Support the Fort


Want to donate to the Fort?

Click the button below to make a financial contribution of your choice to the Apple River Fort Foundation. Your contribution will help sustain the Fort's living history program, provide educational programming to visitors of all ages, and support a variety of special projects—such as regular burns for our Native Illinois Prairie or updating interpretational signage throughout the site.









The Apple River Fort would like to extend a sincere thank you to the various businesses and individuals who have helped the Fort through generous donations, sponsorship, and promotion.


Massbach Ridge Winery

Massbach Ridge has developed a Black Hawk red wine and an Elizabeth white wine. A portion of the sales of these two wonderful wines help contribute to the Apple River Fort. Stop by the winery for a taste and to show your support!  Visit Massbach Ridge.

















Thank You for Your Support!