National Historic Site

Clara Barton

two and half story wooden frame house with double porch and stone corner posts.
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Overview

Clara Barton dedicated her life and energies to help others in times of need - both home and abroad, in peacetime as well as during military emergencies. Glen Echo was her home the last 15 years of her life, and the structure illustrates her dedication and concern for those less fortunate than herself.

State: MD3013201400

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  • Sunday: 1:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 1:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Saturday: 1:00PM - 5:00PM

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      A large Victorian home with Red Cross flag flying at the top.

      Clara Barton National Historic Site

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      Clara Barton dedicated her life and energies to help others in times of need - both home and abroad, in peacetime as well as during military emergencies. Glen Echo was her home the last 15 years of her life and the structure illustrates her dedication and concern for those less fortunate than herself.

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    two and half story wooden frame house with double porch and stone corner posts.
    two and half story wooden frame house with double porch and stone corner posts.
    side view of Clara Barton's house with Red Cross flag and American Flag.
    side view of Clara Barton's house with Red Cross flag and American Flag.
    front parlor, two easy chairs, American Flag and Red Cross flag in corner behind one chair.
    front parlor, two easy chairs, American Flag and Red Cross flag in corner behind one chair.
    large potbelly stove in center hallway with open view to third floor
    large potbelly stove in center hallway with open view to third floor
    Red Cross stained glass windows in room with stored furniture.
    Red Cross stained glass windows in room with stored furniture.