Plan Your Visit
We invite you to visit our collection highlighting a century and a half’s worth of medical history as well as Civil War camp life, hospital life, African American Life, women and children’s roles during the war. Experience the challenges faced by doctors, nurses and surgeons during the Civil War, while learning about the innovations that led to the modern military and Emergency Medical Systems. Plan a group visit, explore our galleries, attend a lecture, special event or program at one of our three sites!
- The National Museum of Civil War Medicine
- Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office Museum
- The Pry House Field Museum
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine in Frederick, MD
48 East Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21705
Mailing Address – PO Box 470, Frederick, MD 21705
Hours of Operation
Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm
Closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
General Admission
General Admission to the National Museum of Civil War Medicine allows visitors to take a self-guided tour of both floors of the Museum. The Museum does not allow general admission after 4:15pm daily.
| Adults Seniors (62 +) College Students (with ID) Military (with ID) Children 10-16 Children under 10 |
$7.50 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $5.50 Free |
Museum Guidelines
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all time.
- Food and Drink are prohibited in the galleries, water fountains can be found on both floors of the museum for your convenience.
- Please silence your cell phones while in the galleries, phone calls can be made in the Lobby.
- Please note that exhibits may be alarmed, be mindful of this when visiting with small children.
Frequent Asked Questions
Accessibility
- The National Museum of Civil War Medicine is compliance with the American with Disabilities Act.
Photography Policy
- Filming within the galleries is strictly prohibited.
- Flash Photography is prohibited in the galleries.
Accepted Payment Methods
- The Museum’s accepted payment methods include: Cash, Check, Visa, Discover, American Express and MasterCard.
- All group tours must pay in full at the time of their visit.
- If your organization requires a W-9 or Invoice please indicate so in your reservation request.
- We do not refund any pre-paid tours, lectures, programs or events.
Parking
- Downtown Frederick parking options include: Metered Street Parking and Public Parking Decks. The Museum itself is located right next to the Carroll Creek Parking Deck, to access turn left immediately after the Museum on East Patrick Street.
- Arriving in a Bus? Contact the Museum’s Reservation Coordinator to arrange parking.
Dinning in Downtown Frederick
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine does not have a dining facilities on premises though the Museum is within walking distance to a variety of locally owned and operated restaurants.
Group Tours
Group Tour Rates
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine offers group tour rates for Adult and Student groups, please call the National Museum of Civil war Medicine for the most up to date rates and availability at (301) 695-1864.
Reservation Request Forms
Guided tours of the National Museum of Civil War Medicine can be arranged for groups with a minimum of 10 people. Group tours vary either in 60 minutes in length or 90 minutes in length, depending on your group’s preference.
To schedule a guided group tour please submit a reservation request form online or by fax to 301-695-6823. By submitting a completed reservation request you are not guaranteed a reservation. The National Museum of Civil War Medicine Reservation Coordinator will work with you to best accommodate your group to plan a visit, we ask that reservation requested be submitted at least three weeks prior to the desire date of your visit.
Once the date and time of your guided tour have been confirmed with the Museum’s Reservation Coordinator, you will receive a confirmation letter with check-in information. For more information on group tours, programs and events at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine please contact the Reservation Coordinator by e-mail at reservations@civilwarmed.org or by phone 301-695-1864, ext. 23.
Late Arrival and Cancellation Policy
- Groups that arrive late will receive a condensed tour.
- If you need to cancel your visit, please e-mail the reservation coordinator at reservations@civilwarmed.org or call the Museum at 301-695-1864, Ext. 11.
Inclement Weather Policy
- In the event of inclement weather and your group is unable to arrive safely at the Museum for your tour, please contact the Museum to cancel your visit.
- We will attempt to re-schedule your visit, rescheduling a tour will be based on rates and availability.
- In the event of Museum Closure you will be contact by a member our Guest Services Staff.
The Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office in Downtown Washington, D.C.
Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office
437 ½ 7th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20002
Mailing Address – PO Box 470, Frederick, MD 21705
Hours of Operation
Currently Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office is undergoing restoration and the site is closed to the public due to construction. Please check back for updates on Welcome Center opening dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mass Transit
- Gallery Place – Chinatown: Metro Green, Yellow & Red Line is the closest stop to CBMSO.
- Metro Bus Stop 70 and 71 in the Central Washington DC Area are located on the corner of 7th Street, next to the Museum’s Entrance.
Parking
- There are several garages and street parking within the vicinity of the CBMSO.
Exploring Penn Quarter
- For more information on restaurants, shopping and other attractions please visit Destination D.C. website.
Group Tour Rates
- The Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office does not offer tours at this time: For more information please call 301.695.1864 Ext. 11.
The Pry House Field Hospital Museum on the Antietam Battlefield
18906 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville, MD 21756
Mailing Address – PO Box 470, Frederick, MD 21705
Hours of Operation
June to the end of October
Daily, 11:00am to 5:00pm
November to the end of May
Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am – 4:00pm
General Admission
General Admission of the Pry House Field Hospital allows visitors to explore the former headquarters General McClellan, Union Commander of the Army of the Potomac, and Medical Director Dr. Jonathan Letterman.
Suggested Donation $3.00 per person
Museum Guidelines
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all time.
- Food and Drink are prohibited in the galleries.
- Please silence your cell phones while in the galleries, phone calls can be made in the Lobby.
- NPS Visitor Use Guidelines for Antietam can be viewed at http://www.nps.gov/anti/planyourvisit/visitor-use-guide.htm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Accessibility
- The Pry House Field Hospital is owned and maintained by the United States National Park Service (NPS.) NPS considers the Antietam Battlefield and its surrounding sites to be handicap accessible.
- The Pry Barn is ramp accessible as is the first level of the Pry House.
Photography Policy
- Filming within the galleries is strictly prohibited.
- Photography is allowed. Flash photography is prohibited in the galleries.
Accepted Payment Methods
- The Museum’s accepted payment methods include: Cash, Check, Visa, Discover, American Express and MasterCard.
- All group tours must pay in full at the time of their visit.
- If your organization requires a W-9 or Invoice, please indicate so in your reservation request.
Parking
- Parking is available at no charge in front of the Philip Pry Barn.
Group Tours
Group Tour Rates
The Pry House Field Hospital Museum offers group tour rates for Adult and Student groups, please call the National Museum of Civil war Medicine for the most up to date rates and availability at (301) 695-1864.
Reservation Request Forms
Guided tours of the Pry House Field Hospital can be arranged for groups with a minimum of 10 people.
To schedule a guided group tour please submit a reservation request form online or by fax to 301-695-6823. By submitting a completed reservation request you are not guaranteed a reservation. The Museum’s Reservation Coordinator will work with you to best accommodate your group to plan a visit, we ask that reservation requested be submitted at least three weeks prior to the desire date of your visit.
Once the date and time of your guided tour have been confirmed with the Museum’s Reservation Coordinator, you will receive a confirmation letter with check-in information. For more information on group tours, programs and events at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine please contact the Reservation Coordinator by e-mail at reservations@civilwarmed.org or by phone 301-695-1864, Ext. 11.
Late Arrival and Cancellation Policy
- Groups that arrive late will receive a condensed tour.
- If you need to cancel your visit please e-mail the reservation coordinator at reservations@civilwarmed.org or call the Museum at 301-695-1864 Ext. 11
Inclement Weather Policy
- In the event of inclement weather and your group is unable to arrive safely at the Museum for your tour please contact the Museum to cancel your visit.
- We will attempt to re-schedule your visit, rescheduling a tour will be based on rates and availability.
- In the event of Museum Closure you will be contact by a member our Guest Services Staff.
