Semaphore is steeped in history, a collection of buildings located in the park make up Fort Glanville, built in the 1870's it was intended to deter the Russians from invading (unlikely as this sounds they were deemed a threat) within 10 years it was abandoned when the threat evaporated. Now open to the public on the third Sunday of each month the cannons are fired and re-enactments of military life take place. To add to the nineteenth century feel, at certain times during the year a steam train runs along the foreshore between Fort Glanville and Semaphore.
During the early days substantial stone buildings took the place of Aboriginal habitations in the area, thankfully now the town centres streetscapes have been preserved as a designated conservation area. Port Adelaide is home to many excellent museum, some of the best includeThe South Australian Maritime Museum located in the heart of the heritage area (see attractions). If you would prefer topotter around markets head towards the bright red lighthouse on Sundays and public holidays as you will find quaint little trash and treasure market.However Port Adelaide is not all markets and museums as the port is still very much in full working order.
