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Fort Gaines is a historic site that guarded Mobile Bay during the Civil War and the Battle of Mobile Bay. Learn about its history, cannons, museum, and tours at the eastern tip of Dauphin Island.
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December 12, 1976. Fort Gaines is a historic fort on Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States. It was named for Edmund Pendleton Gaines. Established in 1821, it is best known for its role in the Battle of Mobile Bay during the American Civil War .
Fort Gaines is a well-preserved fort that guarded Mobile Bay for over 150 years. Learn about its history, tours, admission, and how to support its preservation.
Fort Gaines is a pre-Civil War brick fortification built within feet of the Gulf. The fort has original cannons, a blacksmith shop, kitchens, a museum, gift shop, and tunnels. Guided tours are done in period uniform which will bring history to life including cannon firing demonstration and blacksmithing.
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Fort Gaines is a well-preserved 19th century shoreline fortification that defended Mobile Bay during the Civil War. It features cannons, a museum, guided tours and a nearby beach on Dauphin Island.
Fort Gaines. 540 reviews. #1 of 13 things to do in Dauphin Island. Historic Sites. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. A restored fort that dates back to the colonial era.
Visit the well-preserved fort that guarded Mobile Bay for over 150 years and witnessed the Battle of Mobile Bay in the Civil War. Enjoy panoramic views of the bay and the Gulf of Mexico from the fort's ramparts.