Monocacy National Battlefield 2022 Special Events and Programs
Park Day
April 9, 9 AM to Noon
Visitor Center
Free
Participate in this annual beautification project sponsored by the American Battlefield Trust and Monocacy National Battlefield. YOU can make a difference by volunteering.
April 9, 9 AM to Noon
Visitor Center
Free
Participate in this annual beautification project sponsored by the American Battlefield Trust and Monocacy National Battlefield. YOU can make a difference by volunteering.
Earth Day
April 22-23, 9 AM to Noon
Visitor Center
Free
Join a ranger to learn how native plant gardens help the environment. Then learn how to create your own, while getting your hands dirty in the park's native garden!
April 22-23, 9 AM to Noon
Visitor Center
Free
Join a ranger to learn how native plant gardens help the environment. Then learn how to create your own, while getting your hands dirty in the park's native garden!
Last Full Measure of Devotion
May 30, 2 PM to 3 PM
Visitor Center
Free
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 we commemorate those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Program is subject to change.
May 30, 2 PM to 3 PM
Visitor Center
Free
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 we commemorate those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Program is subject to change.
Step into the Past at the Thomas Farm
June 11, 11 AM to 3:30 PM
Thomas Farm (Tour Stop #3)
Free
Sheltered in their basement during the battle, the Thomas family, their friends, and those enslaved at the farm emerged to find the house and property had sustained significant damage during the heaviest fighting of the battle. Join rangers and volunteers at the Thomas Farm to learn the stories of those who were on the farm that fateful day. Infantry demonstrations will also be conducted throughout the day.
June 11, 11 AM to 3:30 PM
Thomas Farm (Tour Stop #3)
Free
Sheltered in their basement during the battle, the Thomas family, their friends, and those enslaved at the farm emerged to find the house and property had sustained significant damage during the heaviest fighting of the battle. Join rangers and volunteers at the Thomas Farm to learn the stories of those who were on the farm that fateful day. Infantry demonstrations will also be conducted throughout the day.
Juneteenth: From Enslaved to Emancipation
June 19, 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)
Free
Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1, 1864, when voters passed a new Maryland Constitution. Walk through history and learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield, as well as the U. S. Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction.
June 19, 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)
Free
Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1, 1864, when voters passed a new Maryland Constitution. Walk through history and learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield, as well as the U. S. Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction.
158th Anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy Tour (Caravan Style)
July 9, 10 AM to 12:30 PM
Visitor Center
Free
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 covers the battle chronologically. Walk in the footsteps of those who fought valiantly to safeguard their homes and country.
July 9, 10 AM to 12:30 PM
Visitor Center
Free
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 covers the battle chronologically. Walk in the footsteps of those who fought valiantly to safeguard their homes and country.
158th Anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy
July 10, 10 AM to 4 PM
Visitor Center
Free
Join the park as we commemorate the 158th anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy with special ranger programs, along with military and civilian living history encampments. Gain an understanding of historic small arms and light field artillery by attending firing demonstrations.
July 10, 10 AM to 4 PM
Visitor Center
Free
Join the park as we commemorate the 158th anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy with special ranger programs, along with military and civilian living history encampments. Gain an understanding of historic small arms and light field artillery by attending firing demonstrations.
Artillery Demonstrations at the Visitor Center
August 13, 10 AM to 3 PM
Visitor Center
Free
Just how loud were those big guns during the Civil War? Come find out as park volunteers fire them, while providing an understanding of light field artillery. There will also be military and civilian living history encampments.
August 13, 10 AM to 3 PM
Visitor Center
Free
Just how loud were those big guns during the Civil War? Come find out as park volunteers fire them, while providing an understanding of light field artillery. There will also be military and civilian living history encampments.
Step into the Past at the Best Farm
September 10, 11 AM to 3:30 PM
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)
Free
Did you know General Robert E. Lee's army camped on this battlefield before it was a battlefield? Step into the past to learn about the "Lost Orders" of the 1862 Maryland Campaign and the role Best Farm played on July 9, 1864. Infantry demonstrations will also be conducted throughout the day.
September 10, 11 AM to 3:30 PM
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)
Free
Did you know General Robert E. Lee's army camped on this battlefield before it was a battlefield? Step into the past to learn about the "Lost Orders" of the 1862 Maryland Campaign and the role Best Farm played on July 9, 1864. Infantry demonstrations will also be conducted throughout the day.
National Public Lands Day
September 24, 9 AM to Noon
Visitor Center
Free
Monocacy National Battlefield invites you to join us for our National Public Lands Day event. Take part in keeping Monocacy National Battlefield beautiful and preserve it for future generations.
September 24, 9 AM to Noon
Visitor Center
Free
Monocacy National Battlefield invites you to join us for our National Public Lands Day event. Take part in keeping Monocacy National Battlefield beautiful and preserve it for future generations.
Emancipation in Maryland: From Enslaved to Emancipated
October 22, 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)
Free
Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1, 1864, when voters passed a new Maryland Constitution. Walk through history and learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield, as well as the U. S. Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction.
October 22, 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Best Farm (Tour Stop #1)
Free
Slavery was legal in Maryland until November 1, 1864, when voters passed a new Maryland Constitution. Walk through history and learn about the enslaved people who lived and worked on the six historic properties that make up Monocacy National Battlefield, as well as the U. S. Colored Troops who enlisted at Monocacy Junction.
For More Information
All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit the park's website at www.nps.gov/mono, see us on Facebook @monocacynps, or call the Visitor Center at 301-662-3515 for updates and additional information. The Visitor Center is located at 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick MD 21704. Operating hours are Thursday through Monday from 9 AM to 5 PM.
All dates and times are subject to change. Please visit the park's website at www.nps.gov/mono, see us on Facebook @monocacynps, or call the Visitor Center at 301-662-3515 for updates and additional information. The Visitor Center is located at 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick MD 21704. Operating hours are Thursday through Monday from 9 AM to 5 PM.
