Trip Planner: USA / Pennsylvania / Farmington / Fort Necessity National Battlefield

Fort Necessity National Battlefield, Farmington

4.6

#1 of 8 in Things to do in Farmington

Must see · Battlefield · Historic Site

Fort Necessity National Battlefield is a National Battlefield Site in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States, which preserves the site of the Battle of Fort Necessity. The battle, which took place on July 3, 1754, was an early battle of the French and Indian War, and resulted in the surrender of British colonial forces under Colonel George Washington, to the French and Indians, under Louis Coulon de Villiers.

The site also includes the Mount Washington Tavern, once one of the inns along the National Road, and in two separate units the grave of British General Edward Braddock, killed in 1755, and the site of the Battle of Jumonville Glen.

Add Fort Necessity National Battlefield to your Farmington travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Farmington online vacation planner.
Source

Create an itinerary including Fort Necessity National Battlefield

Fort Necessity National Battlefield reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor traveler rating

368 reviews

Google

4.6

By cschialdone

We stopped at the visitors center for a little stretch and so glad we did! The site of a national battlefield with a display inside that explained the importance of the area. Great for kids and free! more »
By hduck50

George Washington when he was 22 had a battle here which was part of the French and Indian war. The visitor center has view from all sides that were part of the war. See some artifacts as well. Then..... more »

See more on TripAdvisor »

Google

By Jason Price

Great history here! The Park Ranger gave a guided tour after showing a brief movie - both were entertaining and informative! The outdoor area consists of Fort Necessity and the Mount Washington Tavern, plus several walking trails. The indoor area has a lot of informative displays.

more less
By Denise Garlow

History, history, history is waiting for you here. From the Battle of the Great Meadow to the modern day route 40 highway. First learn about Washington's only surrender of his his career and how the French and Indians defeated him. From there move forward in history to the modern day national highway in the National Park Service's indoor museum. Head outdoors to view the great meadow and a replica of the fort. Finish your tour with a stop at an old time tavern on the National Road. The stop is all free but worth a donation to keep this place going and pristine.

more less

See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Farmington

Get a personalized trip

A complete day by day itinerary
based on your preferences

Customize it

Refine your trip. We'll find the
best routes and schedules

Manage it

Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.