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Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: Veterans Day

William Paca House and Garden 186 Prince George Street , Annapolis, MD, United States

Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime is a fun hour full of reading and activities in the William Paca Garden, a secret treasure in the Historic District of Annapolis. Each program is designed for little ones, 3-7 years, with a book reading, song, craft/art project, and exploring in the Paca Garden. This Week’s Book: American Holidays: Veterans […]

Lafayette’s Annapolis Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of the Marquis de Lafayette, America’s favorite fighting Frenchman! Led by Glenn Campbell, retired Historic Annapolis Senior Historian, this walking tour traces the itinerary of General Lafayette’s 1824 visit to Annapolis, with a few asides to sites he knew from his earlier trips to Maryland’s capital city in 1777, 1781, and […]

Lafayette’s Annapolis Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of the Marquis de Lafayette, America’s favorite fighting Frenchman! Led by Glenn Campbell, retired Historic Annapolis Senior Historian, this walking tour traces the itinerary of General Lafayette’s 1824 visit to Annapolis, with a few asides to sites he knew from his earlier trips to Maryland’s capital city in 1777, 1781, and […]

The Creative Spirit – Poetry and Painting

Hammond-Harwood House 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United States

Join Hammond-Harwood House Director Barbara Goyette for an exploration of creative vision represented in the paintings and decorative objects in the museum collection. How does this compare with poetic inspiration? A poetry-writing workshop follows. Price: $15 per person | Members: $12 Members

Virtual Lecture – Lafayette’s Musical Reception: Annapolis, 1824

At the invitation of Congress and President Monroe, the Frenchman/American General Lafayette toured America for more than a year, 1824-25.  A young confidant of General Washington and one of the few surviving heroes of the American Revolution, the then-aged Frenchman traveled to all 24 of the current states and was greeted by massive public celebrations – […]

Homeschool Program: Fall Wonders

Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

Morning session 10:00am-11:30am Autumn is here! Have you ever wondered why trees change colors or why bears hibernate? Join us for a colorful and educational dive into how plants and animals prepare for the winter.  For children aged 6-12. Registration $8 HLTG members/$10.50 non-members. 

The Journey of My Ancestors

Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

Reverend Lawrence Walker will share the journey of his ancestors toward equality at James Madison’s Montpelier. He will emphasize the importance of including descendant voices in the narrative of colonial and early American history. As a member of the Board of Directors at Montpelier and President of the Montpelier Descendants Committee, Reverend Walker brings a […]

Homeschool Program: Fall Wonders

Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

Afternoon session 1:00pm-2:30pm Autumn is here! Have you ever wondered why trees change colors or why bears hibernate? Join us for a colorful and educational dive into how plants and animals prepare for the winter.  For children aged 6-12. Registration $8 HLTG members/$10.50 non-members. 

Jane Austen Tour

Hammond-Harwood House 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United States

Participants will enjoy a 90-minute guided tour of the house that compares the customs and social graces of the Loockerman family, who lived in the Hammond-Harwood House in the early 19th century, with those of characters in Jane Austen novels. Price: $12 per person | Members: Free

Colonial Cocktails: Cold Weather Comforts

Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

Make and enjoy your own historical drinks and learn about colonial drinking culture. We’ll ease into the coming of winter with old favorites like hot buttered rum and toddy.    Registration $25 HLTG members/$33 non-members, 21+, pre-registration required. 

Full Moon Tour

Hammond-Harwood House 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United States

Fear of crime was a concern in early America as it is today. Limited light sources heightened residents’ worries –sometimes fostered by superstitious beliefs –of thieves, wayward travelers, and pranksters. Families shut themselves inside, barred the front door, and retreated to family life. Outside, the more disorderly element frequented taverns, carried on in the streets, […]

Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: Thanksgiving in the Woods

William Paca House and Garden 186 Prince George Street , Annapolis, MD, United States

Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime is a fun hour full of reading and activities in the William Paca Garden, a secret treasure in the Historic District of Annapolis. Each program is designed for little ones, 3-7 years, with a book reading, song, craft/art project, and exploring in the Paca Garden. This Week’s Book: Thanksgiving in the […]