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Fort Atkinson SHP Candlelight Tour is Nov. 4

Step back in time and enjoy the Fort Atkinson Candlelight Tour on Nov. 4 at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park.

Learn about the fort’s involvement in the 1823 Arikara War, in which the soldiers protected a fur trading company that was attacked along the Missouri River in present-day South Dakota.

A guide will lead visitors on a 90-minute walking tour from room to room in the fort, where reenactors will portray events that would have taken place. By only communicating with the guide, visitors will try to learn what happened to the soldiers.

In addition, reenactors will discuss a play “The Wags of Windsor,” which the soldiers performed at the fort.

Reservations for this event, from 6-9 p.m., are required and can be made by calling 402-630-0316 from 5-9 p.m. Non-refundable payments must be received within seven days to confirm reservations.

Proceeds will help support the Living History Program at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park. The cost is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $15 for ages 12 and under.

Flash photography, flashlights and pets are not allowed.

Fort Atkinson SHP is located seven blocks east of U.S. Highway 75 near Fort Calhoun. Its grounds feature the site of Fort Atkinson, which was the first U.S. military post established west of the Missouri River. A valid state park entry permit is required for each vehicle.


About Shawna Richter-Ryerson

Shawna Richter-Ryerson is an assistant division administrator for communications at the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. She can be contacted at shawna.richter-ryerson@nebraska.gov or 402-471-5565.

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