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Antietam National Battlefield
Salute to Independence
Salute to Independence

July 5th, 2008

Concert starts at 7:30 p.m.

Fireworks at approximately 9:45 p.m.

There is a minimum one hour to ninety minute traffic delay when leaving the event so be patient.

Be sure to bring a blanket, plenty of water or soft drinks, and a flashlight. Sharpsburg Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Service sells food and drinks at the event.

Be prepared for large crowds of up to 30,000 people.

Limited parking is available in the park and additional parking can be found on Rt. 65 and Rt. 34 bordering the park.

You have to walk to get into and out of the event.

Please no pets and NO SOLICITING.

Tarps cannot be placed before 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2008, and the maximum size tarp or reserved area per group is 10 feet x 10 feet. Tarps placed prior to this time will be removed and those not occupied by 7:00 p.m. on the evening of the concert will also be removed. We suggest labelling property with a name.

A shuttle bus is available to bring you closer to the event from Rt. 34, but there is still a 300 yard walk. Buses run from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The cost is $2.00 round-trip and children under five are free.

 
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Map of Event
15th Massachusetts Infantry Monument  

Did You Know?
The 15th Massachusetts Infantry went into the Battle of Antietam with 606 soldiers. 318 were killed or wounded, the highest number for any Union regiment in the battle. Their monument features a wounded lion carved in granite.

Last Updated: June 17, 2008 at 10:09 EST