Description
At 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918, World War I effectively came to an end when an armistice ended fighting on the Western Front. To commemorate the occasion, the date became known as Armistice Day. In the United States, the government later opted for the name Veterans Day to honor all American veterans, living and dead. A group of WWI living historians will show visitors what life was like for Americans serving in Europe at the end of the war at Smeck Park. Visitors will be able to interact with interpreters portraying battle-weary soldiers and aid workers who were sent overseas to provide soldiers with comforts from home. This is not a presentation that begins and ends at a certain time. Rather, the actors will be onsite from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Presented in partnership with Baltimore Community Museum.
Begin at the open picnic shelter toward the rear of the park. Bring your own drinking water. Potable water is not available at this location. If you plan to spend time at the park before or after the program, depending on weather conditions and the time of year, you may want to bring sunscreen and/or insect repellent. Pets are not allowed inside Cruit House or other buildings. They are welcome outside and on the trails at Smeck Park. Pets must be under control at all times and on a leash no longer than 6’. For the health and safety of all, pick up and properly dispose of pets’ waste.
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