Old Fort Western National Historic Landmark Waterville Maine

Old Fort Western

Old Fort Western,Augusta ME attraction

16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME • Ph: 207-626-2385

Old Fort Western, a National Historic Landmark, was built in 1754. This is America’s oldest surviving wooden fort. Located at the head of navigation on the Kennebec River, Fort Western served as a fortified storehouse during the Seven Years War and hosted Benedict Arnold’s army as it marched against Quebec in 1775. The Fort’s Captain, James Howard, operated a store at the Fort during and after the American Revolution. His sons and their families occupied the old barracks through the early 19th century.

Category: Historic Site, Museum

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