Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is the story of...
Industrial Development and the production of weapons at the Harpers Ferry armory.
John Brown's Raid and his attempt to end slavery.
The Civil War with Union and Confederate armies fighting over this border area for four years.
Black History from slavery to Storer College - chartered to educate men and women of all races, it became one of the first institutions of higher learning for Black Americans.
Explore Harpers Ferry's past!
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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Harpers Ferry NHP contains almost 3,000 acres to preserve the history and scenery of the Harpers Ferry area. Enjoy a safe visit to one or more of these park areas:
(1) Lower Town
Relive 19th-century Harpers Ferry through restored buildings, exhibits, media presentations, and ranger-conducted talks and programs. Allow 3-6 hours
(2) Virginius Island
Explore the ruins of a once-thriving 19th-century industrial town along the Shenandoah River. 1-2 hours
(3) Camp Hill
Visit Harper Cemetery and examine old armory buildings devastated by civil war and returned to use as classrooms for Storer College. 1-2 hours
(4) Maryland Heights
Hike to discover ruins of Civil War forts and campgrounds and savor the spectacular views. 3-6 hours
(5) Loudoun Heights
Ascend the Blue Ridge via the historic and scenic Appalachian Trail, and relish the splendid mountain vistas. 3-5 hours
(6) Bolivar Heights
Walk in the footsteps of Abraham Lincoln and Stonewall Jackson. This location also affords a splendid view of the Harpers Ferry water gap. 1-2 hours
(7) Union Skirmish Line
Site of the final infantry engagement during 1862 battle. 1 hour
(8) Jackson's Right Flank
From this position, Jackson orchestrated movements sealing the fate of the Federals. 1 hour
(9) Short Hill
Reclaimed by nature, Short Hill was once the site of a water-powered industrial community
Marker is on Shenandoah Street, on the right when traveling north.
Courtesy hmdb.org
