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Hampton National Historic Site |
Description:
Hampton preserves a vast estate from the 1700s. Its centerpiece is an elegantly furnished Georgian mansion set amid formal gardens and shade trees. When it was finished in 1790, Hampton was the largest house in the United States. It is the story of a seven generation family business, early American industry and commerce, and changing cultural tastes. Hampton is also the story of the economic and moral changes that made this kind of estate life obsolete. Most of all, Hampton is the story of people -- enslaved African Americans, indentured servants, hired industrial and agricultural workers, and the estate owners -- who made this lifestyle possible.
Designations:
National Historic Site (22 June 1948)
Accessibility:
Accessible restrooms are available. Wheelchair lifts permit touring of only the first floor of the mansion. The grounds are not accessible
Activites:
Educational Programs | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Picnic Areas | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Hampton National Historic Site
Car:
Hampton is easy to get to because it's close to three interstate highways.
From the Baltimore Beltway (I 695) eastbound:
Take exit 27. There is construction at this exchange. Turn left at the first light, right at the second light onto Hampton Lane. Proceed about one half mile, the park will be on your right.
From the Baltimore Beltway (I 695) westbound:
Take exit 27. There is construction at this exchange. At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Hampton Lane. Proceed about one half mile, the park will be on your right.
Public Transportation
Bus #8 stops at Towson Town Center, approximately 1 mile from Hampton. The Light Rail stop at Lutherville is approximately 3 miles from Hampton. From either stop, we recommend that you do not walk to the park because there are no sidewalks. A taxi is suggested.
Nearby Parks:
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine (12 miles)
Monocacy National Battlefield (35 miles)
Eisenhower National Historic Site (60 miles)
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Contact Information for Hampton National Historic Site
Hampton National Historic Site
535 Hampton Lane
Towson, MD
21286
Phone: 410.823.1309
Fax: 410-823-8394
Located in Towson, MD
For more information on Hampton National Historic Site
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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