The Fort

The replica fort was commissioned by Kentucky State Parks in 1973 and completed the summer of 1974. It opened August 30, 1974. Continual flooding at the original fort site meant the replica fort had to be built on higher ground. The original fort site is near the Kentucky River in the lower park and can be viewed by visitors year-round. 

Fort Hours
Fort open April – October, Wednesday – Sunday from 9:00 am – 4:45 pm, closed on Mondays & Tuesdays

Winter Hours
Closed November through March except for Special Events


Admission:
Adults $8.00
Children $5.00 Ages 6-12
Under 6 Free
School Groups $3.00 per child
Adult Groups $5.00 per person

FORT BOONESBOROUGH STATE PARK
4375 Boonesborough Rd.
 Richmond, Ky. 40475
859-527-3131

FORT BOONESBOROUGH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 2025


June 21, 2025 Gathering of Descendants
We welcome everyone who had ancestors in the area of Fort Boonesborough in the 18th century and played a part in the early settlement. We will have resources and information about many of the folks who were here in those early days, ideas of where to find genealogical information, and museum exhibits of artifacts from the original fort site. Authors will be on hand to sign books about early days of the fort, the people, and surrounding areas, and we will have ongoing historical interpretation of the daily lives, chores, skills and trades of those who came here during that time. Extended families of those first residents in the Fort Boonesborough area. This event is hosted by The Fort Boonesborough Foundation.

September 20-21, 2025 The 1778 Siege of Fort Boonesborough
Battle re-enactment at 2 pm each day. Come early and spend the day learning about 18th century life in Kentucky, and also visit the Native camps. Re-Enactors can register for this event.

December 5, Friday 6-9, December 6, Saturday 1-4pm An 18th Century Christmas
See and hear about old world customs and other early frontier holiday traditions and foods. Enjoy the Christmas guns, bonfires, music and more. Refreshments included! This is a Fort Boonesborough Foundation sponsored event. Admission is $8 for Adults and $5 for children (6-12). Children under 6- free.

MORE EVENTS MAY BE ADDED AS THE YEAR PROGRESSES

All events are free with paid admission to the fort (unless noted.)

For More Information Contact Jack Winburn - Park Manager: jack.winburn@ky.gov
Teressa Riggs- Fort Manager: teressa.riggs@ky.gov


Events subject to change without notice.

FORT BOONESBOROUGH LIVING HISTORY

  • Fort Boonesborough State Park
    4375 Boonesborough Rd.
    Richmond, Ky. 40475
    859-527-3131

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