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Special Event
Event
Defenders' Day
This event has already occurred. This page is provided for reference only.
Fee:
Visitors can recreate and attend some events on the grounds for free. To enter the historic star fort, fees apply. See our fees page- https://www.nps.gov/fomc/planyourvisit/fees.htmLocation:
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineDates & Times
Date:
Saturday, September 18, 2021
Time:
9:00 AM
Duration:
7 hours and 45 minutes
Type of Event
Children’s Program
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Living History
Partner Program
Performance
Talk
Volunteer Event
Walk
Description
“A TRIBUTE TO BALTIMORE: COMMUNITY. SERVICE. SACRIFICE.”
Known as Baltimore's oldest holiday, Defenders' Day commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Baltimore and the writing of the nation's national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner." Celebrated continuously each year since the Brits sailed away in 1814!
This year's program will take place September 17-18, 2021 and will include music, living history, U.S. Army, and evening luminaries. This years event will NOT contain fireworks. Instead, join us to experience evening luminaries lighting up the Fort and grounds for a rare nighttime event!
Information and event schedule: https://www.nps.gov/fomc/planyourvisit/defenders-day.htm
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Reservation or Registration: No
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