Visitors will get the chance to see the progress made by archaeologists searching for the fort commissioned by Lt. Governor Alexander Spotswood in 1714.

Hear about the everyday experiences of the English, the German colonists and the African American populations who lived and worked at Germanna.

The visitor experience at the Fort Germanna Archaeological site includes:

Experience the dig site with Germanna’s staff archaeologists
Learning about frontier life within the fort
Viewing active excavations
Speak with Lt. Governor Spotswood as he shares his thoughts on the new Spotsylvania County-named in his honor
Having fun with history and archaeology-related activities for all ages