Leap Frogs Jump at Clifton Park: 9am-930am
The U.S. Navy Leap Frogs will jump into Clifton Park and be joined on land by JROTC, the U.S. Navy Color Guard and others.
Causes, Conflicts & Commemoration at Fort McHenry: 915am, 1015am, 1115 am, 515pm, 715pm
A park ranger explains the origins and progression of the War of 1812 and reviews how the conflict is remembered 200 years later. Help unroll the 30-by-42 foot, full-size replica Star-Spangled Banner flag at the exact site where it flew in 1814.
Young Defenders Program at Fort McHenry: 10am-4pm
At these hands-on activity stations, young visitors can learn about soldier life at Fort McHenry and discover how average Baltimoreans contributed to the city’s defense from the British.
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.
Ceremony at Battle Monument Plaza: 10am
Erected to honor the heroes of 1814, the Battle Monument has become a symbol of the city of Baltimore. It appears on the city flag, stationary, municipal buildings and vehicles. Join the Fort McHenry Guard in a short wreath-laying ceremony, join a 15-minute park ranger-led talk about the hidden allegories in the monument and discover how the Battle Monument represents the city and its defenders of 1814.
Farm to Galley- A Navy Chef Cookoff at the Inner Harbor: 11am-1230pm
Chefs from visiting Navy vessels will go head-to-head to make the best culinary creation from a bushel of locally sourced ingredients.
Spectacular Festival Villages at Inner Harbor, Fort McHenry and Martin State Airport: 11am-6pm
The Star-Spangled Spectacular Village at the Inner Harbor will feature hands-on fun for kids, cooking demonstrations with farm-to-table flair, concerts, exhibits, festival fare, sponsor giveaways and other activities.
Demo Kitchen & Brew Garden at the Inner Harbor: 11am-8pm
Presented by Chef Spike Gjerde of Woodberry Kitchen and Scott Plank of WarHorse, the Chesapeake Bay Demo Kitchen and Brew Garden will run throughout the weekend of September 12th-14th, and will feature a fascinating lineup of chefs, brewmasters, winemakers, and cidermakers from Baltimore, Washington D.C., and beyond.
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 Practice: 12pm-3pm
The Blue Angels team will practice for the Air Show. This is not considered an Air Show day; however, people along the flight path will observe the demonstration. Viewing areas listed for the weekends are not expecting visitors until Saturday.
Star-Spangled Friday Nights at National Aquarium: 5pm-730pm
Enjoy full access to the National Aquarium for $18.12. This special admission price honors Francis Scott Key right at the heart of the Inner Harbor.
Meet the Fleet Happy Hour at Inner Harbor Village: 6pm-8pm
Everyone is invited to the Inner Harbor Village for happy hour! The public can meet and greet visiting sailors from ships from around the world. There will be a DJ, food and drink specials, photo ops and special competitions with the crews!
O’er the Ramparts at CCBC Dundalk: 730pm
“O’er the Ramparts” is an original patriotic musical pageant the will premiere at the John E. Ravekes Theatre at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). The production chronicles the events before, during and after the Battle of Baltimore though the eyes of a 12-year old and 15-year old sister and brother living in Baltimore County and in the midst of the action.
