Fort McHenry
Fort McHenry is the greatest star shaped fort and is noted for its historic role in the War 1812. It played a significant role in defending the city of Baltimore from the attack of the British Navy. A dry moat and a deep trench surround the fort. The moat was built to serve as a shelter for the soldiers against their enemies.
It was the first port of primary defense at Baltimore at that time though now a new port has been build for its defense. Another important feature of this fort is that it ha also served as a prison for military and political officials. Later on it was used as a hospital and rooms had been added to it accordingly.
This sure is considered a National monument and has been turned into the National park. Travel to Baltimore and look at the historic wonder that has served many purposes.
Official site of Fort McHenry
http://www.nps.gov/fomc/
Fort McHenry in Wiki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_McHenry
A very short orientation film is shown on three times per hour so it is quite interesting for people who like to follow the history and culture behind the national monument of a place. Many specials day are hosted in it like the National Flag Day and Living American Flag.
You can surely avail the latest discount packages and save a lot if money by planning ahead and browsing around the net ion the relevant sites so as to get the best advantage.
The entrance fees for adults is $7 and while children under 15 are free. You can also avail the advantage of annual or lifetime passes. And you can get all the correct information from the visitor Centre information Centre. Traveler Baltimore is attracted by its historic significance.
Fort McHenry Information
http://www.johnsmilitaryhistory.com/ftmchenry.html
Fort McHenry Address
2400 East Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230-5393
Contact:
Tel: (410) 962-4290 Fax: (410) 962-2500
Email: N/A
Fort McHenry Hours:
Regular Hours:
Grounds: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fort and Visitor Center: 8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Last Video Presentation: 4:00 p.m.
Extended Summer Hours: May 29-September 6, 2010
Park: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Star Fort: 8 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Visitor Center: 8 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Day, December 25 and January 1: Closed
Ticket Information for Fort McHenry:
Adults(16+): $7.00
Children(15-): Free
Website: http://www.nps.gov/fomc/index.htm
Enjoy your trip & have fun!
