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Upcoming Events

Fort Mifflin

Sleep with the Ghosts

Philadelphia, PA EDT
Spend the night if you dare! Actual sleep is optional during this overnight paranormal investigation. Join the team from PARA X Radio and explore the buildings, myths & legends behind the fort's permanent residents! Light re… read more

Siege Weekend 2024

Philadelphia, PA EDT
Fort Mifflin’s Flagship Event! Commemorate the 246th anniversary of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution with us! Meet Revolutionary War soldiers and civilians, enjoy musket and cannon demonstrations and livin… read more

Black POWDER Friday

Philadelphia, PA EDT
Skip the mall and have a BLAST at Fort Mifflin! Black powder demonstrations with our muskets and cannons all day long. PLUS enjoy learning about the science and manufacture of black powder and discover what needs to happen t… read more
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Past Events

Open Investigation Evening

Open Investigation Evening

Philadelphia, PA
Usher in the haunting season with a paranormal investigation in one of the most haunted locations in the country! Bring your own equipment or just your cell phone flashlight & learn tips and investigation techniques from our friends from Forks of the Delaware, who will be on hand to assist newcomer…
Sat, Oct 5 2024 6:00 PM Sun, Oct 6 2024 12:00 AM

Pirate Day

Pirate Day

Philadelphia, PA
There be pirates on Mud Island! Learn the early history of the Fort, and why the British chose to build a fortification on such a muddy piece of land. Merriment and mischief, hands on activities, scavenger hunt, tours and weapons demonstrations PLUS will there be a pirate attack?!? Who will defend …
Saturday, August 24 2024 10:00 AM 4:00 PM

Mud Island Speakeasy 2024 - Canceled due to conditions in the historic Casemates

Mud Island Speakeasy 2024 - Canceled due to conditions in the historic Casemates

Philadelphia, PA
** Due to conditions in the historic Casemates this event has been canceled for 2024 ** Ticketholders will receive a refund and an email explaining the this most unfortunate decision. The music! The magic! The drama! Mud Island Speakeasy returns on April 27, 2024 for an evening of unforgettable ro…
Saturday, April 27 2024 7:00 PM 11:00 PM

Open Investigation Evening

Open Investigation Evening

Philadelphia, PA
Catch a beautiful sunset and then enjoy the darkness! Join us for Open Investigation Evening and meet our permanent residents, up close and personal. Bring your own equipment or just your cell phone flashlight & learn tips and investigation techniques from our friends from our friends Paranormal Pe…
Sat, Jun 8 2024 7:00 PM Sun, Jun 9 2024 12:00 AM

The 4th at the Fort

The 4th at the Fort

Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate American Independence at an intact Revolutionary War battlefield! Learn the story of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution during guided tours, enjoy musket and cannon demonstrations, Revolutionary War Soldier Life program plus hands-on living history activities and Patriots…
Thursday, July 4 2024 10:00 AM 4:00 PM

Airplane Day

Airplane Day

Philadelphia, PA
Come out and discover  “Why did they build the fort so close to the airport?” This high-flying event includes guided tours, special photo “sweet spots” for the best angles to photograph incoming aircraft and so much more. Meet expert planespotters, listen to the pilots talk to the control tower, en…
Saturday, May 11 2024 10:00 AM 4:00 PM

Open Investigation Evening

Open Investigation Evening

Philadelphia, PA
Usher in the haunting season with a paranormal investigation in one of the most haunted locations in the country! Bring your own equipment or just your cell phone flashlight & learn tips and investigation techniques from our friends from Doorways to the Past, who will be on hand to assist newcomers…
Sat, Aug 10 2024 7:00 PM Sun, Aug 11 2024 12:00 AM

Civil War Saturday

Civil War Saturday

Philadelphia, PA
Explore Fort Mifflin's years as a federal prison as the Mifflin Guard becomes our Garrison for the day! Watch the soldiers drill and prepare their camp meals over an open fire. “Enlist” and learn to drill with wooden muskets, enjoy Civil War Soldier Life and Medicine programs. Discover the untold s…
Saturday, August 17 2024 10:00 AM 4:00 PM

World War II: Explore the Eastern Front

World War II: Explore the Eastern Front

Philadelphia, PA
Experience WWII history along the Eastern Front. Unique living history displays and activities, uniform and weapons demonstrations. Special guided tour of the Eastern Front focusing on political climate and home front experiences. This event is dedicated to the history of the region from 1939 to 19…
Sat, May 4 2024 10:00 AM Sun, May 5 2024 3:00 PM

Private Yankee Doodle Weekend

Private Yankee Doodle Weekend

Philadelphia, PA
The American Revolution comes to life at the gateway to Independence Week! Private Joseph Plumb Martin served at Fort Mifflin during the 1777 siege and later wrote about his experience in a memoir published under the title Private Yankee Doodle. Explore daily life in the garrison with the 4th CT Re…
Sat, Jun 29 2024 10:00 AM Sun, Jun 30 2024 3:00 PM

Mailing Address

Fort Mifflin and Hog Island Roads Philadelphia, PA 19153
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