The Battle at Monocacy Junction: How the Railroad Saved Washington | B&O Railroad Museum

Lecture

Join the B&O for an exploration of how B&O Railroad President John W. Garrett, Major General Lew Wallace, and Lieutenant Colonel David R. Clendenin saved Washington and President Lincoln!

On June 29^th, following the 1 pm train ride, join Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and historian Stephen A. Goldman, M.D. for a riveting tale of the battle at Monocacy Junction. Goldman will recount the role played by then B&O President John W. Garrett in saving the nation’s capital from confederate capture and explore Civil War history through a new lens!

Best suited for ages 10+

Admission:

Included with Museum Admission. B&O Members FREE.

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WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Jeffery O.

December 2024

Wonderful rail museum with many historic engines, passenger cars, mail car, troop transport, and more. Several models layouts including the Smithsonian collection of models which was amazing. Wonderful presentation on the underground railroad. We will visit again.