Baltimore Civil War Museum
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor
Nearest Train: Shot Tower/Market Place
Phone: +1 410 385 5188
Fax: +1 410 385 5189
Website | Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
The restored President Street Station, built in 1849, was first a stop on the Underground Railroad. On April 19, 1861, it became the site of the first casualties of the Civil War. The 6th Massachusetts Regiment stopped in Baltimore to switch trains and clashed with Southern sympathizers. Firing ensued. Four soldiers and 12 civilians were killed. Exhibits and walking tours chronicle the story of the 6th regiment. Admission charge is USD4 for adults and USD3 for students and senior citizens. Call for family and group rates.
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First casualties of Civil War
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor
Nearest Train: Shot Tower/Market Place
Phone: +1 410 385 5188
Fax: +1 410 385 5189
Website | Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
The restored President Street Station, built in 1849, was first a stop on the Underground Railroad. On April 19, 1861, it became the site of the first casualties of the Civil War. The 6th Massachusetts Regiment stopped in Baltimore to switch trains and clashed with Southern sympathizers. Firing ensued. Four soldiers and 12 civilians were killed. Exhibits and walking tours chronicle the story of the 6th regiment. Admission charge is USD4 for adults and USD3 for students and senior citizens. Call for family and group rates.
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I always enjoy my visits here!
The museum is very small, but has a wealth of information on how Baltimore and the State of Maryland...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Baltimore, MD on Jun 04 2005
