The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of the Illinois country, had marched through freezing floodwaters to gain this victory. The fort’s capture assured United States claims to the frontier, an area nearly as large as the original 13 states.
Plan your trip to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
The building features exhibits, an orientation movie, and Eastern National bookstore.
The Memorial, its construction, artists, architects, and advocates.
Check weather conditions, closures and current alerts for the park.
Schedule of park events and programs, festivals taking place on park grounds, and information on booking educational and group tours.
Permits are required for all events on park grounds including: filming/photography, weddings/memorials, special events, festivals, programs.
Last updated: June 27, 2024
