Fort McHenry National Monument & Historic Shrine

Name: Fort McHenry National Monument & Historic Shrine
Address: 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21230, US
Telephone: 410-962-4290

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The Fort's successful defense during the Battle of Baltimore in 1814 inspired the writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner." Film, interpretive programs, living history, special events. Part of Maryland's 2020 Year of the Woman. NOTE: Operations may be impacted by COVID-19, please check website for more info.

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2400 E Fort Ave

Baltimore, MD
21230

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Local Phone: 410-962-4290
Fax: 410-962-2500

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Central Maryland

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March 22, 2023

kenneth0923

History at its finest

Any type of war fort should get a 5 star. Americans died here. It's $15 per person to enter like all other forts. A room across from cashier has a time line of the war and the star spangled banner...

February 22, 2023

DavidL753

Learn some American history

Good place to learn about the War of 1812. Some docents at the Fort itself would have added to visit. You can really get a sense of how the fort dominates the harbor entrance. The short film at the...

February 04, 2023

F4108JXhelenl

Great place of history

Great place to visit and learn about our national anthem and American history. Staff at the Fort was friendly and helpful. Gift shop staff was more concerned with complaining about coworkers and...