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District Information
The Sixth District stretches from south of Pittsburgh to south of Philadelphia through Maryland’s Heartland. Each of the counties in the district has its own unique character and community spirit.
To see an interactive map of the district, click here.
To take a virtual tour though the district, start with each of the county links listed below.
Maryland's Sixth Congressional District offers a wide range of wonderful places to visit. Whether you want to explore the legacy of a civil war battlefield, experience breathtaking vistas of farms or outdoor recreational opportunities in mountains, forests, lakes, rivers and rolling hills, enjoy fine dining, experience art, science, history or culture, or shop in historic boutiques or discount outlets, the Sixth District offers something for everyone
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
A favorite among history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts, the C&O Canal follows the route of the Potomac River for 184.5 miles from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, MD. The canal operated from 1828-1924 as a transportation route, primarily hauling coal from western Maryland to the port of Georgetown in Washington, D.C.
Catoctin National Park
Beginning in 1935, the Catoctin Recreational Demonstration Area was under construction by both the Works Progress Administration and the Civilian Conservation Corps. Originally planned to provide recreational camps for federal employees, one of the camps eventually became the home of the Presidential retreat, Camp David.
Antietam National Park
Established by an Act of Congress on August 30, 1890, this Civil War site marks the end of General Robert E. Lee's first invasion of the North in September 1862 and one of the bloodiest one-day battle in American history.
Monocacy National Battlefield
Known as the "Battle That Saved Washington", the battle of Monocacy on July 9, 1864 between 18,000 Confederate forces under General Jubal Early, and 5,800 Union forces under General Lew Wallace, marked the last campaign of the Confederacy to carry the war into the north.
Queen City of Cumberland
The Queen City of Cumberland in Allegany County is the fourth city selected nationwide to be named and profiled on the National Register of Historic Places Travel Itinerary. This is a national Web site featuring heritage tourism sites and including travel planning assistance maintained by the National Park Service.
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