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Antietam National Battlefield
For Teachers

Thank you for your interest in Antietam National Battlefield. Ranger-led curriculum-based programs are offered year round to school groups, scout troops, elder hostels, summer camps, ROTC, and other educational groups at Antietam Battlefield’s Mumma Farm Education Center. These programs are free, but must be reserved in advance. Park rangers also offer training/professional development seminars for teacher groups with advance reservations.

Also available on-line: downloadable curriculum materials to enhance classroom learning and teacher packets with pre- and post-visit activities to help prepare students for their on-site visit.

Henry Kyd Douglas  

Did You Know?
Henry Kyd Douglas, the youngest staff officer for Gen. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson was a native of the Sharpsburg area. His family home was just 4 miles west of the Battlefield. His uniform and personal library are part of the Battlefield collection.

Last Updated: December 09, 2008 at 16:45 EST