Visitors gather around a uniformed park ranger standing on a painted map outside of a brick building

Ranger's Choice Programs

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

  • Every day at 11:15 AM from September 15, 2026 to May 28, 2027
  • Free

With stories from the War of 1812 through the Second World War, Fort McHenry allows for a wide variety of history and subjects to be the topic of the park's ranger programs. Join rangers as they present pre-established programs that help orient visitors to the park's amazing stories!

Fees

Programs are free but some may enter the Star Fort Historic Zone (fee area, $15 per adult). All Rangers Choice Programs meet outside the park visitor center on the concrete map of the Chesapeake Bay.

Location

All Rangers Choice Programs meet outside the park visitor center on the concrete map of the Chesapeake Bay.

Latitude and Longitude 39.265206, -76.579326

Schedule

Days:

Every day

Dates:

September 15, 2026 to May 28, 2027

Time:

11:15 AM

Duration:

45 minutes

Rangers Choice Programs begin daily at 11:15 a.m. End times vary depending on the chosen program.

Event Type

  • Talk