Drawbridge

East Barracks Officer's Quarters

East Barracks, Missionary's Quarters

East Barracks, Officer's Family Quarters

East Barracks, The Suttler

Fort Bull - Fort Wood Creek

In 1755 two forts were built by the British to protect each end of the Oneida Carrying Place, a strategic land portage located between the Mohawk River and Wood Creek. Fort Bull (Wood Creek Fort) named after its commander Lt. William Bull was located on the western side of the portage and also served as a supply depot for the British garrison at Oswego.

Fort Main Gate

Fort Stanwix Flag Pole Bastion

Learn more about the famous flags that flew over the fort and the history behind them!

• A large log cabin style wall juts out from the main fort structure. It is about 20 feet high. Above it, you can see what appears to be a sailboat mast. On the mast pole it is a flag. On the edge of the wall pointed sticks are attached to prevent climbers from ascending them. They look like a wooden collar. Below the wall is a grassy, sloped ditch approximately 10 feet deep and 20 feet wide. A large wooden picket fence surrounds the exterior edge of the ditch.

Fort Stanwix Salleyport

• Today, this area is a seemingly open and unprotected portion of the fort. In historic times, a swamp and stream would've ran to your east and a building approximately 10 feet wide and 30 feet long would have stretched from the fort wall to where you stand.

Fort Stanwix: Recreated Historic Fort

At Fort Stanwix National Monument you can visit a reconstructed version of the historic fort. It was built with the original plans, on original grounds, and with original techniques. Room tour available via NPS App.

• The fort is a large wooden structure, that is built like a log cabin with an open roof. The walls form a 4 pointed star-like shape when viewed from above. When looking inside, one can see large wooden buildings with flat roofs attached to the wall interiors. Several smaller buildings stand unattached with pointed, wood-shingled roofs. They form a square leaving an empty gravel and grass filled space in the middle with a single wooden post and field cannon. There are glass windows in all of them. On the exterior, the large wooden walls fall sharply into a ditch. The ditch is filled with grass. Surrounding the ditch and the grass is a stockade style picket fence. When viewed from outside, the fort appears small and hidden by the fence and various dirt mounds that surround it. Once you enter the fence, the walls rise to a height of 20 feet.

Gansevoort Park

This local park is dedicated to the memory of the the commander of the fort. Found with in its boundaries are statues, markers, and other interesting historical tidbits.

• A small park with grass, large shade trees, and benches. At its center is a tall bronze statue of a Continental soldier in uniform holding a sword.

Historic Hearth Room

Lower Landing Place

The Lower Landing of the Mohawk River marks the eastern-most end of the Oneida Carry. An ancient trail used for trade and transportation, and at one point, protected by the historic Fort Stanwix/Schuyler.

• This is small patch of grass in a wooded area. There is a historic marker in the center area and a train rail line running just to the side.

North Casemate, Commandant's Quarters

North Casemate, Orderly Room

North Casemate, Surgeon's Day Room

Northeast Bastion

Northwest Bastion

Oneida Carrying Place Sculpture

Sitting at the center point of the Oneida Carrying Place this impressive art piece commemorates the story and significance of the location. The Oneida Carry was a portage between the Mohawk River and Wood Creek and the largest portage in the New York waterway system. It is within walking distance of Fort Stanwix National Monument.

Original Erie Canal & Bellamy Harbor Park

Bellamy Harbor Park in Rome, NY is situated next to the Mohawk River and Erie and Barge Canals. This park is filled with canal history as the first shovelfuls of earth that became the Erie Canal were dug in the vicinity. Today, it is the intersection of the modern Barge Canal and its largest feeder, the Mohawk River. Hike, walk, boat, fish, kayak, or just enjoy the sights!  

Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site

Considered to be a significant turning point in the War of Independence, the Battle of Oriskany, fought on August 6, 1777, has been described as one of the bloodiest battles of the war.

Rome Historical Society

The Rome Historical Society - Friends of the Fort sits next to the grounds of Fort Stanwix National Monument. This free museum has exhibits related to the historic fort, the Erie Canal, the history of Rome, NY, and more!

Soldiers' Quarters, Bleeker & DeWitt

Southeast Bastion & Bombproof

Southeast Casemate

Southwest Bombproof

Southwest Casemate, Artificers' Quarters

Steuben Memorial State Historic Site

The Steuben Memorial honors the "Drillmaster of the American Revolution," Baron von Steuben, whose valuable wartime services have been described as being second in importance only to those of George Washington.

The Ditch

Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers of the American Revolution

The Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier in Rome, NY was dedicated on July 4, 1976 in honor of the Nation's Bicentennial. The remains of 8 unknown soldiers are interred within it's grounds.

• A plot of land less than an acre big. It has a small obelisk, about 20 feet tall in the back of it surrounded by a rod iron picket fence. There are park benches. It is on the northeast corner of N James St and Liberty St. Fort Stanwix National Monument is visible to the southeast from the location. And a statute of fort commander Colonel Peter Gansevoort is visible directly across the street.

