Burkittsville points of interest

The Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest single day of battle in American history, took place on Sept. 17, 1862. The battlefield is a National Park that features a visitor center with bookstore, research center and theatre. Visitors can view an audio-visual program in the theatre, see the park through a self-conducted driving tour, or experience many of the interpretative programs. Antietam Battlefield National Park is about 20 miles from Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/anti/home.htm

Gathland State Park
George Alfred Townsend, "Gath" was one of the youngest correspondents of the Civil War, who later became one of Americas most important journalists and novelists. "Gath" purchased 100 acres on South Mountain and erected a monument to honor Civil War Correspondents, artists and photographers. The site is now Gathland State Park. Located about a mile from Burkittsville,GATHs War Correspondents Arch is a National Historic Monument. It was constructed in 1896 and stands fifty feet high and forty feet broad. There is a picnic shelter and museum on the site and you can access the Appalachian Trail through the park. http://www.southmountainbattlefield.org

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
This restored town changed hands many times during the Civil War. Its position on the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers was a critical factor. A railroad runs along the river and was instrumental in carrying supplies. This beautiful town has nearly been lost several times by flooding from the converging rivers. Shops, museums, programs. Campgrounds nearby. 22 milesfrom Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm

Historical Society of Frederick County
The Historical Society of Frederick County, founded in 1892, is one of the oldest county history organizations in the state of Maryland. The Societys museum and library, located at 24 East Church Street in Frederick collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Frederick County. Open 7 days a week, the museum is a must see, offering guided tours that will teach you about the history of the county from its founding in 1748 to the present. The research library is open Tuesday through Saturday and offers a wide array of historical and genealogical resources as well as a large photograph collection. http://www.hsfcinfo.org

Gettysburg, Pennslyvania National Historic Park
A three day battle was fought here July 1st, 2nd & 3rd , 1863, resulting in 53,000 casualties. The largest loss from a single battle during the Civil War. It was after this sad occurance that President Lincoln came to Pennsylvania and delivered his powerful ?Gettysburg Address.? Driving & walking tours, museums, and programs. About 1 hour from Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/gett/index.htm

Civil War Museum of Medicine
Frederick, Maryland An interesting collection of Civil War medical tools and techniques. Shopping & restaurants in old town Frederick. Exhibits, educational tours, special events, membership, annual conference, and museum store.30 minutes from Burkittsville. http://www.fredericktourism.org/

Mount Olivet Cemetery
Frederick, Maryland Francis Scott Key grave and numerous Civil War graves. Shopping & restaurants in old town Frederick. 30 minutes from Burkittsville. http://www.fredericktourism.org/

C & O Canal National Historic Park
This 185 mile canal towpath goes from Cumberland, MD to Washington, D.C. and was a super-highway in the 1800s. It now serves as a national park where bikers, hikers, and horseback riders take advantage of the scenic views and wide, flat trail. About 8 minutes from Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm

Appalachian Trail National Park
The scenic trail is a 2,167 mile footpath across the major valleys of the Appalachian Mountains from Maine to Georgia. Began by forestor Benton MacKaye and developed by volunteers, it was opened as a continuous trail in 1937 and more than 4000 volunteers contribute to the trail every year. You can access the trail in Gathland State Park, about a mile from Burkittsville. http://nps.gov/appa/index.htm

South Mountain State Battlefield Park
Civil War battles took place at Cramptons, Foxs & Turners Gaps on Sept. 14, 1862. The friends of South Mountain State Battlefield work to promote and preserve the battlefield. Currently two civil war museums are being developed. There are occasional civil war re-enactments, and educational outreach. 1 mile from Burkittsville. http://www.southmountainbattlefield.org


[scroll up] [scroll down] The Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest single day of battle in American history, took place on Sept. 17, 1862. The battlefield is a National Park that features a visitor center with bookstore, research center and theatre. Visitors can view an audio-visual program in the theatre, see the park through a self-conducted driving tour, or experience many of the interpretative programs. Antietam Battlefield National Park is about 20 miles from Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/anti/home.htm Gathland State Park George Alfred Townsend, "Gath" was one of the youngest correspondents of the Civil War, who later became one of Americas most important journalists and novelists. "Gath" purchased 100 acres on South Mountain and erected a monument to honor Civil War Correspondents, artists and photographers. The site is now Gathland State Park. Located about a mile from Burkittsville,GATHs War Correspondents Arch is a National Historic Monument. It was constructed in 1896 and stands fifty feet high and forty feet broad. There is a picnic shelter and museum on the site and you can access the Appalachian Trail through the park. http://www.southmountainbattlefield.org Harpers Ferry, West Virginia This restored town changed hands many times during the Civil War. Its position on the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers was a critical factor. A railroad runs along the river and was instrumental in carrying supplies. This beautiful town has nearly been lost several times by flooding from the converging rivers. Shops, museums, programs. Campgrounds nearby. 22 milesfrom Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm Historical Society of Frederick County The Historical Society of Frederick County, founded in 1892, is one of the oldest county history organizations in the state of Maryland. The Societys museum and library, located at 24 East Church Street in Frederick collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Frederick County. Open 7 days a week, the museum is a must see, offering guided tours that will teach you about the history of the county from its founding in 1748 to the present. The research library is open Tuesday through Saturday and offers a wide array of historical and genealogical resources as well as a large photograph collection. http://www.hsfcinfo.org Gettysburg, Pennslyvania National Historic Park A three day battle was fought here July 1st, 2nd & 3rd , 1863, resulting in 53,000 casualties. The largest loss from a single battle during the Civil War. It was after this sad occurance that President Lincoln came to Pennsylvania and delivered his powerful ?Gettysburg Address.? Driving & walking tours, museums, and programs. About 1 hour from Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/gett/index.htm Civil War Museum of Medicine Frederick, Maryland An interesting collection of Civil War medical tools and techniques. Shopping & restaurants in old town Frederick. Exhibits, educational tours, special events, membership, annual conference, and museum store.30 minutes from Burkittsville. http://www.fredericktourism.org/ Mount Olivet Cemetery Frederick, Maryland Francis Scott Key grave and numerous Civil War graves. Shopping & restaurants in old town Frederick. 30 minutes from Burkittsville. http://www.fredericktourism.org/ C & O Canal National Historic Park This 185 mile canal towpath goes from Cumberland, MD to Washington, D.C. and was a super-highway in the 1800s. It now serves as a national park where bikers, hikers, and horseback riders take advantage of the scenic views and wide, flat trail. About 8 minutes from Burkittsville. http://www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm Appalachian Trail National Park The scenic trail is a 2,167 mile footpath across the major valleys of the Appalachian Mountains from Maine to Georgia. Began by forestor Benton MacKaye and developed by volunteers, it was opened as a continuous trail in 1937 and more than 4000 volunteers contribute to the trail every year. You can access the trail in Gathland State Park, about a mile from Burkittsville. http://nps.gov/appa/index.htm South Mountain State Battlefield Park Civil War battles took place at Cramptons, Foxs & Turners Gaps on Sept. 14, 1862. The friends of South Mountain State Battlefield work to promote and preserve the battlefield. Currently two civil war museums are being developed. There are occasional civil war re-enactments, and educational outreach. 1 mile from Burkittsville. http://www.southmountainbattlefield.org