History

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Preservation and reconstruction

In 1938, through the efforts of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and with the Works Progress Administration, a replica of Fort Hawkins' southeastern blockhouse was reconstructed on the exact location of the original, using some of the original stones in the basement section. The upper floors are made of concrete formed to simulate the original wood timbers. The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is a sororal association dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotic endeavor. ... The Works Progress Administration (later Works Projects Administration, abbreviated WPA), was created on May 6, 1935 with the signing of Executive Order 7034. ...

During reconstruction, archaeology conducted at the site revealed the location and extent of the stockade walls and corner blockhouses. These excavations uncovered many everyday items used by the fort's inhabitants. The City of Macon acquired the historic site in 2002. The replicated southeast blockhouse, which is occasionally opened to the public, is a Macon icon.

Currently, The City of Macon’s Fort Hawkins Commission is raising funds to reconstruct the entire 1.4 acre (5,700 m²) stockade.

External links

• Georgia Military College's Ft. Hawkins site
• City of Macon Ft. Hawkins page