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Location
Accessibility
Paved walking paths available
Visitor tip
Bring a picnic and arrive early (first-come, first-served basis) if visiting with a group of 12 or under, or book the Compass Pavilion in advance ($30/hour, 4-hour minimum) for larger groups to maximize your outdoor experience
Visitor tip
Don't miss the interactive outdoor kitchen and colonial cabin exhibits if visiting with young children—toddlers particularly enjoy the hands-on nature of these spaces, making this a genuinely kid-friendly destination
About Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum
Park with a replica of Banneker's cabin. This park commemorating author & naturalist Benjamin Banneker features a replica of his log cabin.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Key Features
- Historic site, colonial cabin, gardens, nature trails, 126.6 acres
- Museum Hours
- Daily 9am-5pm
- Highlights
- Benjamin Banneker life exhibits, colonial artifacts, 19th-century farmhouse
What visitors say
Stepping into history today at the Benjamin Banneker Museum in Catonsville, MD — a true hidden gem! 🕰️ I felt the spirit of brilliance, resilience, and legacy all around. 🙌🏾 Banneker’s story reminded me that purpose and greatness…
I was able to participate in a 'Call-And-Response' Ring Shout dance performed by Mr. B. Morgan, a professional dancer/ historian. He expounded on how Slaves in the USA used music/dance to express their longing to be free. Also, I made a…
Nice grounds. Good for a relaxing walk in the woods or around the museum. The museum is small and not extraordinary, but it shows how Benjamin's life may have been like. The staff were nice and told us a little bit about Benjamin's…
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Did You Know?
- Benjamin Banneker Historical Park features a replica of the log cabin of Benjamin Banneker, a renowned 18th-century African American astronomer, mathematician, poet, and surveyor who contributed to the surveying of Washington, D.C.
- The park offers monthly free special events including cooking exhibits held on the 3rd Saturday of each month, providing interactive educational programming about colonial-era life and African American heritage
- The site includes a restored 19th-century farmhouse alongside the colonial cabin replica, allowing visitors to compare and explore different periods of historical architecture and rural life
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