Old Fort Madison
Old Fort Madison

1808-1813

Welcome, History, Visitor's Info, Map
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Welcome to Old Fort Madison! Come, step back in time at historic Old Fort Madison, Iowa, the Midwest's oldest American military garrison on the upper Mississippi River.

Discover military life on the rugged frontier of the Louisiana Territory. Learn the exciting heritage of Iowa before it was a state and of its involvement in the War of 1812.

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The historic garrison was home to the 1st Regiment U.S. Infantry from 1808-1813. Wander through the reconstructed buildings to experience a day in the life of the soldiers and families who lived at the military outpost. Be greeted by authentically garbed historic interpreters performing the duties that were necessary to sustain life at an isolated fort. Daily duties range from baking bread to drilling with muskets or cannon. Visitors are encouraged to partake of the past with the hands-on experience of trying a fresh-baked morsel, dipping a candle, hefting a Springfield musket, or just interacting with interpreters.

Cooking at the Fort

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Old Fort History - Visitor's Info - Old Fort Map

Eastern Iowa Tourism Association

This project funded in part by the
Eastern Iowa Tourism Association

Southeast Iowa...where history lives on. 1-800-891-EITA

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