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Civil War Defenses of WashingtonFort Dupont Park grounds and amphitheatre.
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Civil War Defenses of Washington
Operating Hours & Seasons
The National Park Service Civil War Defenses of Washington sites are open every day except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25. The hours of operation are from dawn to dusk. Please contact each park for more information.
Rodman cannon at Fort Foote  

Did You Know?
The 15-inch Rodman cannon at Fort Foote in Prince George's County, Maryland, weighs about 50,000 lbs (25 tons).

Last Updated: May 02, 2007 at 11:06 EST