Children's Museum of Rose Hill Manor, The 1611 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-694-1646 or 301-694-1650, 800-999-3613, The first rural hands-on history museum in the United States designed for elementary school aged children, this delightful museum provides daily history tours up to two hours with exhibits including the manor house, gardens, a blacksmith shop, carriage collection, log cabin, and an ice house. Rose Hill Manor is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open daily from April to October. more... 

Community Bridge Mural Between East Patrick & East All Saints Streets, 301-228-2888, An award-winning, large scale trompe l'oeil, "fool the eye," mural that transformed a plain concrete bridge into a permanent illusion of an old, ivy-covered stone bridge.  more...

Crumland Farms Corn Maze 7612 Willow Road, Frederick, MD 21702, 301-845-8099, Perfect for weekend parties, corporate events, field trips, youth groups, and family outings, this five and a half acre twisting and turning corn maze is situated in the middle of a real working cornfield and is truly an "a-MAZE-ing" way to spend a fun filled day. more... 

Frederick Putt-Putt Golf & Game 192 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702, 301-694-0020, The best in family entertainment is provided at this fun venue which includes a miniature golf course, laser tag, baseball and softball, water play, and a video arcade. 

Barbara Fritchie House 154 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-698-0630 or 301-698-8992, This is the reconstructed home of Civil War heroine, Barbara Fritchie, who was immortalized by John Greenleaf Whittier's poem "The Ballad of Barbara Fritchie" for confronting troops during the Civil War. Tours of the house and garden are available. 

Beatty-Cramer Architectural Museum (circa 1732) 9010 Liberty Road, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-668-2086 or 301-668-6088, The Beatty-Cramer House is the oldest known and most architecturally unique standing structure in Frederick County. In-fact it is considered one of the six most important historical houses in Maryland, according to the Maryland Historical Trust. The Beatty-Cramer House Architectural Museum includes three buildings: the Main House, which includes the Beatty House and the 1855 Cramer Addition, the stone Spring House, and the smokehouse. The museum is open for tours the first Saturday of each month from April through October from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and other times by appointment. more... 

Catoctin Aqueduct 2711 Lander Road, Jefferson, MD 21755, 301-228-2888, 800-999-3613, One of 11 stone aqueducts on the 184-mile long C&O Canal, the Catoctin Aqueduct is a historic canal structure, built in 1832-34 at the 51.5 mile mark of the C&O Canal, which is being restored due to its prolific effect on the transportation, structural, cultural, and social fabric of Frederick County, the Village of Lander, the C&O Canal, the State of Maryland, and the United States. The goal is to make it appear as it did in the 19th century with cut stones, wrought iron rails, and three stone arches.  more... 

City Hall & Courthouse Square (circa 1862) 101 North Court Street, Frederick, MD 21701, "One of the prettiest courthouse squares in America," this Victorian-style building is surrounded by a courtyard which is the location of what is thought to be the first public uprising against the monarchist rule in 1765, when local citizens assembled and burned effigies regarding the Stamp Act. The courtyard features busts of Maryland's first governor, Thomas Johnson and Supreme Court Justice, Roger B. Taney.

Evangelical Lutheran Church 35 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-663-6361, The current structure, which served as a hospital during the Civil War, was completed in 1854, having replaced a log building built in 1746. A bell in the west tower was cast in England and shipped here in 1771. Evangelical Lutheran Church has served the people of the Frederick area since 1738.  more...

Loy's Station Covered Bridge (circa 1848) Old Frederick Road, Frederick, MD 21788, Located South of Route 77 in Thurmont, 800-999-3613, Original timbers remain throughout the 90-foot long Kingpost design structure crossing Owens Creek. An adjoining park has picnic tables and a play area.  more...

National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 333 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727, 301-447-6606, The first native-born North American canonized saint and founder of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Joseph's, Elizabeth Ann Seton, lived here from 1809 until her death in 1821. Here she founded Saint Joseph's Academy and Free School, the first free Catholic School for girls staffed by sisters in the United States. Shrine sites visitors are able to see include a museum, the Basilica, where the remains of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton are entombed, Stone House (circa 1786), White House (1810), and the cemetery which was her original burial place and the final resting place some of her family members and many of the early Sisters of Charity. more... 

Prospect Hall Mansion (circa 1803) 889 Butterfly Lane, Frederick, MD 21703, 301-662-4418, Built on the highest elevation in Frederick City, Red Hill, this historic mansion has hosted many popular visitors. It was the site of General Meade's takeover of the Army of the Potomac immediately before the Battle of Gettysburg. The mansion is now home to St. John's Catholic Prep, Frederick's Roman Catholic high school.

Roddy Road Covered Bridge (circa 1856) Located North of Thurmont Off US Route 15, 301-721-1843, Situated where Roddy Creek Road meets Roddy Road at Owens Creek, this 40 foot, single span, Kingpost designed covered bridge is the smallest of the county's covered bridges. It is listed on the National Historic Register.

