A major pre-Revolutionary port on North Carolina's Cape Fear River, Brunswick was razed by British troops in 1776 and never rebuilt. During the Civil War, Fort Anderson was constructed atop the old village site, and served as part of the Cape Fear River defenses below Wilmington before the fall of the Confederacy. Colonial foundations dot the present-day tour trail, which crosses the earthworks of the Confederate fort.
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From Port to Fort: The history of Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson
What's New/Upcoming
- Feb. 6: Look Toward the Earth: Archaeological Forum
Trinity Methodist Church, Southport
Monday 7-9 pm.
This forum will be conducted by regional authorities and will discuss the events immediately before, during, and after the fall of Fort Anderson. Featured speakers include John Mintz, Assistant State Archaeologist; Dr. Mark Wilde-Ramsing, Deputy State Archaeologist (Underwater) & QAR Director; Thomas E. Beaman, RPA; Dr. Chris E. Fonvielle, Jr.; Paul Shivers, PE. This event is free, and open to the public. - Feb. 18: Liberty! Property! No Stamp Duty!: The 246th Commemoration of the Stamp Act Crisis
Saturday, 6-8 pm.
Commemoration of the Stamp Act Resistance at Brunswick Town. Costumed interpreters will perform various vignettes from the Stamp Act Crisis of 1765-1766 by torchlight. - Feb. 18-19: The 147th Anniversary of the Surrender of Fort Anderson.
Saturday 10am - 4 pm.
Sunday TBD
Civil War Living History program with infantry and artillery demonstrations. In addition, Gene Oakley will display his working, scale models of actual steam engines used to propel various ships of the Civil War. Guided tours of Fort Anderson. Call for tour times & availability. Admission is free. Donations are welcomed and appreciated.
Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson Information
Contact Us
Brunswick Town
8884 St. Philip's Rd. SE
Winnabow, NC 28479
Phone: (910) 371-6613
Email: brunswick@ncdcr.gov
Hours of Operation
Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday.