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Jul 13 2020

New Maryland State Arts Council Grants – Public Art Across Maryland Program

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by Hope Stewart

Maryland State Arts Council recently announced two grant opportunities as part of its Public Art Across Maryland Program. Public Art Across Maryland (PAAM) grants are community grants awarded to Maryland organizations or local governments to support the planning and/or implementation of a public art project. PAAM continues to fund New Artworks and this year launches funding to support Conservation of public art. New Artworks New Artworks provides two types of support to Maryland independent artists, non-profit organizations, and or local government: The New Artworks Planning Grant awards of up to $5,000 to support the...

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Jul 10 2020

What’s Open in the Four Rivers Heritage Area This Weekend

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by Hope Stewart

While we're still waiting for many of our local sites to reopen, there's still something for everyone to do this weekend in the Four Rivers Heritage Area. Below we have highlighted partners currently open to the public and ready to welcome you. Historic London Town and Gardens Historic London Town and Gardens is now almost fully open to the public. Visit anytime Wednesday - Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Explore their historic buildings including the William Brown House, the Lord Mayor's Tenement, and the Carpenter’s Shop. Or, if you feel more comfortable...

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Fall Mini Grants
Jul 09 2020

Planning Ahead for the Fall Mini-Grant Round

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by Carol

The next Four Rivers Mini-Grant Round (for FY2021 grants) will be announced in late August, with this year's criteria and application form, but you can plan for success by getting started NOW! Things you need to know: Eligibility (these criteria must be met): Are you applying as a non-profit organization or one of our local jurisdictions (City of Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Town of Highland Beach)? Does all of the project activity or the majority of project activity take place within the boundaries of the heritage area?  Is your organization “In Good...

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Jul 08 2020

Learn About the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom

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by Carol

The National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom commemorates the stories of the men and women who risked everything for freedom and those who helped them. The Network to Freedom, through shared leadership with local, state, and federal entities, as well as interested individuals and organizations, offers programs and partnerships to commemorate and educate the public about the historical significance of the Underground Railroad. The Underground Railroad—the resistance to enslavement through escape and flight, through the end of the Civil War—refers to the efforts of enslaved African Americans to gain their freedom...

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Jul 07 2020

Intent to Apply Deadline Upcoming for MHT’s Non-Capital Grants

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by Hope Stewart

Pursuing available funding for your nonprofit is more important than ever! Next Friday, July 17, is the deadline for submitting an Intent to Apply for Maryland Historical Trust's Non-Capital grant program. Please find additional information below, including a link to MHT's website with grant requirements, project eligibility, and a video workshop presentation to help guide you in the application process. FY 2021 Historic Preservation Non-Capital Grant Program Intent to Apply forms are due by 11:59 pm on July 17, 2020. The deadline for completed applications is 11:59 pm on August 28, 2020. Note: the...

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Maryland Day Unpaused
Jul 06 2020

Save the Dates for Upcoming Maryland Day: Unpaused Events

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by Hope Stewart

Maryland Day: Unpaused continues! Traditionally taking place over a weekend, the Maryland Day celebration in the Four Rivers Heritage Area is a unique heritage-based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Due to COVID-19, many of this year’s activities have been re-envisioned through online content and virtual experiences. With our local historic sites opening to the public, you can now Save the Date to attend these upcoming events taking place live and in-person, brought to you by some of our Maryland Day partners. Our sites are prepared to welcome you...

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Jul 02 2020

Celebrate Independence Day in the Four Rivers Heritage Area

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by Hope Stewart

Even though traditional 4th of July fireworks and large-scale celebrations are cancelled this year, there are other ways to celebrate Independence Day in the Four Rivers Heritage Area. The town of Galesville is still holding its annual 4th of July parade. Organized by the Galesville Heritage Society, the parade will take place this Saturday at 1:00 pm along Galesville's Main Street, beginning and ending at the intersection of Main Street and Anchor’s Way/West Benning Road. There's no better way to celebrate Independence Day than with a community rich in history. Or come...

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Jul 01 2020

Heritage Emergency National Task Force’s COVID-19 Resource Hub

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by Hope Stewart

Please find below important information about the Heritage Emergency National Task Force’s COVID-19 Resource Hub. The Heritage Emergency National Task Force (HENTF), co-sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Smithsonian Institution, is a partnership of 60 national service organizations and federal agencies. The Heritage Emergency National Task Force has compiled relevant COVID-19 URLs from its members and other stakeholders. It’s heartening to see so many resources shared so widely. However, that means you will likely encounter some of the same resources as you delve into these links. A wonderful...

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Jun 30 2020

Watch the Maryland’s Scenic Byways: Roots & Tides Video

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by Hope Stewart

Learn more about the Roots and Tides Scenic Byway in this new video by the Maryland Office of Tourism! [embed]https://youtu.be/lYDC1O1R18g[/embed] Featured Four Rivers Heritage Area attractions in the video include: United States Naval Academy Annapolis Maritime Museum Banneker-Douglass Museum Maryland State House Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial Historic London Town and Gardens Smithsonian Environmental Research Center From Annapolis through southern Anne Arundel County and down into Calvert County, explore the timeless traditions and deep maritime roots of Western Shore towns along the Chesapeake Bay. Go sailing, bird watching, museum hopping or just relax on...

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