Roger Brooke Taney House (circa 1799) 121 South Bentz Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-663-7880, The home of former Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, Roger Brooke Taney, and his wife, Anne, this historic house interprets the life of Taney and various aspects of life in early 19th century Frederick County. The property includes the family’s living quarters, a summer kitchen, and slaves’ quarters. Mrs. Taney's brother, Francis Scott Key, writer of the "Star-Spangled Banner," was a frequent guest. It is open from April to mid-December. more... 

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum (circa 1756) 1110 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-668-6088, The oldest building in Frederick and one of the best examples of German-Colonial architecture in the country, this large sandstone home features an unusual "wishbone" divided chimney. Guided tours of the manor house and gardens are available. more... 

Utica Mills Covered Bridge (circa 1850) Utica Road, Frederick, MD 21701, Located Off Old Frederick Road Near Utica, 800-999-3613, This 101-foot long Burr Arch bridge originally spanned the Monocacy River. Due to a horrible storm in 1889, which destroyed it, its remnants were gathered and reconstructed at its current site.  

Fox's Gap Located in Middletown, 301-371-7090, Fox's Gap features a monument to Union General Jesse Reno, who was killed at this location. Another maker honors Confederate General Samuel Garland, who died here as well. The future President Rutherford B. Hayes was also wounded during this battle.  more...

Hessian Barracks (circa 1777) 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-228-2888, Originally built to accommodate two battalions of soldiers, these barracks soon became a repository for mercenaries fighting for England. The site is listed with the National and State Registry of Historic Sites and it has been used as a Revolutionary War prison, staging point for Lewis and Clarke expedition, State Armory in 1812, Civil War general hospital, and First Maryland School for the Deaf. 

Jug Bridge Memorial Park and Monument Located on East Patrick Street off I-70, 301-666-8687, In 1965, this 10- ton stone demijohn was relocated from the site of a Monacacy River stone arch bridge, which was constructed in 1808-1809 by Leo Harbaugh, as part of the toll road to the West. This bridge was the site of a decisive Civil War battle which delayed Confederate General Early's march to Washington, D.C.

Monocacy National Battlefield 4801 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, 301-662-3515, An electric map, a self guided auto tour, and four trails interpret the July 9, 1864 battle of Monocacy, known as the "Battle That Saved Washington." Here 18,000 Confederate forces under the command of Lieutenant General Jubal Early and 5,800 Union forces under Major General Lew Wallace marked the last campaign of the Confederacy to carry the war into the north. more... 

Mount Olivet Cemetery (circa 1854) 515 South Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-662-1164, Considered one of the most beautiful and distinguished burial grounds in the eastern section of the country, Mount Olivet Cemetery, open from dawn to dusk, contains the graves of Francis Scott Key, Barbara Fritchie, former Governor Thomas Johnson, and over 800 Confederate soldiers. more... 

St. John's Cemetery (circa 1845) 116 East Second Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-662-8288, St. John's is the burial site of United States Chief Justice Roger B. Taney, Maryland's 29th Governor Enoch Louis Lowe, Father John McElroy, the founder of Boston College, and John Boisneuf, one of those who condemned Marie Antoinette, as well as soldiers, politicians, and early Jesuits. This cemetery is open from dawn to dusk.  

C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-694-1630, The C. Burr Artz Public Library is part of the Frederick County Public Library system. The Maryland Room, located on the second floor, is a non-circulating, local history research library featuring a collection of primary and secondary sources. Materials collected include documents on Maryland's economic, social, political, cultural, and religious history, the genealogy of Maryland natives, and the Civil War. more...

Brunswick Railroad Museum 40 West Potomac Street, Brunswick, MD 21716, 301-834-7100, The BRRM is dedicated to telling the history of this once railroad-company-town, how the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad impacted Brunswick's citizens, and how the six mile rail yards were important to the railroad. The star of the show is the 1,700 square foot HO scale model railroad depicting the B&O's Metropolitan Subdivision from Washington, D.C. to Brunswick. more... 

Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, The 40 South Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701, Located in Historic Downtown Frederick, 301-698-0656, Serving the community since 1986, the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center is a non-profit 30,000 square foot flagship of the arts organization housed in the historic Mountain City Mill on the banks of Carroll Creek. Classes are offered in an ever-growing list of media and subjects for all ages and levels of experience. The small class sizes are led by experienced instructors, who are also working artists. The award-winning facility features classroom/studio spaces for drawing, painting, crafts, photography, printmaking, wood, and ceramics as well as a reference library. The first floor of the Mill building features a gallery, with monthly changing exhibitions by local, regional and national artists. A variety of lectures, art trips, films, and more are offered. more...

