historic: Fort Stanwix National Monument

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http://www.nps.gov/fost

Discover the Carry...
Discover how people endured harsh conditions along the Oneida Carrying Place. Learn how the American victory at this frontier fort directly contributed to the British defeat at Saratoga in 1777; setting the stage for westward expansion through New York. Follow in the paths of the people who made history in the Mohawk Valley during the American Revolutionary War.

Designations
National Monument - August 21, 1935
National Historic Landmark - 1966
Revolutionary War Heritage Trail - February 26, 2002


Operating Hours
Fort Stanwix National Monument is open daily 9am to 5pm, year round (except for January 1, Thanksgiving Day, and December 25).


Location and Contact Info
100 S James Street
Rome, NY 13440
Phone (315) 338-7730
Lat / Long: 43.2119600000 / -75.4548000000

[nvr2low]

i grew up not far from here, its a cool fort to check out if you are in the area. we used to have field trips there all the time in elementary school. its too bad its right in the middle of the city though, it would be alot cooler out in the sticks imo.