Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center

Join Park Rangers as they discuss the history and importance of Memorial Day.

Learn about the trials of African American military service from the Revolutionary period up through the modern era. 

Transport yourself back in time to the day of the Battle of Monocacy as a ranger provides an in-depth tour of the battlefield.

Transport yourself back in time to the day of the Battle of Monocacy as a ranger provides an in-depth tour of the battlefield.

Join rangers and volunteers as they commemorate the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy.

Join to celebrate World Ranger Day, an international observance of Park Rangers of all backgrounds and jobs dedicated to natural and cultural landmarks the world over.

Demonstrations with different types of cannons will occur throughout the day with rangers and volunteers providing an understanding of light field artillery.

Events include living history demonstrations, Civil War Field Music performances and Civil War Artillery demonstrations.

Join National Park Service rangers and volunteers as they work on various beautification projects and invasive species removals throughout the battlefield.