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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineA closeup of stars and stripes on the large flag.
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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
Nature & Science

nature & science includes:

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Although the majority of visitors come to learn about the history of Fort McHenry, nature and science offer additional opportunities.
Jim Peters in the Fort McHenry Wetlands
A Stroll Through the Fort McHenry Wetlands
Jim Peters, Wetlands Ornithologist
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An aerial view of the students forming the Living American Flag.  

Did You Know?
Each May, 3,500 to 4,500 school children create the "Living American Flag" at Fort McHenry. The program is sponsored by The American Flag Foundation, Inc.
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Last Updated: January 09, 2009 at 10:27 EST