Francis Scott Key Memorial

When you go, pay at the Visitors Center and go watch the video before you do anything else. It brought me to tears. Also, the staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The restrooms are clean and stocked. The gift shop had souvenirs decently priced and they take cards. Parking is free.

Nice small park. No restrooms.

I learned a little American history here about our flag, the Star-Spangled Banner, and National Anthem.

I went in the hottest day of the year. I went to the museum show last. So inspiring and moving. The park views and personnel were very enjoyable. Will go again when the temperature is lower.

There is a small public space along 34th and M in Georgetown known as the Francis Scott Key Memorial Park. This is a small area of public ground that was dedicated as a city park in 1993. You can walk through and all in 2-3 minutes. Here you find two split colonnades with vines and foliage, creating a nice bit of shade. There are three information panels providing historical accounts of these area, information about Francis Scott Key and how the Star Spangle banner came to be. There is also a commemorative bust of Francis Scott Key. The park was full of pink rose bushes which were in bloom during my May visit, making this a neat place during that time. The famous Georgetown (D.C.) Cupcakes is one block away. This could be a good spot to rest your feet and enjoy a cupcake.