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Harmony Hall

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Location: Maryland

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📘 Park Overview

The 18th century Harmony Hall mansion is located on a 62.5-acre open pasture land estate along the Potomac River. This estate was purchased by the National Park Service in 1966, to preserve southern Maryland cultural heritage. Surrounded by a rich landscape, it offers visitors many chances to connect with Colonial History. The park also home to the remains of the Want Water House and canal.

🌤 Weather Information

Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly..

🚗 Directions

From the Capital Beltway (I495/95) take Exit 3 to MD 210 South/Indian Head Highway, travel approximately 4 miles to Fort Washington Road, turn right. At the traffic light, Livingston Road, turn right. The Harmony Hall Regional Center will be on your left. That is where you will need to park. After parking, when facing Livingston Road, go to your left and the park entrance is the next driveway.

Images

Flowers on a tree with a large brick house in the background.

Harmony Hall is a two and a half story Georgian style house built in 1723.

Credit: NPS

black and white photo of a large two story brick manor

Historic image of Harmony Hall, circa 1938.

Credit: NPS Photo

a creek from ground level

Broad Creek runs through the Harmony Hall property

Credit: NPS

Photo Harmony Hall Mansion

East elevation of Harmony Hall Mansion

Credit: NPS Photo

Ruins of a brick chimney and wall.

The ruins of Want Water, a colonial era home

Credit: NPS

A sweeping view of a grass field dotted with trees

The view from the backyard of Harmony Hall

Credit: NPS

Activities

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Operating Hours

Sunday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Monday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Wednesday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday
6:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday
6:00AM - 10:00PM

Entrance Fees

No entrance fees listed.

Entrance Passes

No entrance passes listed.

3-Day Weather Forecast

Monday, Mar 9

Sunny

Sunny

High: 77.9°F | Low: 43.5°F

Humidity: 50%

Wind: 7.8 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1.2

Sunrise: 07:29 AM

Sunset: 07:09 PM

Moon: Waning Gibbous (72%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 51.6°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Tuesday, Mar 10

Sunny

Sunny

High: 82.6°F | Low: 48.9°F

Humidity: 63%

Wind: 8.9 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1.2

Sunrise: 07:27 AM

Sunset: 07:11 PM

Moon: Waning Gibbous (63%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 57.7°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Wednesday, Mar 11

Partly Cloudy

Partly Cloudy

High: 80.2°F | Low: 64.8°F

Humidity: 70%

Wind: 15 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 0.9

Sunrise: 07:26 AM

Sunset: 07:12 PM

Moon: Last Quarter (54%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 65.5°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Park Alerts

Park Facilities Closed
Due to the blizzard, park facilities are closed and programs are canceled. Please call 301-763-4600 before visiting or check back here for updates, and stay safe.
Park Closures
Severe winter weather beginning January 22, 2016 may impact park operating status. Please call 301-763-4600 for the latest updates.
Phone system down.
Our normal phone number is currently down. To reach park staff please call (301) 763-4674.
Temporary Area Closure at Want Water Ruins from September 2 through September 30, 2025 Park Closure
The area around the Want Water Ruins near Harmony Hall, Fort Washington, MD will be closed from 7:00 am Tuesday, September 2, 2025, through 5:00 pm Tuesday, September 30, 2025, while the ruins are stabilized.

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Temporary Area Closure at Want Water Ruins from September 2 through September 30, 2025 Park Closure
The area around the Want Water Ruins near Harmony Hall, Fort Washington, MD will be closed from 7:00 am Tuesday, September 2, 2025, through 5:00 pm Tuesday, September 30, 2025, while the ruins are stabilized.

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Waterfowl Hunting Near Park Lands
It is currently waterfowl season in the state of Maryland. Park lands are not to be used for hunting or to access hunting sites. If hunting activities are observed in the park please call U.S. Park Police at 202-610-7500. For an emergency please call 911.
Park Operating on Two-Hour Delay: Monday, February 23, 2026 Park Closure
Due to winter weather, Harmony Hall will operate on a two-hour delay Monday, February 23, 2026. For the latest updates continue to check our website.
Lead Remediation
Lead paint is being removed from the doors and windows of the mansion. Work is scheduled to last several weeks.

Visitor Center & Contacts

📍 Physical Address:
10702 Livingston Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744

🏤 Mailing Address:
Fort Washington Park
Attn: Harmony Hall
Fort Washington, MD 20744

📞 Voice Phone: 771-208-1555

✉️ Email: haha_visitorservices@nps.gov

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