​TOURING THE FORT
A tour of Pricketts Fort is a "must do" for visitors. Family-friendly, live, dramatic tours help visitors understand the essence of 18th century life inside the fort. Costumed interpreters share stories while practicing tradesmen demonstrate blacksmithing, weaving, hearth cooking, gunsmithing and more. The tours include historic buildings, gardens, the grounds and many things of interest to children and adults. Individual and group tours are available.

Admission

Adults - $8.00
Seniors (60+) - $6.00
Youth (6-12) - $4.00
Children 5 and under - FREE
Members - FREE

Cost of admission covers all of the park's historical attractions including guided tours, specialized talks, orientation gallery, and craft demonstrations.

Hours of Operation

The 2026 season begins April 20th and ends October 25th.

Monday through Saturday
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
(Ticket sales end at 4:00 p.m.)

Sunday
12:00 p.m. - 4:30 pm
(Ticket sales end at 4:00 p.m.)

The Tours of the Fort, the Bray Blacksmith Shop, and the Job Prickett House are closed for Winter. 

Pricketts Fort gift shop, orientation gallery and administrative offices are open year-round, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Due to the start of the Stockade Replacement Project, the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation will not be offering audio tours of the fort this Winter (January 2026 - April 2026). 

Additional hours are announced as needed for special events.​

I have been to Williamsburg, Henricus Park in Richmond, and other sites like yours. I really enjoyed your knowledgeable staff, and that I could freely wander and get up close to your exhibits. The attention to detail and hands-on nature of Pricketts Fort make it stand out. I will be back."
- Chris Long