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SUMMARY:162nd Commemoration of the Battle of Monocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join rangers and volunteers as they commemorate the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy with real time hikes\, along with military living history demonstrations. Rangers and living historians will work in tandem this year on different parts of the battlefield to provide a unique twist on traditional battlefield programming. Stay tuned for program/demonstration times.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/162nd-commemoration-of-the-battle-of-monocacy/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:162nd Anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy Tour (Caravan Style)
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself back in time to the day of the Battle of Monocacy as a ranger provides an in-depth tour of the battlefield. This driving tour will begin at the visitor center and cover the battle chronologically. Walk in the footsteps of the men who fought valiantly to safeguard their homes and country.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/162nd-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-monocacy-tour-caravan-style/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTSTAMP:20260202T210159Z
CREATED:20260119T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T210159Z
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SUMMARY:Classic Car Battlefield Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join for a unique journey through Civil War history as classic automobiles and historic landscapes come together in the Monocacy National Battlefield Classic Car Cruise. This special event celebrates automotive heritage while honoring one of the most significant Civil War sites in the region. \nThe cruise begins at South Mountain Battlefield\, where participants will gather amid the scenic mountain passes that witnessed pivotal moments of the 1864 Valley Campaign. Following a brief welcome and orientation\, drivers will depart on a carefully planned scenic route\, offering sweeping views of the countryside and an enjoyable drive well-suited for classic and vintage vehicles. \nThe caravan will proceed eastward toward Monocacy National Battlefield\, tracing roads that echo the movements of armies more than 160 years ago. Upon arrival\, participants will enjoy a guided tour of Monocacy Battlefield\, known as the “Battle That Saved Washington.” The tour will highlight key locations\, interpretive stops\, and stories that illuminate the July 1864 battle and its lasting impact on the Civil War. \nThis event offers a relaxed and memorable way to experience regional history—combining the elegance of classic cars\, the beauty of Maryland’s landscape\, and the rich stories preserved at our national battlefields. Whether you are an automotive enthusiast\, a history buff\, or both\, the Monocacy Battlefield Classic Car Cruise promises a rewarding and unforgettable experience. \nTo register please contact Ranger Brian at Brian_J_Robinson@nps.gov with your name and number of participants.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/classic-car-battlefield-cruise/
LOCATION:South Mountain Battlefield State Park at Turner’s Gap\, 6132 Old National Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260119T153410Z
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SUMMARY:Fighting for Freedom: African American Service in the United States Military
DESCRIPTION:African Americans have served in every United States conflict since the country began. This legacy of service however has been fraught with both struggle and triumph. Visit the Monocacy National Battlefield visitor center to learn about the trials of African American military service from the Revolutionary period up through the modern era.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/fighting-for-freedom-african-american-service-in-the-united-states-military/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260119T144329Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth: From Enslavement to Emancipation
DESCRIPTION:Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1\, 1864\, when the new State Constitution\, voted on by Marylanders\, went into effect ending the practice. Join a ranger walk to learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield\, as well as the United States Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction. \nThis program meets at the Best Farm\, tour stop #1\, on Monocacy National Battlefield and includes about a one mile walk out to Monocacy Junction and back again. Appropriate clothes and footwear should be considered. Best Farm is located at 5106 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD 21704.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/juneteenth-from-enslavement-to-emancipation/
LOCATION:Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)\, Urbana Pike\, Monocacy National Battlefield\, Frederick\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260113T144427Z
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SUMMARY:Last Full Measure of Devotion - Memorial Day at Monocacy National Battlefield
DESCRIPTION:Join Park Rangers as they discuss the history and importance of Memorial Day. Listen to patriotic music and participate in the National Moment of Silence as they commemorate those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/last-full-measure-of-devotion-memorial-day-at-monocacy-national-battlefield/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T090000
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SUMMARY:Inside the Farms of Monocacy
DESCRIPTION:The Battle of Monocacy was fought amongst the farms\, fields\, and forests along the Monocacy River on July 9\, 1864. Each of the farms\, and the people who lived on them\, were impacted by the battle. \nOn May 2nd\, 2026\, join Monocacy National Battlefield Rangers and volunteers as they explore two of these farms. Guests should meet at Best Farm\, tour stop #1 on Monocacy National Battlefield at 9am on May 2\, 2026. At tour stop #1 you’ll look at the long legacy of the Best Farm. Located on the north end of the battlefield landscape\, the Best Farm has a legacy far beyond the Civil War. \nAfter Best Farm\, guests will be encouraged to join the ranger staff at tour stop #2\, the Worthington Farm. Guests should meet at Worthington Farm by 11am for the tour of Worthington Farm. This farm has a deep importance to the history of the campaign and the establishment of Monocacy National Battlefield itself. Space is limited at both farms\, so please contact Monocacy National Battlefield via email\, mono_mail@nps.gov or by calling 301-662-3515 to make your reservation.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/inside-the-farms-of-monocacy/
LOCATION:Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)\, Urbana Pike\, Monocacy National Battlefield\, Frederick\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTSTAMP:20260113T142655Z
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SUMMARY:Park Day 2026!
