Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series
Columbia Beach: “Gem of the Bay”
Discover the powerful history of Columbia Beach, one of Anne Arundel County’s historic African American waterfront communities and the first in Maryland nominated to the National Register of Historic Places. Historic architect Mimi Giguère and longtime resident Faye Belt offer a behind the-scenes look at the community engagement, family histories, and archival work that brought this vital “Black Coast” story to light.
Presenters: Mimi Giguère, Principal Investigator and Historic Architect
Faye Belt, long-time Columbia Beach resident and former HOA President
How to Join Us!
• Lectures are held in person at AMM’s Museum, with live and virtual options.
• Pre-registration is required for members and non-members—spaces are first come, first served.
• Lectures are $10 or FREE for First Mate members and above.
To become a member, visit amaritime.org/membership
• For more information, visit amaritime.org/events/wls. Registration opens December 18.