Mississippi Trivia

Ft. Massachusetts is a Pre-Civil War Fort located on West Ship Island. Fort Massachusetts was one of the last masonry coastal fortifications to be built in the U.S. Its beauty and craftsmanship remain as symbols of a strong, yet passive coastal defense.

Links to more information and interesting facts about Ft. Massachusetts and Ship Island:

• Gulf Islands National Seashore - Fort Massachusetts
• Ship Island Excursions