Monocacy National Battlefield

The Worthington House

The Worthington House is one of the most iconic locations on the battlefield.

During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July 9, however, Federal soldiers outnumbered three to one, fought gallantly along the banks of the Monocacy River in an effort to buy time for Union reinforcement to arrive in Washington, DC.

Cannon at the Best Farm

Confederate artillery used the fields of the Best Farm to stage their attack on Union forces across the river.

History Comes Alive at Monocacy

Living history volunteers bring the past to the present through demonstrating small arms firing at Monocacy.

14 New Jersey Regiment Monument

The monument recognizes the sacrifices of the "Monocacy Regiment."

The Secondary House

Built in the 1790s this house was one of the first structures in the park.

Artillery Firing

Union soldiers fire an artillery piece in commemoration of the battle.

Memorial Day Flag Display

2,300 Union and Confederate National Flags are set out to commemorate the Battle of Monocacy casualties.

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From the North (U.S. 15) or West (Hagerstown): Use I-70 east and take Exit 54. Bear right then take a left onto Rt. 355. The visitor center will be on the left.

From the East (Baltimore): Use I-70 west and take Exit 54. Bear left then take a left onto Rt. 355. The visitor center will be on the left.

From the South (Washington): Use I-270 north to I-70 east and take Exit 54. Bear right then take a left onto Rt. 355. The visitor center will be on the the left.

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Visitor Center Facility

Normal Hours of Operation: The park Visitor Center is open Thursday through Monday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Visitor Center is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. A bookstore, public restrooms, and an interactive museum are located within the Visitor Center. Contact the Visitor Center at 301-662-3515 for additional information.

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