The Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place is the first monument in the U.S. dedicated to President George Washington. Houses a gallery, the stair tower and lookout.
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
(410) 962-4290
Best known for its role in the War of 1812, when American troops defeated a British navy fleet, the site was also the inspiration for “The Star-Spangled Banner,” written by Francis Scott Key, who witnessed the battle and America’s victory.