- East All Saints Street
The African American Resources, Cultural Heritage Society of Frederick County is committed to preserving and sharing the history and heritage of African American Culture of Frederick County. We seek to provide opportunities to share through lecture, display and tours, the impact…
- 48 E. Patrick St.
- 301-695-1864
Dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War - a story of care and healing, courage and devotion amidst death and destruction, while laying the foundation for modern medical care. The Museum is open Thursday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM…
- 24 E. Church St.
- 301-663-1188
Discover History Here! Begin your adventure at the Crossroads of American History with a self-guided tour of the Museum of Frederick County History. Explore Frederick County history through our exhibits, public programs, family “Hands-on-History” activities, optional guided…
- 124 N. Market St.
- 301-668-8922
Maryland Heritage Tours offers a variety of tour options, including: Candlelight Ghost Tours, Cemetery History Tours and Civil War Discovery Tours, both day and evening. Regularly Scheduled Tours and Private Group Tours on "Non-Scheduled" dates, available year-round.
- 20 W. Patrick St.
The Weinberg Center is a showcase for performing arts in Frederick that enhances our area’s cultural life. Frederick's historic 1926 movie palace is home to year-round quality entertainment: professional music, dance, and theater; classic movies, and family entertainment. The…
- 125 S. Carroll St., Ste. 103
- 301-624-4000
Colorful, fun electric bikes for sale and rent. There are plenty of good reasons to buy a Pedego, and the best reason is simple: It's fun! Sunday - 11:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - By Appointment Tuesday- By Appointment Wednesday - Closed Thursday - 11:00AM - 5:00PM Friday -11:00AM…
- 118 N. Court St.
- 240-505-6354
Join us for a walk through Historic Downtown Frederick, Maryland. The City of Clustered Spires . Discover the city’s rich historical and cultural heritage — from the early German settlement of “Fredericktowne” in 1745, through bustling industry and devastating floods, to the…
- 604 Valley Rd.
- 301-834-9950
Raft, tube, kayak, canoe the beautiful Shenandoah and Potomac rivers near Harpers Ferry and Antietam Creek. Bike rentals along the C&O Canal. Themed paddling tours and team-building. Bike & Hike shuttling services available, visit site or call to schedule shuttle service. Over 40…
- 37410 Adventure Center Lane
- 800-836-9911
Harpers Ferry Adventure Center, formerly BTI Whitewater / Butts Tubes, is located at the northern tip of Loudoun County, Virginia, near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. We offer a wide range of exciting and affordable outdoor adventures including: White Water Rafting, Water Tubing…
- 14707 Park Central Rd.
- 301-663-9388
Catoctin Mountain Park offers a wealth of scenery, wildlife, wildflowers, historic buildings, hiking trails, scenic drives, camping, and fly-fishing. Looking for something different? Try spending the night in a historic cabin in Camp Misty Mount; for reservations visit…
- 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd.
- 301-271-7574
Cunningham Falls State Park, located west of Thurmont in the beautiful Catoctin Mountains, is named for a 78-foot cascading waterfall. Hiking, swimming, hunting, fishing, picnicking, boating, playgrounds, 13 camper cabins, and 180 campsites in two areas available seasonally. The…
- 2929 Sumantown Rd.
Catoctin Creek Park is 139 acres of fun waiting for you to explore. The park has a nature center with two program rooms and a Discovery Room for your own drop in adventure. The facility and the park hours vary, so please contact the Parks and Recreation for more details at…
- 8511 Nature Center Place
- 301-600-4460
Fountain Rock Park is Frederick's first environmental park on 22.5 acres of historical, ecological and family-friendly land. Fountain Rock is listed with the Maryland Historical Trust. Park Hours Year Round 8 a.m. - Sunset Nature Center Hours Walk-Ins / Public Saturdays: 10 am…
TASTING ROOM TOURS
Take in the tastes of Frederick County wineries, breweries and distilleries by visiting our distinctive tasting rooms. For a list of our winery, brewery and distillery tasting rooms, download our brochure.
For tour packages:
- Vino 301: 301-807-2683
- A Touch of Class Limousines: 301-698-2650
- River & Trail Outfitters: 301-834-9950
On this specialty tour, discover all that the Sisters experienced around the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, and how they cared for the wounded on both sides. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore…
- Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with "Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour!" Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the…
- National Museum of Civil War Medicine
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Every Saturday at 10:30 AM and Sunday at 2:00 PM from April until September, docents from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine will explain how Frederick became “One Vast Hospital.” Arguably the most trying moment in city’s history came after the Battle of Antietam in the…
Experience the history and beauty of Downtown Frederick as knowledgeable guides share the fascinating stories that make up historic Frederick, Maryland. *Tour starts at the Museum of Frederick County History, 24 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701 Length: 90 minutes
Jesse James and his gang are on the loose. Expect an Old West raid on the train! We'll supply the loot for the robbery, and be aware that there will be the sound of gunfire. Experience the exciting sights, smells and sounds of steam! Ride behind a real, coal-fired steam…
- South Mountain Heritage Society
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
Stop in on the first Saturdays of the month (April-September) between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm to explore South Mountain Heritage Society's exhibits with hundreds of artifacts which tell the history of Burkittsville and the surrounding region. Visitors can also take a guided tour of…
- National Museum of Civil War Medicine
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
Every Saturday at 10:30 AM and Sunday at 2:00 PM from April until September, docents from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine will explain how Frederick became “One Vast Hospital.” Arguably the most trying moment in city’s history came after the Battle of Antietam in the…
- Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with "Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour!" Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the…
