Experts' Choice Award Maryland Center for History and Culture
What the experts agree on
This Mount Vernon institution houses one of America's largest Americana collections, anchored by the original "Star-Spangled Banner" manuscript displayed hourly. Beyond the iconic artifact, expect impressive decorative arts and deep historical
“One major draw is the original manuscript of "The Star-Spangled Banner," written by Francis Scott Key. It's the centerpiece of an excellent War of 1812 exhibit.”
– Fodor's
Lonely Planet "With more than 5.4 million artifacts, this is one of the largest collections of Americana in the world." Full review
Frommer's "The fragile original manuscript of the "Star Spangled Banner" goes on display every hour on the hour during opening hours." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The society's fine 20,000-piece collection of art, furniture and other memorabilia." Full review
Where "A 150-plus-year-old society with more than 100,000 artifacts and a library of nearly 7 million items, including original manuscript of “The Star-Spangled Banner”." Full review
