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A Fresh Take: William Paca Garden

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By Riley Hoaglin During this delightful summer season, I have an extraordinary destination in mind for you and your family to explore, whether you've had the pleasure before or not. Have you ever ventured into the awe-inspiring realm of the William Paca House's Garden? The site is operated, staffed, and maintained by Historic Annapolis. Back in 1760, the William Paca House and Garden stood as a truly remarkable place. This magnificent Georgian mansion, consisting of five distinct sections, was erected during the 1760s by the esteemed William Paca. Paca, one of Maryland's...

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Listen to the Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park Town Hall

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by Carol

The Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park is an exciting new County initative that invites YOUR feedback and ideas! On Tuesday, June 27, the County held a Town Hall about the future of the Park that was well-attended and attracted lots of ideas already! To listen to the Town Hall meeting recording, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2XhXJV8FxE County Overview: What Do We Own Now? Full Parcel: Approximately 500 acres containing 76 structuresMaryland Environmental Trust Easement: Approximately 160 acresMaryland Historic Trust Easement: Approximately 20 acres surrounding the core historic building complex comprised of 10 structures, all property development...

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Bates Legacy Center Seeks Former Students and Supporters for Quilting Project

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by Carol

The Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center invites the public to participate in the Bates Legacy Center Story Telling Quilt Project! The Center is developing six Documentary Story Quilts as part of a project funded in part by a FY2023 Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) Grant. There have been two quilt planning sessions to date and the third has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 11 at 4 p.m. at the Bates Legacy Center, 1101 Smithville Street, Annapolis. All are invited! The six quilts planned will group graduating classes together by decade (1930's,...

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Hands on History: A Visit to the Anne Arundel Archaeology Laboratory and The Lost Towns Project

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by Carol

By Hess Stinson My curiosity leads me to the best places. Recently, I took up the opportunity to volunteer at the Anne Arundel Archaeology Lab (https://www.aacounty.org/departments/planning-and-zoning/cultural-resources/archaeological-sites/Museum), an experience that left me in awe of the rich history hidden beneath the surface of our everyday lives. As I held fragments of objects that were once essential to people's daily routines, I couldn't help but feel a deep connection to the past and a profound appreciation for the work of archaeologists in uncovering these stories. As someone who embarked on independent heritage work...

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A Fresh Take: Woodlawn History Center at SERC

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by Carol

By Riley Hoaglin Anne Arundel County is a treasure trove of remarkable attractions and hidden gems, but there is one site in particular that has captured my heart and become my new favorite spot. Nestled within the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) (website: serc.si.edu) in Edgewater, the Woodlawn History Center includes captivating details of local history and houses an impressive collection of engaging artifacts. Since its opening in July, the Woodlawn History Center has been a place to go to learn about enthralling stories that originate right in our own backyard. Dating...

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A Fresh Take: Anne Arundel County Free School Museum

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by Carol

By Riley Hoaglin The Anne Arundel County Free School is a fascinating historical museum that offers a glimpse into education in the 1700s. Initially, the school served as a boarding school exclusively for boys, but over time, it evolved into a co-educational institution. At its peak, the school had 62 students and counted notable individuals like Johns Hopkins among its alumni. However, after the Civil War, many young men had to leave school to return to work on farms. When you visit the museum, you'll find an authentic representation of a 1700s...

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Entries Due June 19 for Student Essay and Art Competition for March on Washington Commemoration

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by Carol

The Caucus of African American Leaders (CAAL) has been an active community organization at the forefront of human and civil rights and social and racial justice for over ten years. This year, CAAL is planning a commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the August 1963 March on Washington (MOW) in our state’s capitol. This two-day commemoration event will include a reenactment of the March and its program Saturday, August 26thfollowed by a Worship service Sunday, August 27th. The theme for this event is “Together We Can Be The Dream As We Commemorate, Educate, Activate.”  The CAAL...

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Information on Noah Hillman Downtown Parking Garage Reopening

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by Carol

Our friends at the Downtown Annapolis Partnership have shared a full rundown of the information on the Hillman Garage Reopening, including the introductory days of FREE parking, June 14-June 19. Read more below: The City of Annapolis will hold a Grand (re)Opening for the downtown Noah Hillman Garage open to the public from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, with live music, giveaways, and free parking. FEATURES OF THE NEW GARAGE: The new garage will include: more parking spaces (165 more than the old garage); gateless entry and exit;...

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Anne Arundel County Recognizes 25 Years of Agricultural and Woodland Preservation

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by Carol

On, Thursday, May 25, County Executive Steuart Pittman and the Department of Recreation and Parks held an event to celebrate the past 25 years of Agricultural and Woodland Preservation in Anne Arundel County, at Historic Hancock's Resolution in Pasadena. Mr. Pittman and Jessica Leys, Director of the Department, were joined by former County Executive Janet Owens for the ceremony. Owens is a lifelong resident of Anne Arundel County, having grown up in Lothian, and she was the first and only elected woman county executive in Anne Arundel County's history.  Under...

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A Fresh Take: Annapolis Maritime Museum

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by Carol

By Riley Hoaglin Have you had the pleasure of experiencing all that the Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) has to offer? You may have heard of this renowned institution, perhaps from attending one of their famous events like their annual sock-burning, or from a field trip taken in grade school. But have you ever visited solely to immerse yourself in the museum's extensive offerings? Established as a museum in the 1990s, the AMM has since transformed itself into a must-see destination for Annapolis. Through interactive and engaging exhibits, the museum beautifully captures...

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