Sharpsburg
The town of Sharpsburg is a monument to sacrifice and fortitude. In 1763 the town was originally called Sharps Burgh, in honor of Governor Horatio Sharpe, and became the first […]
Jacob Rohrbach Inn Bed & Breakfast
Jacob Rohrbach Inn has landscaped grounds, gardens, porches, and patios. They offer special package add-ons to make your stay special. At mile marker 76.8, leave the towpath and turn right […]
The Inn at Antietam
The Inn at Antietam is a seven-acre property adjacent to the National Cemetery. Enjoy freshly baked bread each morning. They are dog- and family-friendly. At mile marker 76.8, leave the […]
Nutter’s Ice Cream
Nutter’s Ice Cream has been a family-owned business in Sharpsburg since 1996. They serve Hood and Turkey Hill ice cream, milkshakes, banana splits, and other treats. Nutter’s is a cash-only […]
Battleview Market
Battleview Market is a family-owned convenience store and restaurant. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and ice cream seasonally. They welcome visitors from the towpath and Antietam National battlefield. At […]
Captain Bender’s Tavern
Captain Bender’s Tavern serves American food and seafood. They have all you can eat wings on Wednesday, prime rib on Friday, and brunch on Sunday. At mile marker 76.8, leave […]
Pete’s Tavern
Pete’s Tavern is a town bar that serves sandwiches, burgers, and bar food and hosts karaoke nights and pool tournaments. At mile marker 76.8, leave the towpath and turn right […]
157th Anniversary of The Battle of Antietam Commemoration Weekend
[start-date] 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Commemoration of the 157th Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. Join us for a full weekend of ranger led talks, tours, and battlefield hikes. Volunteers […]
Dave Lange Duo @ Antietam Creek Vineyards
[start-date] 11:00 am – 5:00 pm What’s better than BBQ, blues, and cool wine on a hot summer’s day? We’re welcoming back the Dave Lange Duo to the winery. They’ll […]
Freedom’s Run Marathon; An Event for Health and Heritage
[start-date] 7:30 am – 2:00 pm Freedom’s Run is a marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 5k, and kids run. It includes Harper’s Ferry, the C&O Canal towpath, Shepherdstown, Antietam, and […]
Civil Ware Lecture Series – John Schidt
[start-date] 7:00 pm – 12:00 pm John Schildt – “People and Places at Antietam” Come hear leading historians and Antietam Battlefield Guides as they discuss intriguing topics of the Maryland […]
Civil War Lecture Series – Alex Rossino
[start-date] 7:00 pm – 12:00 pm Alex Rossino – “The Tale Untwisted: George McClellan and the Discovery of Lee’s Lost Orders, September 13, 1862” Come hear leading historians and Antietam […]
Washington County Gives Celebration at Stone Wall Tavern
[start-date] 6:00 pm – [end-date] 8:00 pm Join us at Stone Wall Tavern in Hagerstown for a Washington County Gives Celebration! We’ll be celebrating the spirit of philanthropy in Washington […]
Fourth Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
[start-date] 7:00 pm – 12:00 pm Once again, the Town of Sharpsburg will ring in the holiday season by lighting the town tree. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments and fun with […]
Sharpsburg
The town of Sharpsburg is a monument to sacrifice and fortitude. In 1763 the town was originally called Sharps Burgh, in honor of Governor Horatio Sharpe and became the first […]
Ferry Hill Plantation
The river crossing at Packhorse Ford, located about a mile downstream from Shepherdstown, could not meet the needs of a growing population. Thomas Van Swearingen began operating a ferry in […]
Antietam Battlefield
The single bloodiest day of any American war was recorded just up the road from the C&O Canal in Sharpsburg, MD. After a rousing victory at the Battle of Second […]