Preserving the enduring legacy of the Star Spangled Banner

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Founded in 1984, the Friends of Fort McHenry is the recognized non-profit fundraising organization for Fort McHenry National Monument & Historic Shrine.

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Learn how you can support the Fort through membership, donation and volunteerism

Be a Star For the Fort!

By choosing to support the Friends of Fort McHenry through donation or membership, you are becoming an advocate for Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine and make it possible for the Friends to support the National Park Service in their mission.