Experience the heart of it all at Civil War sites in Carroll, Frederick, and Washington Counties in Maryland. Experience the "heart of it all" at Civil War sites in Carroll, Frederick, and Washington Counties in Maryland. Tickets for the Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage: https://www.heartofthecivilwar.org/mhgp The mission of the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area is to promote the stewardship of our historic, cultural, and natural Civil War resources; encourage superior visitor experiences; and stimulate tourism, economic prosperity, and educational development, thereby improving the quality of life in our community for the benefit of both residents and visitors.