Veterans’ Park

West Barracks & Guard House

West Casemate

Historic Fort Gregg Barracks

• Historic Fort Gregg Barracks
• A recreation of the historic fort can be found on the grounds of the park. Throughout the year, it is accessible for guided and self-guided programs. During the winter months, it is accessible only on ranger-led programs, weather dependent.

Marinus Willett Visitor Center

• Marinus Willett Visitor Center
• Main visitor center for Fort Stanwix National Monument. See videos about the American Revolution in the Mohawk Valley and learn about the park's archeological collection. A bookstore can be found with souvenirs and books available for different ages. Restrooms are available for your convenience.

• Fort Film: "I Am So Wore Out with Fatigue"
• What was a typical day like for a Continental Soldier on the New York frontier after the Siege of 1777? Routine, work, and fear were common. As was doubt.  This 18 minute film tells the story of the garrison of Fort Schuyler from the perspective of a regular soldier.

• Exhibits, Artifacts, & Park Films
• There are several videos available at the park visitor center that detail the history of the American Revolution in the Mohawk Valley.

• A Forgotten Civil War: The Revolution in the Mohawk Valley
• Explore this exhibit and meet the people of the Mohawk Valley. Discover how the American Revolutionary War affected their lives. Who really won or lost? What did "victory" cost them? Was it worth it? You be the judge.

• Colonial Dress-Up Trunk
• You can dress up like a real colonial person during your visit to Fort Stanwix National Monument!

• Historic Fort Self-Guided Tour
• A self-guided room tour guide can be found inside the park brochure or provided by a ranger upon entry to the park.

• New York State Rev War Parks
• Throughout the Mohawk Valley and upper Hudson Valley, you can find numerous New York State Park sites related to the American Revolution and the Campaign of 1777. These are just a few. 

• Walk the Monuments
• In Rome, NY, home of Fort Stanwix National Monument, you can find lots of history. Most of it sits within walking distance of the park, along an ancient trail called the Oneida Carry. Explore these locations if you get the chance and learn about how they all tie into American history; including the Oneida Carry, Fort Stanwix, the American Revolution, the Erie Canal, and the City of Rome.

• Fort Stanwix B.A.R.K. Rangers!
• Did you know that dogs are welcome to visit Fort Stanwix National Monument with their special people? Learn the rules of B.A.R.K., participate in two activities below, and take the oath to become a Bark Ranger! You can also visit the ranger station inside the historic fort for a special B.A.R.K. Ranger stamp!

• Explore the Fort Garden
• Soldiers at the fort were encouraged to tend gardens, and we have a few examples of what they grew! Come and see how different some of your favorite fruits and vegetables were back in the 18th century, and learn about how different medicinal herbs were used. You may already have some herbs in your pantry!

• Kayak the Erie Canal
• Bellamy Harbor Park is a jewel of a spot in Rome, NY. Within the confines you can find history related to both Fort Stanwix National Monument and the Erie Canal. It sits at the intersection of the modern Barge Canal and its largest feeder, the Mohawk River. It is also part of the Erie Canal Water Trail.

• Hands - On History
• Have you ever wanted to become a time traveler? Visit the historic fort during the summer months and try one of the many historic activities that would have been happening there.

• Bike the Mohawk River or the Erie Canal
• The Erie Canal Trail stretches across New York State. In Rome, NY, you can tour the heart of it and see its largest feeder river, the Mohawk. This smaller section of trail offers scenic views of the land as it was before the modern era.

• Walk the Mohawk River or the Erie Canal
• Did you know that even urban parks have hiking trails? Explore the beautiful and historic Mohawk River and Erie Canal in this unique environment. Enjoy the quiet of nature where you never expected it; in the heart of the city!

• Picnic at the Park
• Fort Stanwix National Monument has a nice, big, grassy lawn and plenty of picnic tables to make your travels more convenient. Feel free to play and picnic on the park lawn during your visit!

• Junior Rangers at Fort Stanwix!
• How can YOU become a Fort Stanwix Junior Ranger? Who wants to go on a boring grown-up tour when you can do some fun, cool kid things while exploring a historic fort? If that person is you, then ask a park ranger how can YOU become a Fort Stanwix Junior Ranger today!

Fort Stanwix Room Tour

Explore the various rooms inside the recreated Fort Stanwix. Learn about the people who lived within and their stories.

Puzzle Discovery Adventure

Perfect for families exploring the fort with little ones or aspiring Junior Rangers! This special tour has questions and riddles to help them learn more about the history. Start your adventure in the fort by visiting each of the fort’s rooms and reading the information signs at each spot. These signs will provide answers to each of the quest questions. When you’ve answered each of the fort questions, your adventure takes you outside of the fort to other interesting places nearby.

The Making of a National Monument

This tour traces the planning and development of the park and how the reconstructed Fort Stanwix came into being.

The Siege of 1777

The siege of the fort began officially on August 3, 1777 when the British sent their first surrender demands to the fort, and would continue through the next 21 days. By the end of this crucial moment, the American forces at what was then Fort Schuyler set the stage for an even larger victory at Saratoga. They also became known as the garrison of the "Fort That Never Surrendered." Hear their stories in this special walking tour.