Star-Spangled Site: Mary Pickersgill, the flagmaker who made the huge U.S. flag – the Star-Spangled Banner – that flew over Fort McHenry, is buried here.
Star-Spangled Site: This is thee home and workplace of Mary Pickersgill, who made the 30' x 42' U.S. flag that flew over Fort McHenry.
Star-Spangled Site: This is the final resting place for numerous War of 1812 veterans, including James McHenry, Samuel Smith, and John Stricker.
Star-Spangled Site: The wooden dome of the state house, the largest in the U.S., was used as an observation station for British movements on the Chesapeake Bay during the War of 1812.
Stay cool at the Zoo this August! Every Tuesday guests will receive a 25% discount admission and every Thursday the Zoo stays open until 7pm, offering live music as you stroll through the park.
