November 1 is Maryland Emancipation Day. According to the 2013 Proclamation signed by Governor Martin O’Malley, this day commemorates the date of November 1, 1864, when Maryland adopted a new […]
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Watch Our New “Story Project” Video! The Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center
In the latest video from our “Story Project,” Pamela Browne, longtime volunteer and now Executive Director of the Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center, Inc., shares her story about what drew […]
Pathways Grant Program Open for Applications
The Pathways Grant Program provides support for projects at historical organizations throughout the state of Maryland. The goal is to build the long-term resiliency and efficacy of museums, historic sites, […]
Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants Open for Applications
The Forever Maryland Foundation, in partnership with the State of Maryland is now accepting applications for the annual Keep Maryland Beautiful grants program. Four different grants are being offered to help volunteer […]
Watch Our New “Story Project” Video — “Volunteering at SERC”
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) provides science-based knowledge to meet the environmental challenges of the 21st century. This new video is part of the Four Ri vers Heritage Area’s […]
Upcoming Virtual Museum Conferences
Fall is always a busy time for conferences. Though we’ll miss the opportunity to connect with our colleagues in-person this year, moving events online means it’s easier for all of […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Anne Arundel County
Hispanic Heritage Month continues! Last week we shared with you National Hispanic Heritage Month resources from AASLH. Here are some ways you can celebrate in Anne Arundel County. Anne Arundel Community […]
FREE Guide to Cemetery Art in Anne Arundel County
Are you interested in learning more about the diverse and symbolic images present in our local historic cemeteries? Anne Arundel Genealogical Society offers a new guide to Anne Arundel County […]
Funding Opportunity! 2021-2022 AmeriCorps Program Grants
The Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism is soliciting applications for 2021-2022 AmeriCorps State funding. AmeriCorps program grants fund service activities that address a variety of critical needs in the community. […]
What’s Happening This Week: September 21-27
There’s a lot happening in the Four Rivers Heritage Area this week, so we’ll get straight into this week’s offerings! Click on the event title for more information. Four Rivers […]
What’s Happening This Weekend in the Four Rivers Heritage Area
Wondering what’s happening in the Four Rivers Heritage Area this weekend? We’ve got everything from plein air painting to garden tours! Paint Annapolis is back in Annapolis! Professional artists will […]
Nominate a Heritage Practitioner or Program for an Award Today! Three Opportunities Available
Awards season is coming up! If you know an outstanding heritage or historic preservation practitioner, be sure to nominate them for one of the special recognition opportunities below. Click on […]