Hampton National Historic Site

Take a free tour of a 1790 Georgian mansion north of Baltimore, then walk to the original stone slave quarters and the overseer's house.

535 Hampton Lane, Towson, MD 21286 · Towson, MD

About Hampton National Historic Site

Hampton preserves part of the Ridgely family estate, owned by the family from 1745 to 1948. The Georgian mansion was the largest private home in America when finished in 1790 and can be seen only on a guided tour, with tickets at the visitor center. The farm side of the park keeps the overseer's house and the original stone slave quarters. Entry, tours and parking are all free, and the park suggests allowing at least 2 hours for the 62 acres of gardens, champion trees and outbuildings.

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