Reconstruction Era National Historical Park
The Reconstruction era,1861-1900 the historic period in which the United States grappled with the question of how to integrate millions of newly freed African Americans into social, political, economic, and labor systems, was a time of significant transformation.
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About Reconstruction Era National Historical Park
The Reconstruction era,1861-1900 the historic period in which the United States grappled with the question of how to integrate millions of newly freed African Americans into social, political, economic, and labor systems, was a time of significant transformation. The people, places, and events in Beaufort County, South Carolina, reflect on the most important issues of this tumultuous time period.
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Driving times from Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Park Hours
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Activities
Getting there
Winters can be mild, with periods of cold weather. During the Spring and Fall, weather is typically nice, with highs in the 70s and 80s. Summers can be very hot, with high temperatures and high humidity. Located in a coastal region, the park is susceptible to hurricanes during the Summer and Fall.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Bookstore and Park Store, Guided Tours, Hiking, Junior Ranger Program, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Reconstruction Era National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Fort Pulaski National Monument (1 h 15 min), Charles Pinckney National Historic Site (1 h 43 min), Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park (1 h 45 min), Fort Frederica National Monument (2 h 13 min), Congaree National Park (2 h 44 min), Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve (3 h).