DESCRIPTION:One of Monocacy National Battlefield’s biggest volunteer opportunities of the year! Park Day brings in volunteers from all over Frederick County and beyond to assist Monocacy National Battlefield on a variety of projects. These include\, but are not limited to: \n* Weeding \n* Planting \n* Litter patrol on the trails \n* Invasive species removal \nForms and gloves will be provided\, please dress appropriate for the weather and be prepared to get dirty!
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/park-day-2026/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260113T141758Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Day
DESCRIPTION:Join National Park Service rangers and living history volunteers for Junior Ranger Day! Guests will be encouraged to do participate in the Monocacy National Battlefield Junior Ranger program\, earning their Junior Ranger badge if they complete at least five activities. In addition\, guests are invited to “enlist” with Monocacy National Battlefield living history volunteers who will be teaching both infantry and artillery drills to anyone who would like to take part. How did soldiers move and fight on Monocacy National Battlefield? How long did it take to load a cannon? You will find out with this fun\, hands on activity.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/junior-ranger-day/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260112T214151Z
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SUMMARY:Maryland\, My Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Join Living History Volunteers at Monocacy National Battlefield as they discuss the perilous position of Maryland in the Civil War. Marylanders fought on both sides of the Civil War and even occasionally fought each other! Learn about the clashes between Marylanders in blue and gray during the Monocacy Campaign\, their fights and their relation to the parts of the state they fought in.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/maryland-my-maryland/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T130000
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SUMMARY:Painting the Past
DESCRIPTION:Join Monocacy National Battlefield staff as they look at a wide variety of uniforms from the American Civil War and paint your own miniature soldiers. All paints and materials are provided; participants should be 10 or older. Registration is limited\, so please email e-mail us with the number of intended participants. Please contact Monocacy National Battlefield at Mono_Mail@nps.gov or by phone at 301-662-3515 for reservations.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/painting-the-past-2/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTSTAMP:20260112T213341Z
CREATED:20260112T213341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T213341Z
UID:10000467-1771668000-1771668000@heartofthecivilwar.org
SUMMARY:Contending Combatants: 20th North Carolina vs 9th New York Heavy Artillery
DESCRIPTION:Among the forces fighting against each other at the Battle of Monocacy were the 9th New York Heavy Artillery and the 20th North Carolina. Both regiments fought as infantry\, and both were heavily engaged as skirmishers and sharpshooters during the battle. So how did these regiments compare when facing off? \nJoin Living History Volunteers representing these regiments as they exhibit their equipment\, both reproduction and original\, as well as discuss the similarities and differences between the tactics and deployments used by the 9th New York Heavy Artillery and 20th North Carolina during the Battle of Monocacy.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/contending-combatants-20th-north-carolina-vs-9th-new-york-heavy-artillery/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260112T212812Z
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SUMMARY:Painting the Past
DESCRIPTION:Join Monocacy National Battlefield staff as they look at a wide variety of uniforms from the American Civil War and paint your own miniature soldiers. All paints and materials are provided; participants should be 10 or older. Registration is limited\, so please email e-mail us with the number of intended participants. Please contact Monocacy National Battlefield at Mono_Mail@nps.gov or by phone at 301-662-3515 to register.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/painting-the-past/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTSTAMP:20260112T211346Z
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SUMMARY:Feast & Famine: Rations in the Civil War
DESCRIPTION:During the American Civil War the standard army ration was the same for both Federal and Confederate armies. Each ration was divided into five components —meat\, flour\, vegetable\, coffee/sugar\, and seasoning. Commissioned officers in the United States Army did not draw rations directly. They were given a cash allowance that was used to purchase food from the Commissary; while commissioned officers in the Confederate Army drew the same ration as privates. Depending upon the season\, the region of the country and the availability\, the food that was actually issued varied dramatically. \nDuring the Civil War\, soldiers did not rely solely upon the government for food either. Foraging\, or taking food from the land and farms in the path of the army\, was common in all armies. Soldiers could also purchase food from sutlers and received food from family and friends who sent it to camp. \nThis presentation will describe the food soldiers actually ate and how they cooked it through looking at original ration returns\, diaries\, letters and cooking equipment.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/feast-famine-rations-in-the-civil-war/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T110000
DTSTAMP:20250709T000852Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T000852Z
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SUMMARY:Road to Antietam from the Best Farm
DESCRIPTION:Step into the past to learn about the “Lost Orders” of the 1862 Maryland Campaign and the role Best Farm played during the Civil War. Ranger programs will explore the history of the Best Farm and infantry demonstrations will be conducted throughout the day.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/road-to-antietam-from-the-best-farm/
LOCATION:Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)\, Urbana Pike\, Monocacy National Battlefield\, Frederick\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250816T100000
DTSTAMP:20250708T234259Z
CREATED:20250708T234225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T234259Z
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SUMMARY:Artillery Day at the Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, the “King of Battle\,” the artillery\, will shake the ground of Monocacy National Battlefield. Demonstrations with different types of cannons will occur throughout the day. Just how loud were those big guns during the Civil War? Come find out and learn about the many uses of artillery during the Civil War!
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/artillery-day-at-the-visitor-center/
LOCATION:Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center\, 5201 Urbana Pike\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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