Outfitting the Men of Fort Ward
Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site 4301 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria, Virginia 2230
Museum interpreters in Union uniform will present on-going talks about the clothing, military accessories and equipment typical of the Federal units who were stationed at Fort Ward throughout the Civil War. Hands-on reproduction items, intricately detailed model soldiers, and original objects on exhibit will be featured.
Fort Ward is the best preserved of the Union forts that comprised the Civil War Defenses of Washington. The Museum offers exhibits, programs and special events throughout the year. Fort Ward is located at 4301 West Braddock Road in the west end of the City of Alexandria.
