Nearby Attractions
- Chattahoochee Indian Heritage Center - Fort Mitchell, AL
- National Veterans Cemetery - Fort Mitchell, AL
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- Columbus Museum - Columbus, GA
- Eufaula Tour of Historic Homes - Eufaula, AL
- Westville 1850's Village - Westville, GA
- Port Columbus Naval Museum - Columbus, GA