Location: Sharpsburg
Top Things to do in Sharpsburg
What to do and see in Sharpsburg, Maryland (MD): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Sharpsburg is a town in Washington County, Maryland, United States, located approximately 13 miles (21 km) south of Hagerstown. The population was 705 at the 2010 census.
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1. Antietam National Battlefield
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5.0 based on 1,373 reviews
The Bloodiest One Day Battle in American History: 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln's issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Antietam National Battlefield is located in western Maryland, 10 miles south of Hagerstown in Washington County. The best place to start your visit is at the park visitor center. The GPS address for the visitor center is 5831 Dunker Church Road, Sharpsburg, Maryland, 21782. We have brochures, museum exhibits, a film, a museum store, and park rangers and volunteers on duty to help you get oriented. The battlefield is approximately 3,000 acres that you can explore in your car or by walking. Operating Hours & Seasons: Open All Year, The Visitor Center is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park Grounds are open daylight hours. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day The park has an entrance fee of $5.00 Per Person (age 16 or older; 15 and under FREE) or $10.00 Per Vehicle.
Reviewed By TrojanSkyCop1 - Reston, United States
After first reading about the Battle of Antietam way back in 1985 as a mere 10 y/o lad, it was so great to finally see it up close and personal. Sorry I’m 3 weeks late with posting these, but anyway, here are the pics from my trip to Antietam Battlefield on the last weekend of August. I had an amazing tour guide by the name of Justin Mayhue, a retired Fire Chief who personally knows/knew American Civil War authors such as Perry Jamieson (author of “Attack and Die”) and the late Joseph L. Harsh (“Taken at the Flood”). Justin has an incredible wealth of knowledge!
2. R.C.M. History Tours
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5.0 based on 68 reviews
RCM History Tours offers battlefield guided tours of the MD campaign, as well as Harpers Ferry and walking tours.
3. Antietam Battlefield Guides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 280 reviews
Antietam Battlefield Guides have been thoroughly tested, mentored, and certified by the National Park Service to lead tours at Antietam National Battlefield, 1862 Battle of Harpers Ferry, and South Mountain Battlefield. ABG offers a variety of tours including the 3-hr standard tour, 4-hr extended tour, 6-hr Antietam Plus tour, and the 8-hr Campaign tour.
4. Antietam Creek Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By HappyNewlywed08 - Philadelphia, United States
I strongly recommend a stop here if you are visiting the battlefields or anywhere in the area. It was so much better than we expected. First, the wine is good. Often we stop at local wineries and the wine is just so-so or not good at all. The wine here is GOOD. You get 3 white and 2 red samples in a 5 wine tasting for $10. The 4 adults with me liked all of them. It was a gorgeous day. The property is beautiful. There are a ton of picnic benches. A lot of people finished the tastings, purchased a bottle or full glass and sat around the picnic tables. Some brought their own nibbles like cheese and crackers. Our kids sat on a towel near our picnic table and ate goldfish crackers relaxed. It is not stuffy at all. The husband and wife owner were extremely friendly and welcoming. I am not sure whether there is indoor seating or tasting but it is perfect outside with nice weather. I can't say enough good things about this place.
5. Antietam National Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Part of the National Cemetery System, this site is where more than 4,776 Union soldiers are buried from the historic battle of Antietam, Monocacy and other military actions in Maryland.
6. Antietam Creek
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
A gentle stream that winds through 22 miles of beautiful scenery and past sites steeped in historical significance; a pleasurable trip for paddlers and other sightseers.
Reviewed By miiailliano - Mount Airy, United States
Antietam Creek is now my favorite place to kayak. It takes us about 4 hours to go from Devil’s Backbone to Burnside Bridge. There are a few challenging areas to maneuver through, which keeps the trip exciting. I wouldn’t take a beginner there unless they have a guide. It’s so peaceful and beautiful, and lots of wildlife! Weekdays are best, weekends can get crowded with tubers. We’ve seen a Barred Owl (!!), beavers, Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, and numerous birds, deer. Serenity at it’s best!!
7. Burnside's Bridge
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4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By TrojanSkyCop1 - Reston, United States
After first reading about the Battle of Antietam way back in 1985 as a mere 10 y/o lad, it was so great to finally see the iconic bridge it up close and personal. I hasten to add that I had an amazing tour guide by the name of Justin Mayhue, a retired Fire Chief who personally knows/knew American Civil War authors such as Perry Jamieson (author of “Attack and Die”) and the late Joseph L. Harsh (“Taken at the Flood”). Justin has an incredible wealth of knowledge!
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