National Register of Historic Places

Clara Barton National Historic Site

Clara Barton National Historic Site is a historic place in Glen Echo, Montgomery County, Maryland, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000037.

Glen Echo, Montgomery County, MarylandListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000037★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Clara Barton National Historic Site?

The Clara Barton National Historic Site, which includes the Clara Barton House, was established in 1974 to interpret the life of Clara Barton (1821–1912), an American pioneer teacher, nurse, and humanitarian who was the founder of the American Red Cross. The site is located 2 miles (3.2 km) northwest of Washington, D.C., in Glen Echo, Maryland.

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Listing details

Name
Clara Barton National Historic Site
City
Glen Echo
County
Montgomery County
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000037
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.96714, -77.14055
When was Clara Barton National Historic Site listed on the National Register?

Clara Barton National Historic Site was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Clara Barton National Historic Site located?

Clara Barton National Historic Site is located in Glen Echo, Montgomery County, Maryland at approximately 38.96714, -77.14055. See the map above.

Is Clara Barton National Historic Site a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Clara Barton National Historic Site is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.