Volunteer talking to a group of visitors on a stone map of the chesapeake.

War in the Chesapeake

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

  • Every week on Sunday and Saturday at 3:15 PM from June 06, 2026 to September 30, 2026
  • Free

Join a ranger for 30-45 minutes for a free program that will explain the Chesapeake Campaign, a nearly two year campaign in the Chesapeake Bay region during the War of 1812. From 1813-1814, the Chesapeake Campaign brought terror and destruction to small towns such as Havre de Grace and Fredericktown, and culminated in the burning of Washington D.C. and the bombardment of Fort McHenry that inspired the creation of the Star-Spangled Banner. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meet at Chesapeake Map behind Visitor Center.

Latitude and Longitude 39.265206, -76.579326

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Sunday and Saturday

Dates:

June 06, 2026 to September 30, 2026

Time:

3:15 PM

Duration:

45 minutes

Event Type

  • Talk