Harpers Ferry National Park to Remove Unsafe Structures
National Park Service to demolish five structures at Harpers Ferry
Herald-Mail Media | Friday, January 10, 2025
The National Park Service will begin demolishing five deteriorating structures at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including the Henkle Farm House buildings, starting January 21. This decision stems from safety concerns for visitors and staff and aims to align the area with the park's 2010 General Management Plan, which envisions the landscape as it appeared during the 1862 Battle of Harpers Ferry. The demolition process, expected to take a month, follows the completion of an Environmental Assessment and the signing of a Finding of No Significant Impact. Local input was appreciated throughout the planning process, and the park anticipates an improved experience for visitors amidst these historic grounds. The story was reported by Herald-Mail Media.
