Fort at Number 4

Fort at Number 4 contains reconstructed buildings from the 1700s, including a blacksmith shop, stockade walls, and period-accurate living quarters along the Connecticut River.

Built in 1744 to protect English colonists from French and Native American attacks, the fort became a critical defense point during King George's War.

The museum presents demonstrations of colonial crafts, traditional cooking methods, and military training exercises that reflect 18th-century New England life.

Visitors can participate in guided tours from May through October, with special events featuring historical reenactments during summer weekends.

The fort witnessed the capture of Susanna Willard Johnson and her family in 1754, leading to her documented narrative of colonial-era captivity.

Location: New Hampshire

Website: http://fortat4.org

GPS coordinates: 43.25500,-72.43220

Latest update: May 27, 2025 04:50