War of 1812

America250 #4 Just Who Was John O’Neill

Feb 14, 2026 | America250, Historic Buildings, Local Residents, War of 1812

The savage burning of Havre de Grace has led the people of Baltimore to calculate what they might expect from the tender mercies of the enemy–and they indignantly assemble to punish the invader.

America250 – #3 – Early Life in Havre de Grace

Feb 3, 2026 | America250, Historic Buildings, War of 1812

Offering a glimpse of older homes and more in the early days of Havre de Grace, late 1700s – early 1800s. Life was a challenge!

Eps 36 War of 1812 and Havre de Grace

May 22, 2023 | Events, Historic Buildings, War of 1812

Sharing Havre de Grace military history during Memorial Day at the Havre de Grace History MuZeum at Bahoukas Antiques. This blogpost is the War of 1812.

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LAFAYETTE TRAIL

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DISTRIX - mobile app
The Lafayette Trail App narrates the history of the City through the voices of famous citizens as you view their homes and businesses. Meet residents from the past and see current and historic photos. The tour is approximately 3 miles long, with 37 stops covering 57 properties.

Download the Distrx app from your phone’s app store (Distx for Android / Distrx for iPhone) or access the QR code on the rack card (available at the Visitor Center at 450 Pennington Ave.)
Ensure your Bluetooth and Location are turned on by checking under Settings at the 3 bars.
Open the Distrx app which should take you directly to Havre de Grace. If not, tap on 3 bars and “DISTRICTS.”
Tap “Tours” and then “Lafayette Trail” to get started.

The Lafayette Trail is a self-guided tour of Historic Havre de Grace. The trail is a continuous 3-mile loop through the City indicated by sidewalk markings and “Walk the Lafayette Trail” signs posted along the way. You will see blue numbered medallions embedded in the sidewalk. These denote properties in the Lafayette trail brochure available at the Visitor Center, 450 Pennington Ave.