Hagerstown, Maryland

Based at the junction of Virginia Avenue and Memorial Boulevard near the central business district of the city, Hagerstown City Park is a public urban park that features many open green spaces and cultural attractions. Considered to be a gem in the park system, the park is home to the Jonathan Hager House and Museum, the Hagerstown Railroad Museum, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, and the Mansion House Art Center. The park also has several playing fields, playgrounds, lighted tennis courts, softball fields, renting pavilions, a bandshell, and dog-friendly nature and walking trails.

501 Virginia Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Phone: 301-739-8577

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park was established to preserve the neglected remains of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, which once operated as a lifeline for communities along the Potomac Rivera for more than 100 years. Founded as a National Monument by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1961, the park offers over 185 miles of adventure as it follows the canal, which is now a pathway for discovering natural, historical, and recreational treasures. Set along the banks of the channel, which operated as a transportation route for hauling coal in the mid-1800s, are many historic structures, including aqueducts, lock houses, locks, and residences. Visitors can tour the canal, taking in the structures and learn more about the importance of the canal's role as a transportation system during the Canal Era.

205 W Potomac St, Williamsport, MD 21795

Located in the Hagerstown City Park, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts is an art museum that showcases the works of local and international artists. The museum was donated to the community by Mr. and Mrs. William Singer in 1929 and has stood as a centerpiece in Hagerstown City Park ever since. The museum houses a permanent collection of over 6,500 objects, including paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, and decorative arts with a particular focus on American art, 19th century European, and world cultures. The museum hosts several family-friendly events throughout the year, including a scavenger hunt in the park and educational programs for all ages.

401 Museum Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Phone: 301-739-5727

Hagerstown Premium Outlets ® is a village-style open-air shopping outlet mall that features name-brand outlet stores selling apparel and merchandise at discounted prices of up to 65%. Conveniently located along Interstate 70, three miles east of Hagerstown, the major shopping outlet is home to premium brand stores such as Banana Republic, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, Kate Spade New York, Guess, Under Armour and more and serves the surrounding communities of Chambersburg, Frederick, and Martinsburg. The center also has a food court with several dining options and offers an array of guest services, including modern restrooms, cash machines, and 24-hour security.

495 Premium Outlet Blvd, Hagerstown, MD 21740

The Maryland Theatre is a performing arts center in the Arts and Entertainment District of downtown Hagerstown that presents an array of entertainment throughout the year. Built in 1915 as a 1,400-seat vaudeville and silent film house, the center was converted into a full performing arts complex in 2019 and now has a seating capacity of 1,279 and has a fully restored Wurlitzer theatre organ. The theater hosts a variety of shows, including music shows and recitals, orchestra concerts, stage shows, comedy nights, country artists, children's shows, and others.

21 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Phone: 301-790-2000

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Dedicated to promoting and showcasing the railroad activities and history of the town is the Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum . While the original Hagerstown Roundhouse was sadly taken down in 1999, the current museum preserves the legacy of the original roundhouse through various exciting exhibits. Exhibits include the outdoor train yard, a model railroad layout, interesting artifacts, photographs, lanterns, whistles, and other items used on trains, as well as a railroad library and research room. Explore locomotives, beautifully restored passenger cars, cabooses, and the stunning Hagerstown and Frederick Railway Trolley #168. Guests can also drop by a gift shop to purchase great souvenirs like books, railroad items, apparel, and toys.

296 S. Burhans Boulevard, Hagerstown, MD 21741, Phone: 301-739-4665

The Jonathan Hager House is a historic two-story stone house dating back to 1740. Built by the founder of Hagerstown, German immigrant Jonathan Hager, the house stands as an excellent example of life in the 1700s with unique features such as two spring-fed pools of water in the basement that provided fresh water. The house is built in the German tradition and features 22-inch thick walls, a large central chimney, and a large cellar and is filled with beautifully restored antique and period furniture. Visitors can explore the house on guided tours led by docents and historians.

110 Key St, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Phone: 301-739-8393

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The Miller House Museum , also known as the Price-Miller House, is a historic home and house museum and the headquarters of the Washington County Historical Society. Built in 1824, the elegant brick mansion on West Washington Street has served as a historic house and local history museum since 1966, documenting the growth of Hagerstown and life in the mid-1800s. The Neoclassical-style townhouse is typical of the late Federal period with an original hanging stairway that curves to the third floor, several bedrooms with High Victorian decoration, gas-powered chandeliers, and a fascinating collection of clocks from local clockmakers of yesteryear.

135 W Washington St, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Phone: 301-797-8782

Conveniently located at the busiest intersection in Washington County, Valley Mall is an indoor, super-regional shopping mall in the Hagerstown Metropolitan Area that offers retail shopping, entertainment, and dining. The vast mall features premium brand stores such as American Eagle Outfitters, Belk, Bath & Body Works, Claire’s, Foot Locker, Victoria’s Secret, and more, as well as a massive Regal Cinemas with stadium seating cinemas and a 40,000 square foot Tilt Studio arcade. A food court is home to BJ's Brewhouse, Auntie Anne’s, Tacos Carlitos, Primanti Brothers, and Noodles & Company, among others, and an 80,000 square foot OneLife Fitness premier sports club features swimming pools, cardio equipment, personal training, and a kid’s club.

17301 Valley Mall Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740

One look at the Discovery Station At Hagerstown Inc. n from the street is enough to tell anyone passing by that it would be an exciting and fun place to visit. The hand-on museum provides incredible and memorable learning experiences to thousands of visiting children and adults alike per year. The Discovery Station at Hagerstown Inc is expertly designed and put together to stimulate the curiosity and imagination of young minds, particularly when it comes to STEAM principles. There are twelve different exhibits to discover at the museum like the Exploration Rainforest, the Coral Reefs Banners, Space and Beyond, Dinosaurs, Robotics and Coding, the Titanic Exhibit, and more.

101 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Phone: 301-790-0076