Historical Society of Frederick County, The 24 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-663-1188, Housed within a 1820s Federal-style mansion, this historical society museum is filled with historical artifacts, works of art, photographs, furnishings, and memorabilia from Frederick's heritage. Trained docents lead visitors on a journey through Frederick County's past while at this museum, which also features a research library containing a wide variety of books, documents, archives, and microfilm records. more... 

National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-695-1864, Exhibits illustrating the story of the patients, caregivers, and medical innovations of the American Civil War and a rare collection of over 2,000 Civil War medical artifacts can be found at this museum. Educational tours, special events, an annual conference, and a museum store are also featured. more... 

Baker Park Located at Second Street & Carroll Parkway, 301-694-1492, Situated in Downtown Frederick, this 44 acre park has numerous features, including a carillon, band shell, tennis courts, multipurpose softball and baseball fields, Culler Lake, a public swimming pool, and a variety of playgrounds for children. The park also offers concerts and children's theater in the summer and numerous outdoor events throughout the year.

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve & Zoo 13019-A Catoctin Furnace Road, Frederick, MD 21788, Located in Thurmont, 301-271-3180 or 301-271-4922, A private, family owned and professionally operated park that is nestled on 26 naturally wooded acres and is home to over 400 exotic animals. Visitors will see animals such as bears, lions, panthers, monkeys, snakes, and prairie dogs while at this zoo that also features interactive animal shows and special feeding encounters. more... 

Memorial Park Located at Second & Bentz Streets, 301-694-1492, This beautiful park is the only park in Maryland that commemorates soldiers from every American war.

Surreybrooke 8537 Hollow Road, Frederick, MD 21769, Located in Middletown on U.S. 40, 301-371-7466, Five miles west of Frederick Towne Mall, Surreybrooke is a 20-acre family farm featuring 20 garden designs, which include rare and deciduous trees, flowering shrubs, roses, unusual annuals, hard-to-find alpines, perennials and herbs. Its full-service garden center offers a unique selection of pottery, statuary, garden ornaments, and planted mixed containers. more...

Cruise Planners 301-865-2104, 877-321-2789, Cruise Planners has achieved top account status with virtually every cruise line. Their buying power enables them to provide their customers with special pricing and amenities. In addition, their relationship with American Express Travel Services allows them full access to AMEX Mariners Club benefits. They take the time to get to know their clients and their cruise travel needs. Their many highly satisfied clients appreciate their willingness to go the extra mile to provide personalized professional service and attention to detail.  more...

Advanced Helicopter Concepts 330 Aviation Way, Hanger 18, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-694-5313, Advanced Helicopter Concepts provides helicopter training and offer aerial platforms for photographers and videographers. Their professional pilots offer helicopter rides four up to four passengers in the Robinson R22, Robinson R44, and the Bell Jet Ranger.  more...

Candlelight Ghost Tours of Frederick 124 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701, The Tour Begins at Brewer's Alley Restaurant, 301-845-7001 or 301-668-8922, Frederick's most popular walking tour, which is based upon factual events and actual eyewitness encounters, brings history alive as tour guides dressed in period attire lead visitors on a 90 minute excursion through the city's dark streets and alleyways, highlighting numerous epicenters of paranormal activity in the historic downtown area. more... 

Frederick Tour & Carriage Company 124 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701, 301-845-7001, This company provides wonderful horse-drawn carriage tours in Frederick's Historic District, as well as horse-drawn wagon rides and pony ride services for picnics and special events and elegant carriages for weddings. 

Berrywine Plantations / Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771, 410-795-6432 or 301-831-5889, 800-514-8735, Located on 230 acres of rolling hills, Linganore Winecellars allows visitors to learn the winemaking process, from the beginning to the finished product. Tours are available. more... 

Elk Run Vineyards & Winery 15113 Liberty Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771, 410-775-2513, 800-414-2513, Situated on a historic 1750s estate, Elk Run produces wines from two vineyards, Liberty Tavern, which contains Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Merlot vines, and Cold Friday, located on the south side of the estate, has Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Syrah vines. The winery is open for tours and tastings more...

Frederick Brewing Company 4607 Wedgewood Boulevard, Frederick, MD 21703, 301-694-7899, Known for their award-winning Blue Ridge brand of lagers and ales, made using only the finest barley and hops, this brewing company is one of the fastest growing craft breweries in the United States today and it is the largest craft brewer in the mid-Atlantic region. Brewery tours are available every Saturday and weekday group tours are available by appointment. The brewery also hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year. more... 

Loew Vineyards 14001 Liberty Road, Route 26, Mount Airy, MD 21771, 301-831-5464, Loew Vineyards has been making premium wines since 1985, using European fine winemaking techniques. Dry white, red, semi-sweet, and sweet wines await you at Loew Vineyards. Tours and tastings are available. more...