Agnostik
Park · MD

Fort Washington Park

Built to defend the river approach to Washington, DC, Fort Washington has stood sentry for over 200 years. As technologies advanced, so did Fort Washington from the brick and stone of the 19th century to the concrete and steel of the 20th century.

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Photos

Entrance way into historic Fort Washington
Fort Washington Entrance
Fort Washington Volunteers firing a cannon
Fort Washington Guard fires one of the park's cannons. Demonstrations are presented during the summer months April-October.
a green shoreline with small lighthouse along river at sunset
Fort Washington offers great views of the Potomac River, especially at sunset.
Picnic tables under a tree
Picnic areas available to reserve.
Men in blue army uniforms pose by a cannon.
Check out the park's cannon demonstrations to experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the past!
A female park ranger talks with a man and woman in a fort
A park ranger gives a tour of the fort

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Living History
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store