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How Nature Shaped History at Fort McHenry

When
21 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location
Baltimore, Fort McHenry
Spaces left
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(depends on selected options)

Base fee:

NHSM Member – $20.00
Non Member – $25.00

O! Say, can you see, how Fort McHenry is situated perfectly to protect Baltimore? While famous for its star-spangled banner that inspired our national anthem, Fort McHenry is also a place shaped by nature, especially the forces of water. Join us for a walking tour with Park Ranger Bill Curtis to explore how water made this an ideal location for a fort. We’ll review the history of the Battle of Baltimore as we explore the wetlands and learn about the ramifications of sea level rise. We will be on the lookout for various birds and other animals, too, utilizing the excellent habitat found on the grounds of the park and the harbor.

The tour will include walking about a mile over flat ground, all outside, for about 90 minutes.

Our leader, Park Ranger Curtis, has worked for the National Park Service in various roles, including interpretation and law enforcement. He is now in the Park Planning Division with responsibilities that include managing and protecting the park’s resources.

Please note that entrance fees collected by the National Park Service will be required for each person attending this walk in addition to your registration fee. The fee is $15 per visitor, ages 16 years and up, and can be purchased online at recreation.gov or in the park visitor center. Other federal passes, such as the Senior Pass, Annual Pass, and Access Pass, will be accepted. America the Beautiful passes can be purchased onsite or ordered online at the USGS Store.

The Natural History Society of Maryland is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and contributions are tax-deductible.

The mission of the Natural History Society of Maryland is to foster stewardship of Maryland’s natural heritage by conserving its natural history collections, educating its citizenry, and inspiring its youth to pursue careers in the natural sciences.