Special Event

Event

Memorial Day

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

Fee:

Admission to the historic zone (Star Fort) is $15 per individual ages 16 and up. 'America the Beautiful' passes are also accepted.

Dates & Times

Date:

Monday, May 27, 2019

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

7 hours

Type of Event

Talk

Description

Visit Fort McHenry and learn more about the Civil War origins of Memorial Day. Join a park ranger for the morning flag change and assist in raising a replica Civil War era garrison flag over the historic Star Fort. Special ranger programs will be offered throughout the day to introduce visitors to the origins of Memorial Day during the Civil War.
 
Additional programs will be offered in commemoration of Memorial Day:
 
12:00 pm - 'Origins of Memorial Day,' followed by a flag raising and wreath laying ceremony inside the Star Fort.
 
2:45 pm - Memorial Day speech followed by a National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 pm.
 
Admission to the Star Fort is $15 for individuals 16 years and older. For more information please call 410-962-4290.

Reservation or Registration: No

Reservations are not required and will not be taken. Programs are open to the public.