Clara Barton National Historic Site
Barton lived here while the house was the headquarters and warehouse for the American Red Cross. The house conveys sense of dedication to serving others.
Hours
See website for hours.Contact
Local Phone: 301-320-1400
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September 12, 2022
susanaU3607QCSad memory of a great lady
It breaks my heart to see how Clara Baton's home has been neglected and slowly deteriorated over the past 7+ years. Every time I come to visit, it is still mostly closed for much needed, "promised...
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June 30, 2022
Robert DHUGE Historic Home situated on a beautiful bluff overlooking Glen Echo Park {*Go when Open for Tours!}
HUGE historic home situated on beautiful property overlooking the Glen Echo Park, close to both the C&O Canal and Potomac River, along MacArthur Blvd in Glen Echo, MD (not far from Great Falls in...
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October 21, 2019
Parisfan072An American History Highlight!
When Clara Barton finally began to slow down after a life of labor, she "retired" to the house we see today. The site was originally part of the local Chautauqua facility. The house was built with...
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