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Fort McHenry inspires as birthplace of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'
Eight Maryland artists are joining America 250 programming as Fort McHenry draws more than 300,000 visitors a year, park officials said.
- Fort McHenry in Baltimore, birthplace of 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' remains a vital source of inspiration for visitors and artists as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.
- Francis Scott Key wrote the iconic anthem 212 years ago after witnessing the British bombardment of the fort during the War of 1812, moved by the bravery of around 1,000 men who defended it.
- Maryland artist Schroeder Cherry is among eight artists visiting the fort aboard the Pride to capture its history. "There's nothing like an experience where you're actually on a boat, on the water," Cherry said.
- Christopher Sniezek, executive director of the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House, highlights the overlooked story of flag-maker Mary Pickersgill, whose work created the flag that signaled victory and represents community effort.
- Park ranger Shannon McLucas emphasizes the fort's enduring history of community defense, noting "all of these stories are what give meaning to the fabric that is flying over the fort." Officials expect record attendance this year.
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