Fort McHenry reopens after longest government shutdown in U.S. history ends

BALTIMORE — After being closed for well over a month, Fort McHenry has finally reopened.

People jumped at the chance to learn a bit of Baltimore history.

For 43 days this lock stayed firm on the gates at Fort McHenry during the government shutdown.

But Friday, the historic site finally reopened.

Fort McHenry reopens after longest government shutdown in U.S. history ends

Taz Fidaali is visiting Baltimore for work and chose to come to Fort McHenry for the first time calling it an amazing experience.

"I was part of the pulling up the flag. For me, it was a wonderful experience, what amazing timing for me," Fidaali said, "I was not born here but I came to the U.S. and this is my country."

Seeing all the park has to offer, he shook his head at the fact that it was inaccessible for so lon