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.
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.
Currently closed due to lack of Government funding.
It's currently closed for renovations but it's a great place to visit when it's open.
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.
Took a group of elementary school kids on a field trip..rainy day, the kids had a great time anyway..
New hours for the Fall. Love celebrating woman's achievements by visiting our historic sites!
You can't go into the house, but are free to walk around and explore outside.
This is a great place to go you can learn a lot. I suggest to bring your family or go as a school. Parking is great. They have many fun activities for the kids.
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.
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.
It's like going back in time see all the buildings and the merry-go-round
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.
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.
ehh, i guess you could say this place has some character. Pretty good for prom.
House not open but inspiring to be here and know about this inspiring woman who formed the American Red Cross.
Great event lack ADA accommodations very difficult in wheelchair almost not able do alot fun things
I think Clara should be classified as an honorable doctor...
The grounds were beautiful. Unfortunately still closed due to covid but there were brochures on the porch we could get and read about this historic location.
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.
Great place to take the kids when the covid-19 is over Right next to Glen echo Park Which is alot of fun for the kids
What an unexpected find! Ranger Patti gave a great tour. We learned a lot about the fascinating life of Clara Barton and the history of Glen Echo. Can t believe this is a free tour, it s so good. Highly recommend!
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!
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.
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.
A peak experience. Look it up on Wikipedia and you'll know what I mean.
Worth a visit if you are in the Glen Echo area. Clara Barton actually lived here later in her life. You have to be accompanied by a park ranger in order to to the inside of the house. The tour is well worth the time and lasts for about 1 hour. You will learn about the history of the house and what it was used for (no spoilers). There are tours every hour. Check the NPS website for the schedule.
not open, due to needed repairs maintenance, but great conversation with very very gracious gentleman on the grounds.
It is still closed. Heart breaking to see it is in such disrepair.
