Flag Day at Fort Independence – Flag Retirement Ceremony
Bring any torn or worn American flags in need of retirement out to Fort Independence on Friday morning. The ceremony begins at 11am and has been organized by the Castle Island Association.
The CIA also give historic tours of Fort Independence Saturdays and Sundays during the summer from 12pm-3pm.
Stop by Sullivan’s and treat yourself to some lunch or an ice cream!
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