Reviews of Clara Barton National Historic Site (Park)

Casey Scheu

Some maintenance from the Park Service is in order here. Open for tours on the weekends from noon till 4pm. The grounds are open to wander though its not a huge area, more like a large yard. Clara Barton's home is directly against to Glen Echo Park. The National Park Stamp cancellation is in the Glen Echo Park visitor center. Take some time and research the history before you visit, for the most part you're on your own.

Adair Clarke

Interesting place to see, but renovations are still underway. You can tour the house but the furniture is not there due to the construction. Otherwise a good opportunity to learn about an American hero.

t f

A very interesting site, I feel this place deserves more attention. Clara Barton was an outstanding woman and could serve as a great role model for young generations.

Max Davis

It was historic

Laraine Schollmann

New hours for the Fall. Love celebrating woman's achievements by visiting our historic sites!

Courtney White

You can't go into the house, but are free to walk around and explore outside.

Hannah Finley

This is an awesome place to visit! Fun for the whole family. I come to Glen Echo Park for the awesome dancing, but it's always enjoyable to walk through and see the historical sites, carousel, etc.

Raymond Royer

I think Clara should be classified as an honorable doctor...

Larry Xu

It's like going back in time see all the buildings and the merry-go-round

Monica Zhang

Lovely park

bryan phukan

Great event lack ADA accommodations very difficult in wheelchair almost not able do alot fun things

Thiago Roberto

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) Très belle

John McFarland

The Clara Barton site is not for everyone. History buffs will enjoy the visit. The home is in the process of being updated. The furniture has been removed. The National Park Ranger gave an outstanding presentation on Clara Life. The house is open on Friday/Saturday for guided tour. Highly recommended for people who enjoy history.

th stake

Took a group of elementary school kids on a field trip..rainy day, the kids had a great time anyway..

Crista Campbell

It's currently closed for renovations but it's a great place to visit when it's open.

Rodyna L Zabbit

It's closed for renovations in 2017, but on our previous visit, it was very interesting to learn about not only what a woman was able to accomplish in her day and age, but of how the American Red Cross of today came into existence, or that the basic First Aid kit was probably planned out and packed right here! And for those of us who volunteer for the ARC, it's just that much more meaningful to visit!

Sandy Golesh

Excellent Tour. Our Group learned so much about Clara Barton. The Female Ranger on Duty was absolutely Excellent. She answered all of our questions with much knowledge. Great History Lesson. And it was FREE. Imagine that something for Free yet and you learn something too. Would recommend to any age group.

Jeffrey Kahn Blackman

Excellent place to go hiking

francisco camp

ehh, i guess you could say this place has some character. Pretty good for prom.

Nicolas Durand

An important place, sadly now closed until further notice, and the house seems a little abandoned. However, the place has some spirit and it's just next to Glen Echo.

JLP

Interesting park telling story of awesome woman. Recently reopened after renovations and furniture is not yet back in the house, as work continues. Rangers give good tour regardless. Parking is free and easy plus right by C & O so easy to enjoy outdoor activities after 45 minute tour.

Stuart Pregnall

The Clara Barton National Historic Site is a delightful gem, made more delightful by the Park Service guide. The house tour begins with the history of Glen Echo MD, followed by foundation of the American Red Cross, and finally Clara Barton who started the American Red Cross and lived in the historic house. The building served as home, Red Cross headquarters and warehouse. Under renovation, none of the furniture is in place, but photos provide visitors an idea of how everything looked. The history was richly detailed and covered multiple layers of Clara Barton's humanity. The guide answered questions thoughtfully, and, without editorializing, often drew parallels to present day issues. Without his presentation the building would have been a lifeless shell, but he energetically described its occupants and significance to the extent we could imagine conversations and visitors and the busy hum of life. We walked away filled with new respect for a remarkable American, a conscientious humanitarian, and a woman ahead of her time.

Leonard Cox

Very interesting

RACHEAL NORTON

Clara Barton is biography research

Sam Flint

Currently closed due to lack of Government funding.

sarah w pgh pa

Very interesting place not far off the highway

Crema Guru

This is such an amazing historical site. The Home and Office of Clara Barton after the Civil War. Such a great thing that they have managed to preserve the entire facility as it was when Barton lived here.

Peter Dean

Wonderful piece of history and a great tour.

Ozlem Sensu

If you love nature this is your address Love it

Sandra Curtis Aamold

not open, due to needed repairs maintenance, but great conversation with very very gracious gentleman on the grounds.

Steve Walter

Sorry it was not open.

rainer heller

Wounderful park!