Oh Say Can You See? - Fort McHenry; laughs, conversation and lunch after

Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner while aboard a British prison ship off Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore, September 13 -14, 1814. Fort McHenry is now a shrine to the National Anthem and the American flag, with a wonderful display, a magnificent water view, interesting US Park Ranger-led programs and a thrilling rendition of Scott Key's work.

It ain't close, but it is worth the drive up to Baltimore to take in the experience.

Admission is free to Seniors with any of the US Park Service's Senior, Military or Access passes. Normal people will have to pay $15.00.

We'll have laughs, conversation and lunch after our visit, at one of the great restaurants on Locust Point.