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Antietam National Battlefield
Salute to Independence
Salute to Independence

July 4th, 2009

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 4, 2009, 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.

 
Map of Event
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Map of Event
Artillery at Antietam  

Did You Know?
Over 500 cannons particpated in the Battle of Antietam, firing over 50,000 rounds of ammunition. The cannonade was so severe that Confederate artillery commander Colonel S.D. Lee described the battle as "artillery hell."

Last Updated: March 16, 2009 at 14:24 EST