St. Leonard in Calvert County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The War of 1812 Living History
A Living Legacy
Photographed by Don Morfe, February 10, 2015
1. The War of 1812 Living History Marker
At Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, living history is an important way to educate visitors about the museum’s important role in the War of 1812. Recognizing the importance of making history come to life, Richard Fischer, Jr. has been instrumental in expanding War of 1812 educational opportunities. His support helped to establish the annual War of 1812 reenactment, which allows visitors to step back in time and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of this important period in Maryland’s history. Richard H. Fischer, Jr. has supported Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum programs for over a decade. Mr. Fischer was the first recipient of the Patterson Prize, the highest award given in recognition of his distinguished service throughout Southern Maryland.
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Oliver Keely (right) joins Richard Fischer at the Lighthouse Inn in Solomons. Thousands of dollars have been raised for archaeology and educational programs at the Friends of JPPM’s annual benefit auction, which Mr. Fischer started.
JPPM Executive Director Michael A. Smolek (right) and friends on JPPM President Patrick Furey (center) present outgoing Friends President Richard Fischer with an aerial photograph of JPPM. Fischer served as Friends President from 1997 to 2000.
Live firing demonstrations give visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and smells of the battle.
Reenactors portraying British troops prepare their weapons during a skirmish. Participants come from throughout the United States and Canada to participate in Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum’s War of 1812 Reenactment.
Troops in the American camp present the Star Spangled Banner as they sing the National Anthem.
Visitors can walk through American and British camps and talk to reenactors. Participants are happy to explain this often misunderstood period in American history.
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Location. 38° 23.896′ N, 76° 30.436′ W. Marker is in St. Leonard, Maryland, in Calvert County. It is on Jefferson Patterson Park Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Saint Leonard MD 20685, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Southern Maryland. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Tidewater, and in the Chesapeake Bay Region. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies and also the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Naval Warfare (here, next to this marker); Weapons of War (within shouting distance of this marker); Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (within shouting distance of this marker); Fate of the Flotilla (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct
Photographed by Don Morfe, February 10, 2015
2. Distant shot of The War of 1812 Living History Marker with the Cannon at the top of the hill
Photographed by Don Morfe, February 10, 2015
3. Sign at the entrance to Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, May 15, 2016
4. Reenactors portraying British Troops
Reenactors portraying British troops prepare their weapons during a skirmish. Participants come from throughout the United States and Canada to participate in Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum’s War of 1812 Reenactment. Close-up of photo on marker
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, May 15, 2016
5. The Star Spangled Banner
Troops in the American camp present the Star Spangled Banner as they sing the National Anthem. Close-up of photo on marker
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, May 15, 2016
6. Visitors in the British Camp
Visitors can walk through American and British camps and talk to reenactors. Participants are happy to explain this often misunderstood period in American history. Close-up of photo on marker
Credits. This page was last revised on November 2, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 21, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 614 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 21, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. 4, 5, 6. submitted on July 14, 2016, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
