Fort Massachusetts hosting candlelight tour

Darkest Before the Light: Fort Massachusetts Candlelight Tours on Friday, Oct. 25.

Fort Massachusetts is hosting a candlelight program on October 25th.

Witness the breathtaking natural darkness of Mississippi’s most visited barrier island while encountering scenes from the fort’s storied, and often dark past. Rangers will detail the struggle, perseverance, triumph, and loss of the soldiers, prisoners, and freedom seekers who occupied the island and fort over the course of the American Civil War.

During the candlelight tour, the Ship Island ferry leaves Gulfport at 5 PM and returns at 10 PM.

Historic demonstrators in Civil War clothing will recreate scenes from the fort’s past.

Tickets must be purchased in advance online or at Ship Island’s main building.

The link to buy tickets can be found HERE.

Need to know:

Visitors will depart Gulfport for a one-hour ride to the island. Upon arrival, visitors will be split into groups with an assigned time to start a guided tour. Visitors will have a specific area to wait for their time. Restrooms are available onsite.

Flashlights and phones are prohibited during the tour of the fort. Everyone will depart the island at the same time from the same locations. Instructions will also be provided on the ferry.

Visitors are encouraged to bring light snacks, blankets, jackets, and lights. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase on the ferry.