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.
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park
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Wheelchairs
Activities
Fishing
Guided Tours
Entrance Fees
Entrance fee is $0.00.
There are no fees to enter NPS managed properties at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park. For information regarding tickets to the York W. Bailly Museum at Penn Center, visit www.penncenter.com
Directions
The park's headquarters is located at 706 Craven Street in Beaufort, South Carolina, directly across the street from the Beaufort Visitor Center in the Beaufort Arsenal, and next door to the downtown Beaufort Public Library.
Weather
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.
