Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area (CCHA) joins the Moore Administration in announcing 6 new grants totaling $534,000 awarded to local Annapolis and Anne Arundel County non-profit organizations by the Maryland Heritage […]
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Read the CCHA Six-Year Plan for FY2027-2032
Each of the 13 heritage area management entities in the State are required by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) to complete an Action Plan which supplement the most current […]
“Poets Afloat” by Pharren Cifuentes
As the city of Annapolis prepares for the nation’s 250th anniversary the community continues to add to the festive atmosphere as we approach the 4th of July. What better way […]
Sharing the Spirit of America: Community-Wide Reading of the Declaration of Independence Planned for July 8
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area (CCHA) invites residents, organizations, businesses, community groups, and historic sites throughout the City of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County to participate in […]
Poets Afloat: Annapolis Celebrates our Nation’s 250th Anniversary with Poetry on the Water
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Annapolis will ramp up our local celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in true Chesapeake style — with history, music, and poetry on the water. On Wednesday, June 24, from […]
2026 Summer “Maritime” Crossroads Heritage Internship
The Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area is seeking applicants for the 2026 Summer Internship Celebrating Maritime Heritage in the Chesapeake Crossroads (beginning early June) to aid in the development of “Paddling […]
Revolutionary Maryland: Freedom of the Press Then and Now Traveling Exhibition Celebrating Importance of a Free Press to American Democracy Begins Statewide Tour at the Arundel Center
Press Release For Immediate Release Media Contact: C. Jane Cox, Executive Director, heritage_area@aacounty.org Date: 1/26/2026 Revolutionary Maryland: Freedom of the Press Then and Now Traveling Exhibition Celebrating Importance of a […]
Call For Nominations – 2026 Heritage Area Awards
Call For Nominations Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Awards 2026 22nd Annual Heritage Awards Nominations Due February 20th Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Awards honor individuals and organizations that make significant contributions […]
MHAA FY2027 Grant Round is OPEN
The MHAA FY2027 grant round for capital and non-capital heritage projects is now open. This opportunity is for projects beginning in July 2026. Find more information on our MHAA Grants […]
Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Presents: Maryland Day Celebration 2026
March 19 – 25, 2026 Mark Your Calendar– Save the Date– Pencil it In! Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area will host its signature annual celebration of local history and culture […]
Get Involved!: Maryland Day Celebration 2026
March 19 – 25, 2026 Each spring for the past 18 years, our heritage partners have kicked off their season, and opened their doors inviting locals, students, and visitors alike […]
Apply to Join the Maryland Heritage Areas Program Grants Review Panel
The Maryland Heritage Areas Program is seeking panelists to review applications for the upcoming FY27 grant round Did you know that grant applications submitted to the Maryland Heritage Areas Program […]