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    National Museum of Civil War Medicine - 01.21.25

    National Museum of Civil War Medicine

    4.4(45 reviews)
    37.1 mi

    Military Museum [Frederick MD]…read more We had some time on our last day in MD before heading to the airport... from Linthicum Heights we drove some 50 miles to Frederick. We found a spot on a metered street parking in front of the museum. Admission is $9.50/adult. The museum is dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War. There are a lot to see... and learn. The exhibits were great and educational. We learned how the creation of Civil War medicine impacted the present day. Each gallery offered different exhibits following through the footsteps of the soldiers and surgeons and the harsh conditions and personal sacrifices they went through. I can't even imagine how they evacuate the wounded... an "ambulance" then was a wagon pulled by two horses and carted off to a medical facility. Or how about how they did amputations, amputations were the most common surgical operation during the conflict with more than 60,000 being performed. The wounded soldiers suffered different mortality rates depending on where the amputation took place on the body. There are two floors of exhibits. Stairs and an elevator are accessible to the top floor. There are bathrooms on both levels. I am not in the medical field and found the museum very interesting and educational. We didn't expect to stay as long as we did. We even got a parking ticket when we got back to our car ¯\_('~')_/¯ Review #3674

    Two floors of exquisitely curated North and South artifacts. Plan on spending at least 90 minutes…read morehere. Public parking lot around the corner, very convenient; also street parking with meters. Charming, safe neighborhood.

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    National Museum of Civil War Medicine - 01.21.25 Stretcher bearers suffered heavy casualties through the war

    01.21.25 Stretcher bearers suffered heavy casualties through the war

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    National Museum of Civil War Medicine - 01.21.25 amputations were the most common surgical operation during the conflict with more than 60,000 being performed

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    01.21.25 amputations were the most common surgical operation during the conflict with more than 60,000 being performed

    Monocacy National Battlefield - 01.21.25 the site of the Battle of Monocacy in the American Civil War fought on July 9, 1864

    Monocacy National Battlefield

    4.6(44 reviews)
    35.2 mi

    If you love history, specifically civil war history, make this a stop if you're in the area. Stop…read moreby the visitor's center first and pick up some guides & pamphlets to guide you on your journey through. Make sure you have a car, if not you'll be setting aside the whole day trying to walk it. Are you a jogger/cyclist? Love the outdoors? Then also make this a stop, maybe you'll learn something and pick up a few interests on your morning run. Do you fall into none of the previous categories? Well, maybe avoid it. Most of it just looks like big empty fields - it kind of is exactly that to the non-enthusiasts and imagination-deprived. The whole thing is free (including parking) for a budget friendly experience. My cons: 1). some portions lacked proper explanation as to what you were looking at. The "Grist Mill" location on the map did not have a mill. There was an office building with a "do not enter" sign and a small run down shack. Were either of those a mill? Sure didn't look like it. Did the mill just USED to stand here years ago? Who knows. As an actual history enthusiast I would've appreciated the ability to explore the historic buildings more. Several very old farmhouses related to the battle still stand and look in decent shape! Perhaps the budget does not allow, but it would be nice to place an employee at these places and allow people to tour. Also upon peering through the windows, it would seem a lot of history has been lost. The insides are barren and empty. Many times it felt like you'd get somewhere, step out and look at a field, then hop back in and go to the next place. This is coming from someone ACTUALLY interested. I'm not sure what the solution is, but I'm sure there's something they could do to make the experience a bit more compelling.

    For history lovers, there's much to see at Monocacy National Battlefield. For non-history lovers…read morewho find all Civil War battlefields to be just boring fields, there's something for you too. For the history lovers: 1) Monuments: There are several monuments to stop and see that honor the fallen soldiers. 2) Buildings: From the new visitors center to a historic farm, there's plenty to see. Grist Mill, used as a Union field hospital, is worth a visit as well as Edgewood, a beautiful old home behind it. The Thomas House where civilians hid during the battle is worth a stop too. 3) Trails: There are several that offer beautiful views of the river. The trail by Grist Mill is family-friendly and popular for local families. Entrance is free!

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    Monocacy National Battlefield - Museum in Visitor Center at Monocacy National Battlefield

    Museum in Visitor Center at Monocacy National Battlefield

    Monocacy National Battlefield - 01.21.25 Monocacy Junction, where a Civil War battle determined the fate of the capital

    01.21.25 Monocacy Junction, where a Civil War battle determined the fate of the capital

    Monocacy National Battlefield - 01.21.25 the historic site of the 1864 Battle of Monocacy, located near Frederick, MD

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    01.21.25 the historic site of the 1864 Battle of Monocacy, located near Frederick, MD

    Manumission Tour Company - Torpedo Factory

    Manumission Tour Company

    4.7(30 reviews)
    42.5 mi

    Great experience from start to finish! Scheduling the tour was quick and easy online using the…read morelink my friend sent me. The guide was knowledgeable and responsive to the group's many questions. There are so many stories left untold in our history books and our guide introduced us to early luminaries in the Black community in Alexandria, like doctors, civil rights attorneys, property developers and organizers of churches and social clubs. We even visited a cemetery from the 1800s where freedmen were buried after the war. Standing there, I had such a powerful feeling. These were REAL people, not just faceless characters from a book. Know before you go: This is a small, locally owned and operated business. Don't expect 24/7 operators to take your call. If you are from out of town, it gets hot here in the summer! Our guide had water bottles for us and the bus was air conditioned (not on arctic blast but it was nice). Do expect a caring and personal experience. You'll be glad you went!

    We had a WONDERFUL time on this black history tour in Alexandria - as we are originally not from…read morehere, we really appreciated learning the lesser known stories of Africans and African Americans, enslaved and freed, throughout Old Town. We've spent the past year enjoying the sights and restaurants of Old Town waterfront so we were excited to learn about the history of the black community here. John Chapman was an excellent tour guide - highly recommend this tour company for anyone living or visiting in Alexandria, particularly families and schools!

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    Manumission Tour Company - Alexandria City Hall

    Alexandria City Hall

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    Manumission Tour Company

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