Fort Knox State Historic Site

One of the best-preserved military fortifications on the New England seacoast.

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Fort Knox State Historic Site Details

Fort Knox State Historic Site has a special place among historical sites being known as the first fort in Maine to be built of granite, it also happens to be Maine's biggest historic fort and is located next to the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory. The fort was never completed but is the best-preserved military fortifications on the New England seacoast and is open to visitors to explore and learn of its past importance during the Civil War and the Spanish American War. Facilities: Picnic Area, Parking, Restrooms

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