Park Events

 

Living historians fire rifles during a historic weapons demonstration at Fort Moultrie for the anniversary of the first shot of the Civil War.

NPS Photo/ S. Elcock

First Shot of the Civil War Commemoration Event

April 11, 2026

This event will be a fee-free day. Regular site fees resume on Sunday, April 12. Living historians in period clothing will portray soldiers and civilians to help provide visitors the opportunity to learn about the Civil War. All events will take place at Fort Moultrie on Sullivan's Island.

Saturday April 11, 2026

Historic Weapons Demonstrations

Join living historians for a historic weapons demonstration.

Presentations by Park Rangers and Living Historians

Join a park ranger or living historian to learn more about first shots of the Civil War and the role Fort Moultrie and Fort Sumter played.

History Row

Walk up ranger and historical stations provide hands-on activities for visitors of all ages!

Please check back for a full schedule update soon!

 

National Park Week: April 2026

National Park Week is an annual presidentially proclaimed celebration to encourage people to discover places, programs, experiences, and stories of the NPS. The first National Park Week occurred in 1991 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NPS. The next National Park Week was held in 1994 and it has been an annual event ever since.

Park Week schedule: Please check back soon for a schedule of events!

 

A breeze blows a blue flag with a white crescent in the upper lefthand corner with blue skies in the background and a palmetto tree in the foreground.

Carodel Photography/ B. Marcum

Carolina Day 250: June 27-28, 2026

This event is fee-free. No site fees will apply during this event.

Events run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.

Historic Weapons Demonstrations

Join living historians for a historic weapons demonstration.

Presentations by Park Rangers and Living Historians

Join a park ranger or living historian to learn more about the Battle of Sullivan's Island.

History Row
Walk up ranger and historical stations provide hands-on activities for visitors of all ages!

Please check back for an updated schedule soon!

 

A park ranger speaks with a group during an off-site program

NPS photo

Park Talks

Park rangers will present talks on a variety of topics. These talks will take place at the Wando Library in Mt. Pleasant, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd.

Library talk schedule:

February 21st at 11:00 a.m. The Rise of William Moultrie

As we draw closer to the 250th anniversary of American independence, come learn about the definitive actions of Colonel William Moultrie and his valiant efforts to save Charleston from British occupation in the early years of the American Revolution.

March 7 at 11:00 a.m. The Siege of Charleston 1780

Join us for an informative talk on the 1780 Siege of Charleston, a decisive British victory that resulted in the largest American surrender of the Revolutionary War. Learn how this event gave the British control over the South's most vital port and altered the course of the war in the southern colonies.

Additional talks will take place over the course of year, please check back for additional talks added to the schedule.

 

National Public Lands Day: September 2026

National Public Lands Day is organized annually and led by the National Environmental Education Foundation, in partnership with the National Park Service and other federal agencies. Hundreds of thousands of volunteers roll up their sleeves to help restore and preserve public lands of all types and sizes—from iconic national parks and rivers to local urban green spaces and everything in between. National Public Lands Day is special because it provides all lovers of the environment—old and new—an opportunity to show our appreciation for these unique places

We will be taking on a volunteer project that will help beautify and preserve the fort and its grounds (details TBD). For more information about the event and to register your interest to participate, please email us!

Please check back soon for event date and details!

 

A group of World War II living historians stand with a table full of World War II period items

NPS Photo/R. Claussen

World War II Living History Event: Fall 2026

The park hosts a World War II living history event annually. Living historians in period accurate clothing present information about Fort Moultrie during World War II.

Please check back soon for an updated schedule of events!