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Gulf Islands National Seashore

Guardian of the Sound: The Story of Ship Island and Fort Massachusetts

Description

Join us for a 45-minute walk through Fort Massachusetts located on Ship Island. Meet at the entrance to Fort Massachusetts. Ship Island is barrier island located in off the coast of Mississippi.

About the Park

Explore Gulf Islands National Seashore and discover its natural wonders, scenic landscapes, and outdoor adventures.

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Event & Park Photos

A brick building
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Fort Massachusetts sits on Ship Island overlooking the Gulf and Mississippi Sound.

Credit: NPS/Kiss

A brick building
A person in a fort
Aerial view of red building shaped like a D
Ferry in the Pensacola Bay
A white building and a fort
A fort with water on an island
White sand and green water
Green trees with water
Water
Wood boardwalk to a sound water.

Event Details

Regular EventTalk

Date & Time

Schedule: Weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturdays

From: Mar 30, 2025

To: Aug 31, 2025

Times:

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

01:15 PM - 02:00 PM

Duration: 45 minutes

Location

Meet inside Fort Massachusetts on Ship Island in Mississippi. Only accessible by boat.

Cost

Free

Registration

No Registration Required