Writing the US Constitution: What is an Oak Gall?

Our Founding Fathers used oak gall ink to write and sign the US Constitution on September 17, 1787. What is a gall? And how do you turn it into ink? Come find out!

Come learn how make ink from oak galls and about the history that led to our Founding Fathers signing the Declaration of Independence and writing the US Constitution!

Pro tip: This program is free with park entry, but sometimes we fill up on weekends. Making a day-use reservation online beforehand will guarantee entry into the park!

Date: Friday, September 18

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm (this is a come and go event)

Where: Crappie Cove Interp Area

Note: This event is weather dependent. Keep an eye on our Facebook and Instagram for any program updates.