Finding Reconstruction Era History in Frederick, MD
On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, a major step toward securing freedom for the millions of Black Americans held in bondage. However, this sweeping executive […]
Benton MacKaye Dreams of an Appalachian Trail 100 Years Ago
This summer marks 100 years since 42-year-old regional planner Benton MacKaye envisioned a multi-state hiking trail that would extend from Mount Mitchell, NC to Mount Washington, NH. A few short […]
Explore the Great Outdoors in the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area
National Great Outdoors Month has been celebrated during June since 1998. It’s a reminder to explore and care for our nation’s abundant wildlife refuges, parks and natural beauty. It doesn’t […]
Mary Mish: Historic Preservation Pioneer in Washington County
Mary Mish is a name you don’t frequently hear when learning the history of Washington County, but upon closer examination of historic sites in the county and the preservation of […]
Journeys North to the Mason-Dixon Line: Connecting the Past and the Present
The 2,190-mile-long Appalachian Trail (AT) passes through 14 states, including Maryland. The trail runs along the Appalachian Mountains from the southern terminus at Springer Mountain in Georgia to the northern […]
From Antietam to Ohio: Using the Census to Find Georgianna Rollins
This year you probably received a mailed census form to fill out. The census helps calculate the political weight of the districts we live in and determines the resources growing […]
Enjoy a Great American Road Trip in the Heart of the Civil War
Above image of Main Street Middletown by Bruce Morgan courtsey of Visit Frederick. There’s nothing like a great American road trip to familiarize yourself with the Heart of the Civil […]
Memorial Day Parade Traditions in the Heart of the Civil War
Monocacy National Battlefield’s Last Full Measure of Devotion flag installation will be visible over Memorial Day weekend 2020, May 23, 24, and 25. The battlefield’s annual tradition places 2,200 historic […]
Native Spring Ephemerals in the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area
Editor’s Note: We hope this springtime flora blog post brings some color into your home and offers inspiration for your walks this April as we all adjust to the restrictions […]
Civil War Love Letters: Tales of Love and Loss
If you’ve ever watched Ken Burns’ documentary “The Civil War,” then it’s likely you remember the poignant letter Major Sullivan Ballou of the Rhode Island Militia penned to his wife […]