• The Garrison Flag flies over Fort McHenry.

    Fort McHenry

    National Monument and Historic Shrine Maryland

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  • Summer Hours: May 25-September 2, 2013

    Park: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Star Fort: 9 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. Visitor Center: 9 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Operating Hours & Seasons

Regular Hours

Park: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Star Fort: 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Visitor Center: 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Closed: Thanksgiving Day, December 25 and January 1.

Extended Summer Hours: May 25-September 2, 2013
Park: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Star Fort: 9 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Visitor Center: 9 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.




Did You Know?

Fort McHenry Guard fires a cannon.

The Fort McHenry Guard fires a cannon for park visitors. This group of volunteers garrisons the fort on summer weekends. More...