January 25th, 2021 by jacobrohrbach
Here is a delicious twist on an old classic. Crunchy French Toast is a cereal crusted french toast recipe. Thick slices of bread are dipped in a cinnamon batter and then coated in crushed cereal. It’s light and fluffy on the inside, crunchy on the outside and super easy to make. This is a sure bet […]
January 21st, 2021 by jacobrohrbach
Like many people this past year, home improvement projects took on new focus with the Coronavirus and the shutdown. Initially at the beginning of the year we had closed to complete a few planned projects like the Antietam Room renovation, the painting of the Generals Quarters and the back foyer entrance. These projects were finished […]
January 18th, 2021 by jacobrohrbach
We are excited to begin our sixth year of hosting the Civil War Lecture Series. Since we started, we’ve raised over $1800 for the Save Historic Antietam Foundation through our summer fundraiser. We have several returning guest speakers presenting and another outstanding slate of lectures scheduled at the Jacob Rohrbach Inn. Come learn from […]
October 29th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
We continue our series on the Farmsteads of Antietam with the first farm located off of the park which is the Henry Rohrbach Farm. One of the largest farms in the area at the time of the Battle of Antietam, this farm sits just north of the Lower Bridge off the Burnside Bridge Road. It […]
October 27th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
Are you looking for the perfect wedding venue? A place for a corporate gathering or family reunion? Look no further, the newest event venue is just down the road in Keedysville – Whistling Wren Farm! This beautiful 35-acre farm is nestled between Elk Ridge and South Mountain; making it the ideal location for your special […]
October 27th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
Each year we try to add a few new varieties of scones to our selection list, especially for our returning guests. This year one of our favorites is a Fig, Walnut and Goat Cheese scone. It is perfect for the holiday season. Fig, Walnut and Goat Cheese Scones – serves 16 3/4 C cold butter […]
August 6th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
The John Otto farm is the last farmstead on the battlefield and is often overlooked as you drive to the Burnside Bridge. Although the main house is the only period structure still standing on the property, the Otto farm is full of history. In 1763, Joseph Chapline, Sr., founded the town of Sharpsburg. Upon his […]
August 4th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
As we close out the Dog Days of Summer and start dreaming of the cool weather of Fall, here’s a perfect breakfast or brunch dish to get you in that Autumn mindset. Baked oatmeal is a traditional and comforting Amish breakfast dish . Unlike regular oatmeal, which is made on the stove-top and has […]
August 1st, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
Shortly after purchasing the Inn in 2015 we received a call from a couple that wanted to discuss the possibility of using a photo of the Inn for the cover of their upcoming book. Later that week we meet with Julia and Mark Brugh to discuss their book and what photo they wished to use. […]
July 12th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
John Schildt hardly needs an introduction. He is well known for his many books relating the various aspects of the Maryland Campaign of 1862 and local history. Reverend Schildt graduated from Shepherd College, Wesley Theological Seminary and has studied at Western Maryland College, Gettysburg Seminary and West Virginia University. Rev. Schildt was introduced to Civil […]
July 12th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
Although he is known for personally leading troops on the field during the Overland Campaign in 1864, the first time General Robert E. Lee actually took an active, direct role in tactical field operations was at the Battle of Antietam/Sharpsburg in September 1862. In this presentation, Alexander Rossino will document Lee’s movements during the fight […]
July 12th, 2020 by jacobrohrbach
A long time student of American History and the Civil War, Matthew Borders holds a BA in US History and an MS in Historic Preservation. He has worked as a National Park Service ranger at Antietam National Battlefield, as well as a historian and battlefield surveyor for the National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program. […]