Hampton National Historic Site
Overview
Hampton National Historic Site is managed by National Park Service and is located near Towson, Maryland. Hampton National Historic Site preserves what remains of a once 25,000-acre enslavement plantation. For hundreds of years, enslaved people, indentured servants, tenant farmers, paid laborers, and the Ridgely family all made their own contributions to Hampton, creating a space where cruelty and decadence collide to provide a complex history of the United States.
Things to Do at Hampton National Historic Site
Tours & Tickets
Experience guided tours, tickets, and special programs. Advance reservations recommended.
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Hampton National Historic Site include:
Nearby Activities
- Historic & Cultural Site
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Hampton National Historic Site is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Hampton is easy to get to because it's close to three interstate highways--routes 695, 70, and 95. From the Baltimore Beltway (I 695) eastbound or westbound: Take Exit 27B, Dulaney Valley Road northbound. Take the first right turn onto Hampton Lane. The park will be on your right, about one mile from the intersection. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Bus #11 stops at Goucher College, less than one mile from Hampton. The Light Rail stop at Lutherville is approximately three miles from Hampton NHS.
GPS Coordinates: 39.41753000000000, -76.58781200000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (410) 962-4290 (option 2)
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