Ever wanted to know how a Civil War artillery crew did their job? Now you can find our

Join us and learn what it takes to fire and service the site's 12-pdr bronze Napoleon cannon. Kid's will have a chance to practice, the period field artillery drill under the command of a costumed interpreter. This is a non-firing demonstration. You will have you change to use what you learn on our "water balloon simulator>"

This program is free to the public thanks to the support of the Friends of Fort Fisher, the Town of Kure Beach, the Town of Carolina Beach and New Hanover County.

This program is subject to change or cancellation due to staffing and adverse weather conditions.