On the summit of South Mountain, a spur of the Blue Ridge chain, stands the rugged stone tower known as The Washington Monument, the first monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington. Washington Monument State Park offers an accessible picnic area, playground and museum.
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Washington Monument State Park
Historical Sites, Museums, National & State Parks, Historical Sites, Museums, National & State Parks
Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails
Thurmont, MD
Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites, Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Sites
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
Historical Sites, Museums, Historical Sites, Museums
Tripadvisor’s #1 attraction in Hagerstown, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts has offered free admission for 90 years and its eight galleries are filled with a diverse collection of paintings, sculpture, and decorative art. Set in beautiful, historic City Park, the museum has a rich permanent collection with strengths in American art (including iconic […]
The Union Mills Homestead and Grist Mill
Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Homes, Historical Sites, Historic Towns & Villages, Historical Homes, Historical Sites
Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails
Home of Shriver family for six generations, also Maryland Civil War Trails site. Mill produces stone-ground corn meal, wheat, buckwheat flour.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
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During the Civil War, St. Paul’s Church was used by Union troops of the United States Army. The building and its interior furnishings were used as barricades and for firewood. The building also served as a hospital and for cooking purposes. Following the war, the Vestry sued the United States Government for compensation and was […]
South Mountain State Park
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Hiking, Scenic Drives and Trails
Located on the Ridge of South Mountain, the South Mountain State Park extends the length of the mountain from Pen-Mar to Weverton. Battle of South Mountain occurred on September 14, 1862. The Appalachian Trail (AT) is a 2178-mile long footpath that runs from Maine to Georgia. The Appalachian Trail in Maryland runs approximately 41 miles […]
South Mountain State Battlefield Park
Battle Sites, Historical Sites, National & State Parks, Battle Sites, Historical Sites, National & State Parks
Scenic Drives and Trails
The State Battlefield park encompasses the three gaps (Crampton’s, Fox’s, and Turner’s gaps) that were the scene of the Sept 14, 1862 battle, just days before Antietam.
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum
Historical Homes, Historical Sites, Museums, Historical Homes, Historical Sites, Museums
Schifferstadt is one of America’s finest examples of German colonial architecture. Built ca. 1750, the stone manor house is the earliest known home in Frederick City and is unique for its five plate stove which is the only example in the world in its original position. The house and Heritage Gardens hold living history events […]
Rose Hill Manor Park & Children’s Museum
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Rose Hill Manor was built 1789-1792 by the daughter and son-in-law of Governor Thomas Johnson, a close friend and associate of George Washington. Johnson lived at Rose Hill during the last years of his life.
Pry House Field Hospital Museum
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This Museum is dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War- a story of care and healing, courage and devotion amidst the death and destruction of America’s bloodiest war. This Museum also focuses on the medical changes that came from Antietam and South Mountain and how today they still shape modern day emergency […]
Point of Rocks, MD
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Point of Rocks Railroad Station
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Fine Victorian railroad station, late 1800s. Used today by MARC passenger trains. Call or visit Website for information on traveling in and around Frederick County.