Clara Barton National Historic Site
The Red Cross was everything to its founder, Clara Barton. At her Glen Echo home, the closets are filled with blankets, lanterns, and other supplies for disaster relief. Her office is no-nonsense, including her chair: She cut off the back so she wouldn't rest while working. The 1891 home is a quirky thing, its design unusual inside and out, but as you wander through the rooms that sheltered Clara and her staff, you'll get to know more about the woman who made this her mission and her life. You can see the entire house in a short, fascinating visit. The guides are great with kids and never fail to keep them interested.
The Red Cross was everything to its founder, Clara Barton. At her Glen Echo home, the closets are filled with blankets, lanterns, and other supplies for disaster relief. Her office is no-nonsense, including her chair: She cut off the back so she wouldn't rest while working. The 1891 home is a quirky thing, its design unusual inside and out, but as you wander through the rooms that sheltered Clara and her staff, you'll get to know more about the woman who made this her mission and her life. You can see the entire house in a short, fascinating visit. The guides are great with kids and never fail to keep them interested.
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