Fife and Drum Music Demonstration

The Fife and Drum Corps performing within the Star Fort.

NPS/ Tim Ervin

Music played an important role in the daily lives of soldiers garrisoned at Fort McHenry. A soldier's entire day would revolve around the sounds of fifes and drums. Join living historians in the famous "Fort McHenry Guard Fife and Drum Corps" as they play period music and give a history of music's role at Fort McHenry.

*Program is weather dependent.

Details

Duration

10-15 Minutes

Activity

Live Music

Pets Allowed

No

Because this program occurs within the Star Fort Histric Zone, pets are not allowed at the program.

Activity Fee

Yes

Because this program occurs within the Star Fort Historic Zone, the entrance fee applies. $15 per adult (16 and older).

Reservations

No

Season

Summer

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

This program occurs in the Star Fort, where there are accessable brick pathways, as well as gravel paths.