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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineCannon demonstrations are staged on most summer weekends.
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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
Things To Know Before You Come

things to know before you come includes:

Lodging
Where To Eat
Pets
Accessibility
 

Pets are welcome on the fort grounds, but not in the historic area. This area is defined by the wooden fence which surrounds the fort.

Both the Visitor Center and the fort are accessible to wheelchairs. The Accessibility link offers more details.
A prisoner at Fort McHenry.  

Did You Know?
During the Civil War, Fort McHenry served as a prison for both political and military prisoners of war.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST