Historical Parks

Hangout at Belle Grove Plantation with a National Park Service ranger. Join a conversation about the region ’ s long record of human settlement while enjoying a panoramic view of the Shenandoah Valley. Learn why this landscape was important during the Civil War and how the community preserves it as a national park . This is a regular recurring program from May 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026. Wednesdays - Saturdays at 11:30 am Sundays at 2:30 pm

Visitors are invited to join a short tour and talk at the Cumberland Terminus Visitor Center exploring the history of the Potomac River corridor as a vital transportation route through the Appalachian Mountains. The program highlights the active years of the C&O Canal while also examining the people, trade, and ideas that moved through the region before the canal was built and after its operations ended. Through stories of transportation, industry, and daily life, participants will gain a broader understanding of the canal’s role in shaping the region’s history.

Join a Ranger for a Decisive Day Talk! Throughout the summer season, join Park staff or a volunteer outside of the Bunker Hill Lodge for a "Decisive Day Talk." These talks provide an overview of the Battle of Bunker Hill and its memory. Hear the stories of the colonial militiamen who constructed the redoubt where the Bunker Hill Monument stands today. Consider the experiences of British soldiers who sustained substantial casualties in pursuit of this position. Learn about the early inspiration for a Monument to commemorate this early battle of the American Revolutionary War and the individuals and community effort it took to construct. 2026 Season (May 23 - September 27) Tuesday through Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm. These talks are typically 15-20 minutes in length. If there is poor weather, these talks may be moved inside to the Bunker Hill Museum or cancelled.

In 1774 Paul Revere and his neighbors in the North End were forced to make difficult and dangerous choices. As sides were drawn, both Patriots and Loyalists labeled the other "enemies to this country." Join a National Park Service Ranger for a free 75 minute walk and decide who the real "Enemies to This Country" were in the months before the breakout of the War for Independence. Tours begin inside the Faneuil Hall Visitor Center and end at Old North Church, covering about 0.5 miles. 2026 Season (May 23 - October 11) Join a Ranger for Enemies to this Country Tour Wednesday through Sunday at 11 am. *In case of weather, Rangers will offer an indoor option in the basement of Faneuil Hall, also known as the "Find Your Park Space."

Rangers provide FREE Faneuil Hall talks Tuesday through Sunday at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm. Each talk lasts about 15 minute. No registration is required.

During the late 19th and early 20th century, 30-foot long launch boats traveled the canal for leisure and business, contrasting greatly with the 90 foot mule-drawn cargo boats that usually dominated the canal. Tours are limited to 10 people. Tickets are first come, first served, day of tour. Ticket sign-up opens at the visitor center one hour prior to start of tour. Tickets cannot be reserved in advanced. The tour lasts approximately 45-60 minutes. Tour Times: 10:00 AM, 11:30AM, 1:00PM, 2:30PM. *Animals are not allowed with the exception of service animals. Inclement weather, including high winds, rain, and extreme heat may cause tours to be cancelled.

Join a Ranger for a 'Muskets, Men, and Liberty' Program! Who fought in the Battle of Bunker Hill? Listen to a ranger dressed in period clothing discuss why three men from different backgrounds stepped onto the battlefield. They each had different ambitions, motivations, and concerns. The program concludes with a musket firing demonstration! 2026 Season (May 23 - September 27) Saturdays at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, and 3:30 pm. Programs are held outside the Bunker Hill Monument and last approximately 30 minutes.

Hangout at Belle Grove Plantation with a National Park Service ranger. Join a conversation about the region ’ s long record of human settlement while enjoying a panoramic view of the Shenandoah Valley. Learn why this landscape was important during the Civil War and how the community preserves it as a national park . This is a regular recurring program from May 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026. Wednesdays - Saturdays at 11:30 am Sundays at 2:30 pm

Join us for our Music on the Canal program! Musicians from the Northern Virginia Dulcimer Group will they share their interpretations of 19th century music and perform songs on a variety of historical instruments, including dulcimers, banjo, and upright bass. Stop in to listen and learn about music of the canal era during your visit! Event may take place outside or indoors depending on the weather.

Built in 1801 by Abner Cloud, Jr., the house is considered one of the finest examples of Federal architecture in Washington D.C. Pre-dating the construction of the C&O Canal, the home of Abner Cloud served as the center of the family farm and fishing business. Tour the Abner Cloud House and learn more about early 19th century farming, architecture, and the people who lived and worked on the property. The three-story, stone home is operated in parntership with The Colonial Dames of America and is open for tours on the first Sunday of each month from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm. The Abner Cloud House is located at Fletchers Cove . Admission to Fletchers Cove and the Abner Cloud House is free.

In commemoration of the Federal Holiday, Golden Spike National Historical Park Visitor Center and Engine House will be closed.

In celebration of the Federal Holiday, Golden Spike National Historical Park Visitor Center and Engine House will be closed.