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It's a busy week of events, both virtual and in-person, so make sure to read on below about all our partners' offerings. You're sure to find happenings for all ages. And don't forget check out our Event Calendar to see what's coming in the future. Many of these programs have limited capacity and fill up quickly, and you won't want to miss out! Click on the event title for more information. Mr. Paca's Garden: Summer Storytime, "Good Morning Yoga" Date: Tuesday, July 20 Time: Program, 10 - 11 am; Garden Time, 11...

We're excited to announce some new openings among our heritage sites. The US Naval Academy is open to the public, which means if you're in Annapolis, you can now visit the Naval Academy Museum as well. The Museum offers two floors of exhibits about the history of seapower, the development of the U.S. Navy, and the role of the U.S. Naval Academy in producing officers capable of leading America's sailors and marines. Check out their website for hours of operation. Or head down to southern Anne Arundel County to visit the Captain...

It's another full week of events from our partners. You're not going to want to miss these programs, including the reopening of the Captain Avery Museum. Now there's even more to do in the Four Rivers Heritage Area. Click on the event title for more information. Virtual Lecture – Pirates of the Chesapeake Bay: The American Revolution Pirates v. Privateers Date: Tuesday, July 13 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Online Host Organization: Historic Annapolis The American Revolution is often viewed through an “us vs. them” lens in which the proud, patriotic American colonists rebelled...

Now that we are finally moving into post-pandemic recovery, summer once again means summer camps! Some of our partners offer summer camp opportunities or other events for children, and they'd love for you to join them. Summer camps at Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks are now open for registration. They offer fun and safe day camps, child care, outdoor adventure, dance, summer enrichment, aquatics and more. Choose from a variety of themed activities from Amusement Park Adventures to Mad About Movies. They also just introduced Nature Escape: Mini-Camp,...

Independence Day weekend may be over, but summer is still going strong! Keep busy with one of these events from our partners, from tours, seminars, to an outdoor concert. Click on the event title for more information. Guided Garden Tours Date: Tuesday, July 6 Time: 10:30 am and 11:30 am Location: William Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George Street Host Organization: Historic Annapolis Join your guide, Pat, for a tour of a two-acre 18th century English garden nestled in the heart of our bustling city. Discover the unique native plantings and interesting...

It's great when the holiday shapes up to be a FOUR-DAY FOURTH OF JULY IN THE FOUR RIVERS HERITAGE AREA!! Join our friends at the City of Annapolis, Historic Annapolis, the Annapolis Maritime Museum, Visit Annapolis, Art in Public Places, Greater Parole Community Association, Downtown Annapolis Partnership, National Park Service - Chesapeake, Maryland Hall, ArtFarm, Inner West Street Association, and many more for a multi-day Fourth of July celebration. Read all the details below! The City of Annapolis will play host to a variety of events to celebrate Independence Day weekend in...