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The Friends of Fort Halifax Fort Halifax in Winslow, Maine was built in 1754 at its present location in Fort Halifax Park.

Fall Festival Days - Saturday October 3rd - Fort Halifax ParkThe 3rd - Fall Festival Days will be help at Fort Halifax P...
09/23/2026

Fall Festival Days - Saturday October 3rd - Fort Halifax Park
The 3rd - Fall Festival Days will be help at Fort Halifax Park on Saturday October 3rd from 10 to 4. The event will be better than ever with climbing wall, bounce house, pirate ship, pumpkin painting, kids games, food truck, vendors and many other activities. Today Rocky Gravel and I went to New Vineyard and Skowhegan to pick up 150 pumpkins and "Bessey" the wooden cow that can be milk. According to the owners "Bessey" has been a hit at fairs and outings all over central Maine. I will say that Rocky and I riding back from Skowhegan with "Bessy" on the trailer recieved a lot of stares, finger pointing, and gigles from motorists. All in a days work. "Bessy" is currently being stored at the Winslow Public Works and is has water, hay, grain, and being milked twice a day.

"Sign by Fort Halifax Blockhouse Moved"Just wanted to give you an update on the sign by the Fort Halifax Blockhouse. As...
09/17/2026

"Sign by Fort Halifax Blockhouse Moved"
Just wanted to give you an update on the sign by the Fort Halifax Blockhouse. As part of the handicap walkway, we also received permission from the State of Maine to move the sign near the back of the blockhouse lot to a more visible location near the walkway. Over the last two days holes were dug on Tuesday September 15th and the sign was removed from it past location to a nearer the walkway and turned facing the blockhouse today Wednesday September 16th, 2026.

Dick Upham rented the post hole digger, and the Friends of Fort Halifax provided the labor. The removal of the granite post from the old location to the new location was done by Rick MacKenzie with his backhoe and Rick provided this service at no cost. Thanks to Dick and Rick for the donations and time to complete this project.

People involved with Fort Halifax Park and Fort Halifax Blockhouse have talked about moving this sign for decades. It is great to finally have the sign in a place where it can be appreciated and read. The plaque with the verbiage was replaced this year by the State of Mane Park Service and is in excellent shape. The sign is in both French and English.

I have attached pictures of your examinations.

The last concert of the year at Fort Halifax Park was last Friday night and featured:Bella Ann Loubier and the Fossils ...
08/27/2026

The last concert of the year at Fort Halifax Park was last Friday night and featured:
Bella Ann Loubier and the Fossils
It seemed to go over well and was attended by a good crowd.
I again thank our sponsors for 2026
Fortin's Home Furnishing / Appliances (Mike Fortin)
McCormack's Building Supply (Steve Farnham)
Without there help it would be impossible to make happen.
Rita's Food Truck was at each concert this summer and their service and food was great.

Fort Halifax Park news.A new paved handicap accessible walkway has been installed at Fort Halifax Park. The walkway sta...
08/11/2026

Fort Halifax Park news.

A new paved handicap accessible walkway has been installed at Fort Halifax Park. The walkway starts at the parking lot and extends in front of the Bateau to the entrance to Fort Halifax Blockhouse.

Richard Upham of Winslow donated the funds and with the help of Mike Ouellette; owner of Carroll's Paving the work was completed Monday at no cost to the town or state.

This is a great addition with access to Fort Halifax Blockhouse greatly improved. Thankyou Richard and Mike. Pictures are below. The project was made possible by the combined coordination of the State of Maine Conservation Department, Winslow Park and Recreation, Winslow Public Works, and the Friends of Fort Halifax.

This Thursday - August 6th - Ross Greger Adams will be performing at Fort Halifax Park in Winslow - 6 to 7:30. Ross is ...
08/03/2026

This Thursday - August 6th - Ross Greger Adams will be performing at Fort Halifax Park in Winslow - 6 to 7:30. Ross is high energy and plays many different instruments including banjo, guitar, fiddle, and others. Ross plays a mixture of Irish and folk music and must see for an evening of great entertainment.

This Thursday - July 30th the Concert at Fort Halifax Park has been cancelled due to weather. Bella Ann was scheduled ...
07/29/2026

This Thursday - July 30th the Concert at Fort Halifax Park has been cancelled due to weather. Bella Ann was scheduled for this event. We have rescheduled Bella for August 21st. Bella will play from 5 to 6 and the Fossils will play from 6 to 7:30.
See Flyer Below.

Fort Halifax Days Concert Series 2026Bella Ann The next concert at Fort Halifax Park is next Thursday July 30th in Wins...
07/24/2026

Fort Halifax Days
Concert Series 2026
Bella Ann

The next concert at Fort Halifax Park is next Thursday July 30th in Winslow.
We are very excited to have a local talent "Bella Ann" performing at the park between 6:00 and 7:30 pm. Bella was brought up and lives right here in the Town of Winslow so please come down to support this super entertainer.
Rita's Food Truck will provide food and drink on site. As the date gets closer, we will have more share about this event.

1805 Schoolhouse The Friends of Fort Halifax are very involved with the 1804 Schoolhouse on the Cushman Road in Winslow...
07/24/2026

1805 Schoolhouse

The Friends of Fort Halifax are very involved with the 1804 Schoolhouse on the Cushman Road in Winslow. This spring a new roof was put on the schoolhouse. The roofing material used is a composite that resembles a cedar shake design. The roof replacement was done by Kennebec Roofing out of Winslow. The roof looks great and will last for at least 50 to 70 years.
The Friends of Fort Halifax are currently working with the Town of Winslow to come up with signage at the site to explain the history of the schoolhouse. The building was used as a schoolhouse and general store that taught children, sold lumber, potatoes, and bat guano.

Concert Denny BreauThis Thursday is the second concert at Fort Halifax Park. Event starts at 6:00 pm. There will be ...
07/23/2026

Concert Denny Breau
This Thursday is the second concert at Fort Halifax Park.
Event starts at 6:00 pm. There will be a food truck "Rita's". Bring your chairs. Denny Breau is a Country Singer. Denny also sings Folk and Blues. Hope to see you there. The Fort Halifax Blockhouse will be open to the public.

Concert Dunlap Highland Band. Celtic Pipe BandThis Thursday is hopefully the first concert at Fort Halifax Park that h...
07/07/2026

Concert Dunlap Highland Band. Celtic Pipe Band
This Thursday is hopefully the first concert at Fort Halifax Park that has not been rain out.
Event starts at 6:00 pm. There will be a food truck "Rita's". Bring your chairs. Dunlap Highland Band - 20+ strong. Hope to see you there. The Fort Halifax Blockhouse will be open to the public.

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19 Court Street
Winslow, ME
04901

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