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Harmony Hall
Park

Harmony Hall

10702 Livingston Road

Fort Washington, MD

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Type

Park

Lens

Landmarks

About this place

The 18th century Harmony Hall mansion is located on a 62.5-acre open pasture land estate along the Potomac River. This estate was purchased by the National Park Service in 1966, to preserve southern Maryland cultural heritage. Surrounded by a rich landscape, it offers visitors many chances to connect with Colonial History. The park also home to the remains of the Want Water House and canal.

Website

National Park Service information

Hours

Harmony Hall Grounds

Monday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Wednesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Sunday
6:00AM - 10:00PM

Park grounds are open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. There is no vehicle access or on-site parking. Historic structures are closed, and no facilities or amenities are available. Please do not attempt to enter any structures.

Directions

From the Capital Beltway (I495/95) take Exit 3 to MD 210 South/Indian Head Highway, travel approximately 4 miles to Fort Washington Road, turn right. At the traffic light, Livingston Road, turn right. The Harmony Hall Regional Center will be on your left. That is where you will need to park. After parking, when facing Livingston Road, go to your left and the park entrance is the next driveway.

Official directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly..

Activities

Wildlife WatchingBirdwatching

Courtesy of the National Park Service

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