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By NPT Staff - July 18th, 2015
Tour Fort Union National Monument By Candlelight/NPS

On Aug 8 after sundown you'll be able to tour Fort Union National Monument by candlelight/NPS

Come August 8, you'll be able to roam Fort Union National Monument in New Mexico by candlelight.

During this evening event visitors will be guided through the fort and, through a series of skits performed by costumed interpreters, will discover the intimate and compelling stories of those who once lived and worked at the fort.  The 19th-century fort, located amid the swales of the Santa Fe Trail, was the largest military fort in the region.

This year's theme focuses on the years of 1876-1881 and how, during this pivotal five-year time period, Fort Union brought permanent and life altering change to the American Southwest and beyond.

Tour times are 7:30 p.m., 7:50 p.m., 8:15 p.m., 8:40 p.m., 9 p.m., and 9:20 p.m.

"We invite all to travel back in time and discover Fort Union's intimate connection to the rich and vibrant history of New Mexico during this special evening program," said Superintendent Charles Strickfaden. "Truly, a night at Fort Union under the stars is an experience all should have."

This is a free event, but each group is limited in size to 20 visitors per tour time. Reservations are required. To reserve a spot on a tour, please contact the monument at (505) 425-8025 x 0. Visitors are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light jacket. Flash photography is allowed only during the 7:30 p.m. tour.

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