Harpers Ferry National Historical Park – John Brown’s Legacy: Beyond the Gallows

Special programs will feature the US Marines who captured Brown, militia drill, ladies fair booth in support of the local militia, a northern reaction anti-slavery musical performance, a political rally, and tribute to the former mayor killed in the raid.

Getting There & Details

Address
P.O. Box 65
Phone
304-535-6298
Website
www.nps.gov/hafe/home.htm
Map
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More Things to Do

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Arts, Crafts & Olde Tyme Christmas Craft Show

Please join us for the 12th annual Arts, Crafts & Olde Tyme Christmas Craft Show…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Civil War Preservation Trust Park Day

Volunteers interested in history and presevation will work together at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park.…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Harper’s Ferry National Historical Park – Niagara Centennial Commemoration – Niagara: A Story of Freedom

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park – A Soldiers City: Harpers Ferry 1864

Experience a town with southern loyalties garrisoned by Union soldiers. Living history volunteers from 142nd…

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