old fort madison

old fort madison印象

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  GoodKidReviews

  This is hands down the most interesting attraction in Ft Madison. They had everything that would be in an 19th century fort. It was chilly the day I went but the experience was worth it.

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  Mumsie0265

  Attended an historical event put on by the group there. Attention to historical details very impressive. Needs more community support.

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  59emilyp

  I thought it was cute, but it was not open and did not have seasonal hours posted. Although hours posted were posted and it was not open. I would go back to visit when its open!

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  CDM49

  Although this is only a replica, this fort sets on the bank of the Mississippi River and has a full view of the river. Typical of the period it is worth the time to see how the military protected the settlers. Also how they lived.

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  557craiga

  Wonderful explanations from knowledgeable staff who play the role of soldiers in the fort made this visit great for our entire family. Highlights included seeing the old medical tools and hearing the gruesome ways that they were used, and seeing a demonstration of the use of a period firearm. Further, the rate was very reasonable.

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  LoriG619

  The fort is a reconstruction of the one that was nearby along the Mississippi River. It is well done with plenty of buildings to explore. In some of them there are people in period dress who explain what life was like at the time (early 1800's). I would like to have seen more of such people, but still, it was worth the stop.

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  naplespro

  Hard to imagine the forts we have in Iowa...from the mighty Mississippi to the unique one built to protect one Indian tribe from another in Fort Atkins...if you are a history nut, a must to see.

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  MaryVin

  We went here with our 6 year old and 1 year old, expected it to be really informative but it was boring..The lady at the front desk talked and talked and talked, it took FOREVER to get through the gift shop due to her.. When we finally got through we went to the first room & the boy "acting" in that room was obviously not wanting to be there- everyone seemed to have that attitude except the man in the fur/trading room! He was awesome. He shot his musket for us & that was really neat..Besides the musket shooter, it was a complete waste of time.Honestly, unless you are a HUGE history buff & could teach them a thing or two, you probably wouldn't enjoy this.

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  BeadDog

  Authentic building materials, hand-hewn lumber and well placed on the Mississippi River. They even fly the correct U.S. flag over it.

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  tmppilotcar

  Could only see it from the outside it was always closed. but the river walk and park that surround it is beautiful. and there is an old river boat docked there that was a casino at one time (it is also closed)