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Fortress of Nightmares at Fort Adams

Tour Fort Adam's afterlife this weekend

Get a tour of the life — and after-life — of Fort Adams beginning Thursday, Oct. 10.  First, You'll explore the Officers Quarters where you'll meet our twilight inhabitants face to face. Once you've managed to navigate your way out of the Officers Quarters, you'll face a dark and terrifying walk across the 6.5 acre Parade Field and down into the depths of the Fortress to experience Tunnels of Terror. 

The tour is not recommended for children under 12.  Open Oct. 10, 12, 18, 19 and 25-27 (weather permitting) from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Tickets are $10.

New for 2013:  Expanded Tunnels of Terror, longer Ghost Hunts and a longer Apocalypse Air Soft rifle range.  Experience FEAR at Fort Adams for yourself! Proceeds benefit the restoration of Historic Fort Adams, a National Historic Landmark.

Ghost Hunts 


Ghost Hunts will continue in October 2013 following a revamped format. Hunts will begin at 10:30 pm and continue until 12 a.m. Enjoy an action packed hour of paranormal investigation inside Historic Fort Adams with The Rhode Island Paranormal Research Group and Society. 

Ghost Hunts are limited to 30 participants, so purchase tickets early to avoid disappointment!  Tickets are $15. Purchase tickets here.  


For tickets and more information: www.fortressofnightmares.com 

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