Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ear (1739-1748) and how its British defenders fought off the Spanish Army. Today, archeology has uncovered the story of the 1,000 people that once lived here.
Photo: NPS photo
Fort Frederica National Monument
War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida.
- LocationSt. Simons Island, GA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now87°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Archeology
- Colonial/European Contact Conflicts
- Colonization and Settlement
- Wars and Conflicts
Things to Do
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Facilities & Services
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Other Visitor Services
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Fort Frederica Visitor Center
Facility
Start your tour of Ft. Frederica National Monument in the visitor center. Pick up orientation information at the desk, get your passport stamped, view the park film in…
Fort Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Island, GA (912) 638-3639 Directions
Details
Start your tour of Ft. Frederica National Monument in the visitor center. Pick up orientation information at the desk, get your passport stamped, view the park film in the theater, look at the museum exhibits, try on colonial clothes, play colonial games, inquire about junior ranger programs, and shop in the Fort Frederica Association bookstore. Newly remodeled restrooms are located across the breezeway, and down the hallway, from the entrance to the visitor center
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Fort Frederica National Monument Grounds
Hours by area (3)
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Fort Frederica National Monument GroundsDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Park & Grounds Closed: Thanksgiving Christmas Day New Year's Day
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM -
Bloody Marsh SiteDaily, 8:30AM - 4:00PM
Bloody Marsh is roughly where the site of the last battle of the Spanish invasion of Georgia took place on July 7th. Though casualties were relatively light, it would rob the Spanish of their enthusiasm and lead to their abandonment of their campaign. Located 7 miles south from the front gates of the town of Frederica, this relatively minor engagement ended the Spanish threat to the Georgia colonies.
Monday 8:30AM - 4:00PM Tuesday 8:30AM - 4:00PM Wednesday 8:30AM - 4:00PM Thursday 8:30AM - 4:00PM Friday 8:30AM - 4:00PM Saturday 8:30AM - 4:00PM Sunday 8:30AM - 4:00PM -
Visitor Center HoursToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The Visitor Center is closed Monday and Tuesday. The park grounds remain open for visitation.
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Weather
87°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 89°
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Today
87° 75°
Sunny36% rain -
Tomorrow
89° 74°
Overcast37% rain -
Saturday
89° 74°
Overcast21% rain
Updated 3 hr ago
What to expect by season
The site enjoys mild climate from fall through early summer, followed by hot, humid summers.
Contact the park
Photos
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100 year old grapevine at Frederica which still produces "Summer Grapes" — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Directions from Torras Causeway: at end of causeway, get in left lane. Follow left lane to traffic light.
Full directions
Go straight at light. Follow Sea Island Road to Frederica Road. Turn left at traffic light onto Frederica Road. Follow Frederica to roundabout. Take second exit of roundabout (still on Frederica). Go approximately 1 mile. Turn left onto park entrance road. Across from Wesley United Methodist Church. For detailed directions, clink the link below.
Mailing address: Fort Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
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