- TripBuzz found 123 things to do with kids in or near Sharpsburg, Maryland, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frederick, Hagerstown, Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry.
- From Pry House Field Hospital Museum to Antietam Creek, the Sharpsburg area offers 98 different types of family activities, including: Historic Sites, History Museums, Bridges and Historic Buildings.
- Founded in 1763, the community of Sharpsburg is steeped in Civil War history. The site of many battles, the city is a popular tourist destination for it's historical battlefield sites, scenic parks and caverns. Home to just over 700 residents, the small nostalgic community offers water recreation opportunities in the Potomac River.
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Harpers Ferry Center, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a 2,184-mile long public footpath that was constructed by volunteers over the course of 16 years. The Appalachian Conservatory Trail was organized to help protect the trail.
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171 Shoreline Drive, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Costumed park staff and volunteers present historical vignettes throughout Harpers Ferry National Park on some days, while on other days, visitors can take classes to learn to knit, raise a garden, and bake bread. Visitors can also hike and fish at the park.
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Through music, photos, and wax figures, the John Brown Wax Museum tells the story of John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry. John Brown led an attempt in 1859 to stop slavery, and his story became the popular Battle Hymn of the Republic song.
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Overlooking the Potomac River, Jefferson Rock is a rock formation along the Appalachian trail. The rock offers stunning panoramic views of the river and surrounding wilderness areas, and is accessible by hiking.
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Greenbrier State Park is home to a large man-made freshwater lake complete with a beach and a separate swim area, accompanied with a number of multi-purpose nature trails, campsites, picnic areas and more.
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408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Offering above ground experiences, Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry has 72 challenge elements spread across six courses to choose from. Activities include rope and log bridges, zip lines, and rock walls.
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An expansive collection of memorabilia can be found at the Civil War Living History Museum. War relics, documents, and knowledgeable hosts are part of every tour. History buffs and curious visitors alike find something of interest to touch and experience.
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408 Alstadis Hill Rd, Harpers Ferry, WV
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For 2.5 to 3 hours, visitors to Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tour can zip across eight ziplines reaching heights up to 800 feet. Guests can see the area's wildlife from the same height as most of the trees.
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43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
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Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.