Union & Unity at Fort McHenry: 915am, 515pm, 615pm, 715pm
Discover how the feelings of inspiration and unity many felt at seeing the American flag during the tragedy of 9/11 were similar to those felt by Francis Scott Key in 1814.
200th March of the Defenders at Patterson Park and Battle Acre Park: 10am, 11am, 130pm
Five hundred uniformed men and women of the Maryland Army National Guard will march the 6-mile route along the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail that Maryland’s Defenders – the Maryland Militia – marched 200 years ago to defend Baltimore and the nation from the British invasion.
While Mary Pickersgill is credited with sewing the original Star-Spangled Banner, the flag was also worked on by her African American indentured servant, Grace Wisher. This 13-year girl is the inspiration behind the exhibition.
In Full Glory Reflected at Maryland Historical Society: 10am-5pm
The Maryland Historical Society proudly re-launches its critically acclaimed exhibit, “In Full Glory Reflected: Maryland in the War of 1812″ with new objects and artifacts, including the original pistol and spyglass owned by Commodore Joshua Barney, commander of the Chesapeake Bay Flotilla. These objects are on view for the first time ever from Barney’s descendants.
9/11 Commemoration and Flag Ceremony at Fort McHenry: 11am-12pm
Join first responders from New York and Baltimore, the Fort McHenry Guard and living historians as they honor those whose lives were lost on September 11, 2001. The commemorative ceremony will include music, remarks relating the Battle of Baltimore and 9/11, and a wreath laying.
Anthem of Libery IMAX Film at Maryland Science Center: 1130am-430pm
See the story behind the song. “Star Spangled Banner—Anthem of Liberty” is a 25-minute giant-screen film exploring the events of the War of 1812, playing daily at theMaryland Science Center. Re-live the bombardment of Fort McHenry and the story behind the making of the flag that grew to symbolize the resolve of America.
Free Public Ship Tours at the Inner Harbor: 12pm-5pm
Star-Spangled Spectacular will feature more than 30 naval vessels and tall ships from the United States, England, Canada, Norway, Germany, Spain and Turkey. The ships will be open September 11 – 15 for public visitation. Ships berthed at the Inner Harbor, Fell’s Point and North Locust Point are generally open for touring from 12 noon until 5 PM.
Blue Angels Circle Maneuvers: Afternoon
Various combinations of the Blue Angels’ team members will fly familiarization maneuvers along the expected flight path. This is not considered an Air Show day.
Firing of the Alarm Gun at Fort McHenry: 3pm
Cannon fire from Fort McHenry and Federal Hill will mark 200 years since the firing of the “alarm gun” that warned the residents of Baltimore of the impending approach of the British army and navy.
Mysteries of the Manuscript at The Walters Art Museum: 6pm-7pm
Discover the mysteries of the Star-Spangled Banner manuscript, once a part of the Walters collection and now permanently at the Maryland Historical Society. Elissa O’Loughlin, former senior paper conservator at the Walters Art Museum and the National Archives and Records Administration will lead the discussion.
Special Author Event at Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Library, Poe Room: 630pm
As part of the Star-Spangled 200 celebration, the Pratt Library invites you to meet and hear historian Marc Leepson talk about his new book, What So Proudly We Hailed.
