Battery 519 Museum Hours

Access to many of Fort Miles Museum’s exhibits is free, including the Civil Air Patrol, the USS Arizona Relic, Stories of the 261st Coast Artillery, Civilian Service, the 21st Mine Planters and the artwork in the Battery 519 Gallery.

2024 Hours

  • Jan. 1 to June 15: Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • June 16 to Aug. 31: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sept. 1 to Nov. 2: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    • (Closed Oct. 23 to Oct. 29)
  • Nov. 3 to Dec. 31: Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • ****Open Sundays May 19 to Sept.29, 10 a.m. to 2:30p.m.****
  • **Opening Monday, July 1. Tours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. No reservations needed.**

Battery 519 Museum Tours

Discover how Fort Miles prepared for the many threats of World War II. Join your guide to explore Battery 519 and learn how to aim and fire the massive 12-inch gun in this WWII bunker.

Tours are one hour, recommended for ages 7 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $6 per person, veterans and active-duty military are free.

*Sunday tours are 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations are never needed for Sunday programs.*