The Civil War at Meridian Hill Park

Many people may not be aware that Meridian Hill park was actually once an encampment site for Civil War soldiers because it is a hill that offered soldiers an expansive view of the City of Washington which during the war was only a portion of the District of Columbia.  ......More

Many people may not be aware that Meridian Hill park was actually once an encampment site for Civil War soldiers because it is a hill that offered soldiers an expansive view of the City of Washington which during the war was only a portion of the District of Columbia.  Come and learn about the soldiers who were here including Private Robert Gould Shaw later commanding officer of one of the first Black regiments of the Civil War the 77th New York Infantry who returened to the city in 1864 to fight in the battle of Fort Stevens and the 1st United States Colored Infantry who came to Meridian Hil before mustering out of service at the White House.

Meridian Hill Park, Washington, DC

Monthly Shepherd Parkway Community Clean-Up

Come cleanup Shepherd Parkway with Ward 8 Woods!Meet at 555 Newcomb St SE at 10:30 AM to receive instructions and supplies (gloves, bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.) Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and bring water. Sign-up here: https://www.vo......More

Come cleanup Shepherd Parkway with Ward 8 Woods!Meet at 555 Newcomb St SE at 10:30 AM to receive instructions and supplies (gloves, bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.) Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and bring water. Sign-up here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/shepherd%20parkway 

555 Newcomb St SE Washington, DC 20032

Stories in Stone: Monuments at Battleground National Cemetery

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Was......More

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Washington, DC’s past is written in stone. As a part of the Freedom 250 commemoration, this program invites visitors to reflect on sacrifice, citizenship, and the enduring power of public memory.    Please note that parking is limited to public streets.   

Battleground National Cemetery is located at 6625 Georgia Avenue NW in Washington, DC.

Artillery of the Civil War Defenses of Washington

Join park rangers from the Civil War Defenses of Washington (CWDW) to discover the powerful artillery of the Civil War. Learn how massive cannons were used to defend Washington, explore the different types of ammunition fired from these “big guns,” and hear stories abou......More

Join park rangers from the Civil War Defenses of Washington (CWDW) to discover the powerful artillery of the Civil War. Learn how massive cannons were used to defend Washington, explore the different types of ammunition fired from these “big guns,” and hear stories about the soldiers who operated them during battle.

Fort Stevens is at the corner of 13th St NW and Quackenbos St NW, Washington, DC

Fort Mahan Park Monthly Litter Cleanup

Join the National Park Service to clean up and beutify Fort Mahan Park!Meet at 10:00 AM by the intersection of 42nd St NE and Grant St NE at the Fort Circle Park Hiker-Biker Trail sign. You'll then receive supplies and instructions before spending a lovely Sunday mornin......More

Join the National Park Service to clean up and beutify Fort Mahan Park!Meet at 10:00 AM by the intersection of 42nd St NE and Grant St NE at the Fort Circle Park Hiker-Biker Trail sign. You'll then receive supplies and instructions before spending a lovely Sunday morning volunteering in a historic park. Sign up here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/mahan 

42nd St NE &amp Grant St NE Washington DC 20019

Stories in Stone: Monuments at Battleground National Cemetery

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Was......More

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Washington, DC’s past is written in stone. As a part of the Freedom 250 commemoration, this program invites visitors to reflect on sacrifice, citizenship, and the enduring power of public memory.    Please note that parking is limited to public streets.   

Battleground National Cemetery is located at 6625 Georgia Avenue NW in Washington, DC.

Civil War Stuff: Flags

Join a ranger and explore the flags of the Civil War and the stories they carried into battle. Discover how soldiers used flags to communicate, inspire troops, and represent loyalty, identity, and cause during one of the most divided times in American history. 

Battleground National Cemetery, 6625 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC

Civil War Stuff: Flags

Join a ranger and explore the flags of the Civil War and the stories they carried into battle. Discover how soldiers used flags to communicate, inspire troops, and represent loyalty, identity, and cause during one of the most divided times in American history. 

Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington, DC

Fort DeRussy Civil War Hike: Defending the Capital

Join a ranger for a guided hike to Fort DeRussy, a Civil War site in Washington, DC. As you walk through the wooded landscape of Rock Creek Park, you’ll uncover how this fort helped protect the nation’s capital during a time of conflict. Along the way, learn about the s......More

Join a ranger for a guided hike to Fort DeRussy, a Civil War site in Washington, DC. As you walk through the wooded landscape of Rock Creek Park, you’ll uncover how this fort helped protect the nation’s capital during a time of conflict. Along the way, learn about the soldiers who lived and worked here and the challenges they faced while stationed in the field. At the fort, explore the earthworks that still stand today and imagine what life was like inside this military post. Rangers will share stories of daily routines, military strategy, and the experiences of those who served here. This hike offers a chance to experience history where it happened while connecting with the natural landscape that surrounds it. This program begins at the Rock Creek Park Nature Center.

The Rock Creek Park Nature Center is located at 5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington, DC 20015.

Before the Metro: Fort Totten Fights the Civil War

Step back into the Civil War and join a ranger-led walk through the remains of Fort Totten, one of the powerful forts built to defend Washington, DC. Discover how Fort Totten’s soldiers and artillery helped protect the nation’s capital during the Battle of Fort Stevens.......More

Step back into the Civil War and join a ranger-led walk through the remains of Fort Totten, one of the powerful forts built to defend Washington, DC. Discover how Fort Totten’s soldiers and artillery helped protect the nation’s capital during the Battle of Fort Stevens. 

Fort Totten Park runs along Fort Totten Drive NE

Monthly Shepherd Parkway Community Clean-Up

Come cleanup Shepherd Parkway with Ward 8 Woods!Meet at 555 Newcomb St SE at 10:30 AM to receive instructions and supplies (gloves, bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.) Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and bring water. Sign-up here: https://www.vo......More

Come cleanup Shepherd Parkway with Ward 8 Woods!Meet at 555 Newcomb St SE at 10:30 AM to receive instructions and supplies (gloves, bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.) Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and bring water. Sign-up here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/shepherd%20parkway 

555 Newcomb St SE Washington, DC 20032

Stories in Stone: Monuments at Battleground National Cemetery

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Was......More

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Washington, DC’s past is written in stone. As a part of the Freedom 250 commemoration, this program invites visitors to reflect on sacrifice, citizenship, and the enduring power of public memory.    Please note that parking is limited to public streets.   

Battleground National Cemetery is located at 6625 Georgia Avenue NW in Washington, DC.

History Happened Here: Fort Reno

Perched on the highest point in Washington, DC, Fort Reno, originally known as Fort Pennsylvania, once stood as a powerful guardian of the capital during the Civil War. Join a ranger to explore the story of the fort, the soldiers stationed there, and the vibrant communi......More

Perched on the highest point in Washington, DC, Fort Reno, originally known as Fort Pennsylvania, once stood as a powerful guardian of the capital during the Civil War. Join a ranger to explore the story of the fort, the soldiers stationed there, and the vibrant community of Reno City that emerged after the war, leaving a lasting mark on the city’s history. 

Fort Reno Park is at the corner of Chesapeake Street NW and Nebraska Avenue NW

Fort Mahan Park Monthly Litter Cleanup

Join the National Park Service to clean up and beutify Fort Mahan Park!Meet at 10:00 AM by the intersection of 42nd St NE and Grant St NE at the Fort Circle Park Hiker-Biker Trail sign. You'll then receive supplies and instructions before spending a lovely Sunday mornin......More

Join the National Park Service to clean up and beutify Fort Mahan Park!Meet at 10:00 AM by the intersection of 42nd St NE and Grant St NE at the Fort Circle Park Hiker-Biker Trail sign. You'll then receive supplies and instructions before spending a lovely Sunday morning volunteering in a historic park. Sign up here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/mahan 

42nd St NE &amp Grant St NE Washington DC 20019

Stories in Stone: Monuments at Battleground National Cemetery

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Was......More

Join a National Park Service ranger for a guided walk-through Battleground National Cemetery to explore Civil War monuments, their symbols, and the stories they were built to preserve. Discover how art, memory, and history come together in this quiet landscape where Washington, DC’s past is written in stone. As a part of the Freedom 250 commemoration, this program invites visitors to reflect on sacrifice, citizenship, and the enduring power of public memory.    Please note that parking is limited to public streets.   

Battleground National Cemetery is located at 6625 Georgia Avenue NW in Washington, DC.