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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
Plan A Field Trip

A successful field trip begins with careful planning. The details necessary can be found with the Group Arrangements link.

You may contact Group Arrangements either by phone: 410-962-4290, x243, Monday afternoon from 12:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., Wednesday morning from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon, or Friday morning from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. (all times Eastern); or by e-mail: Group Arrangements

An aerial view of Fort McHenry.  

Did You Know?
Fort McHenry was built prior to the War of 1812. The fort is named for James McHenry, Secretary of War, 1796-1800.

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