Harmony Hall - National Park Directory

Flowers on a tree with a large brick house in the background.

Harmony Hall is a two and a half story Georgian style house built in 1723.

black and white photo of a large two story brick manor

Historic image of Harmony Hall, circa 1938.

Broad Creek runs through the Harmony Hall property

East elevation of Harmony Hall Mansion

The ruins of Want Water, a colonial era home

A sweeping view of a grass field dotted with trees

The view from the backyard of Harmony Hall

Photos: National Park Service

About Harmony Hall

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.

Quick Facts

State Maryland

State Code MD

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Location & Map

Harmony Hall is located in Maryland.

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Operating Hours

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.

Wednesday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Monday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Thursday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Sunday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Tuesday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Friday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Saturday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Activities

Wildlife Watching Birdwatching

Getting There

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.

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