Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

About

by the dawn's early light, a large red, white and blue banner? Whose broad stripes and bright stars... were so gallantly streaming...over Fort McHenry! The valiant defense of the fort during the Battle of Baltimore on September 13-14, 1814 inspired Francis Scott Key to write the words that became the U.S. national anthem. The fort's history holds many other stories too, from the Civil War to WWII.

Activities

• Arts and Culture
• Craft Demonstrations
• Cultural Demonstrations
• Live Music
• Theater
• Biking
• Road Biking
• Compass and GPS
• Geocaching
• Food
• Picnicking
• Guided Tours
• Self-Guided Tours - Walking
• Hands-On
• Citizen Science
• Arts and Crafts
• Hiking
• Living History
• Reenactments
• Historic Weapons Demonstration
• First Person Interpretation
• Paddling
• Kayaking
• Junior Ranger Program
• Skiing
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Downhill Skiing
• Wildlife Watching
• Birdwatching
• Park Film
• Museum Exhibits
• Shopping
• Bookstore and Park Store
• Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Location

39.26395314, -76.58044165