Fort Detrick

Fort Detrick is a U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (MRDC) installation supporting a multi-governmental community that conducts biomedical research and development, medical material management, worldwide communications, and the study of foreign plant pathogens. The US Army Garrison, Fort Detrick, supports five cabinet-level agencies: The Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Agriculture, Department of Homeland Security and Department of Health and Human Services. Fort Detrick is a U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (MRDC) installation supporting a multi-governmental community that conducts biomedical research and development, medical material management, worldwide communications, and the study of foreign plant pathogens.

Contact Information

Address:


1520 Freedman Drive Room 125 Fort Detrick, MD 21702

Main:


301-619-2197

Programs & Services

  • Spouse Education, Training and Careers
    Address
    1520 Freedman Drive Fort Detrick, MD 21702-5000
    Phone

    Main:

    301-600-2255
    Hours
    If you are seeking Employment Readiness Assistance please utilize the Frederick County Employment Works services for resume writing, dress for success, computer skills, job search and interview skills. www.frederickworks.com or 301-600-2255
  • Transition Assistance Program
    Address
    Community Support Center 1520 Freedman Drive 121 Fort Detrick, MD 21702-5000
    Phone

    Main:

    301-619-7311
    Hours

    Monday – Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Thursdays 9:00 am -4:00 pm
    Sat and Sun – closed

  • Travel Office
    Address
    949 Sultan Drive Fort Detrick, MD 21702
    Phone

    Main:

    301-619-2892
    Hours

    Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00
    For leisure travel tickets to amusement parks.

    **Official travel done online.
    **Commercial travel/PCS/TDY is done through Carson Wagonlit from Aberdeen Proving Grounds.

  • VA Facilities
    Address
    1433 Porter Street Building 1433 Frederick, MD 21702-9211
    Phone

    Main:

    800-817-3807
    Hours

    Hours of Operation

    Facility Hours of Operation:
    Monday: 8:00am-4:30pm
    Tuesday: 8:00am-4:30pm
    Wednesday: 8:00am-4:30pm
    Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm
    Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: Closed

  • Veterinary Services
    Address
    2018 Annapolis Road Fort Meade, MD 20755
    Phone

    Main:

    301-677-1300
    Hours
    Fort Detrick does not have their own clinic. Clients are referred to Fort Meade Veterinary Clinic at 301-677-1300. Scheduling is usually 2-3 weeks out.
  • Victim Advocate Services
    Address
    1520 Freedman Drive Room 125 Fort Detrick, MD 21702
    Phone

    Main:

    301-619-7453
    Hours

    Mon-Fri 0800-1600
    Sat and Sun – closed

  • Welcome/Visitors Center
    Address
    Building 9000, Amber Drive Fort Detrick, MD 21702
    Phone

    Main:

    301-619-0101

    Info:

    301-619-0102
    Hours

    Open Monday-Friday 6:00 am-4:00 pm, except holidays, weekends and base closures

    Vehicle Search Area (VSA) open 24/7

  • Youth Programs/Centers
    Address
    955 Sultan Drive Fort Detrick, MD 21702-5016
    Phone

    Main:

    301-619-2901
    Hours
    Mon – Fri 6:00 am – 6:00 pm