View of the Potomac River from Harpers Ferry Lower Town

Early morning view of the Gap in the Blue Ridge Mountains looking east from Harpers Ferry

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Visitors enjoying the National Park, shops and restaurants

Photo by Dennis Coello of Adventure Cycling Association

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River Adventures on the Potomac River

Photo by Phyllis Hilburn

Overlook of Harpers Ferry from the popular Maryland Heights trail

The HF National Park has over 20 miles of hiking trails. The Appalachian Trail goes right through Lower Town Harpers Ferry.

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The Appalachian Trail Conservancy

The ATC is the headquarters of the Appalachian Trail and hosts a friendly staff, gift shop, exhibits and hiker room

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Harpers Ferry and Bolivar are two tiny 19th century villages, side-by-side, which lie at the eastern-most point of West Virginia, bordered by the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park surrounds both towns, providing visitors with tours, museums, hiking and biking trails --- all within easy walking distance of the living history villages. Today, the majestic beauty of the two rivers and the cliffs surrounding Harpers Ferry draw visitors from all over the world. The Appalachian Trail goes right through the heart of town. Boutique shops offer a variety of beautiful items for our visitors and local eateries can satisfy the palate. Local outfitters can help with rafting, tubing or kayaking trips. As the eastern gateway to West Virginia, Harpers Ferry beckons visitors from near and far. Journey back into history and to historical Harpers Ferry and Bolivar again and again....

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October 1, 2017 – 12:30 PM

African American History Hike

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August 27, 2017 – 05:30 PM

Shenandoah Ramble on a Late Summer Afternoon

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August 20, 2017 – 10:00 AM

A Pilgrimage to John Brown’s Fort

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HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

Offering a wide variety of activities for individuals and families. Explore museums and exhibits, hike to overlooks or along Civil War skirmish lines, join a ranger-guided tour or sign-up for a living history workshop. Shop at the Harpers Ferry Historical Association's Bookshop.

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First Zion Baptist Church Restoration Project

The Foundation plans to purchase and preserve the Zion Baptist Church on W. Ridge Street in Harpers Ferry for future use as cultural center for Harpers Ferry and Bolivar. The site will also serve a significant role in interpreting history.

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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Summer Tour Schedule

SUMMER SCHEDULE (May 30 to Aug 16).

Nine different tours. Several every day.

Civil War to Civil Rights (Sun, Fri 10 am)

Harpers Ferry in Civil War (Tu,Th Fr 1 pm)

Hike To the River (Sat 10 am)

H Ferry From Top Down (Su,We,Fr 11 am)

Battlefield in a Box (Mon, Wed 1 pm)

Harp Ferry Place in History (Tu,Th 11 am)

John Brown's Legacy (Mon, Sat 11 am)

John Brown's Raid (Wed, Thu, Fri 2 pm)

Footsteps of John Brown

(Jun 28, Jul 12, 26, Aug 9 10:30 am)

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2016 46th Annual Harpers Ferry Olde Tyme Christmas

Experience a traditional Christmas celebration, as quaintly decorated streets come alive for the holiday season. Live entertainment, children’s activities, and extended shopping hours. Fri-Sun Dec 2-4. Sat-Sun Dec 10-11.

Lower Town Fire Recovery Information

The historic Harpers Ferry Commercial Business District suffered a significant loss by fire on Thursday, 23 July 2015, affecting four privately owned properties, nine businesses, two tenants, and 45 displaced employees. Thanks to the generosity of neighbors and visitors, the Foundation raised $60,000 to assist those impacted by the fire. To date, approximately $45,000 has been dispersed to provide direct assistance. Residual claims can be submitted to harpersferryfoundation@gmail.com.