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fort, Union Major General David Hunter, an ardent abolitionist, ordered the release of area slaves. Many were recruited into the Union army comprising the First South Carolina Colored Regiment. The park includes scenic marsh and uplands that support a variety of animal life
characteristic of southern barrier islands. White-tailed deer, alligators, and raccoons as well as resident and migratory birds grace the landscape. Spanish moss drapes from yaupon holly bushes and vegetation includes cabbage palms, various wetland grasses, and a variety of temperate
hardwood and pine trees. CONTACTS Email - FOPU_Administration@nps.gov Fax- 912-786-6023 Write to P.O. Box 30757 Savannah, GA 31410-0757 Phone Visitor Information
- (912) 786-5787
TRAVEL BASICS
Operating Hours, Seasons Fort 8:30AM-5:15PM * Visitor Center 9:00AM-5:00PM The park is open every day except Christmas Day. Extended summer hrs. Getting There PLANE - Savannah International
Airport CAR - Follow U.S. HWY 80 East toward Tybee Island, Georgia. The entrance is located about fifteen miles east of Savannah, Georgia. Weather & Climate Hot and humid in summer, mild to chilly and breezy in winter. Rainy periods throughout the year. Wear
comfortable sportswear. Walking shoes and insect repellant are recommended. Accessibility Facilities: Visitor Center parking, restrooms, and exhibits are wheelchair accessible. Fort lower level, and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Picnic area parking, restrooms,
and tables are wheelchair accessible. Interpretive Services: Written audio station transcripts available in English and Braille. Fort audio cassettes and tape players loaned upon request. Captioned orientation film. Brochures available in English, German, Polish, Japanese, French,
and Spanish. FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee NON COMMERCIAL PER INDIVIDUAL $2.00 for One Time
NON-COMMERCIAL INDIVIDUAL $2.00 for One Time
Local Passport FORT PULASKI NATIONAL MONUMENT PASS $10.00
for Annual
FACILITIES
Museums VISITOR CENTER Open All Year 9:00AM to 5:00PM Phone - (912) 786-5787
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