Title: August Lunch and Learn - When Harry Met Elsey: Madness, Power, and Justice in Federal-Era Baltimore Presenter: Dr. Rob Schoeberlein, Baltimore City Archivist Love. Sex. Intrigue. Deception. Conflict. Violence. Bigotry. Greed. A true story set in 1800s Baltimore. The article "When Harry Met Elsie" pits a wealthy, urban, white family against a young, white woman of humble origins in a custody contest over the person and property of her husband, who some considered to be insane. The narrative, derived from archived court documents, allows us a rare glimpse into...

The Summer Concert Series IS back for the 2023 season June 15th – August 17th The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series offers 10 weeks of popular music–from rock to folk to blues–with the incomparable backdrop of the Chesapeake Bay. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Food and spirits are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol is permitted. Bring a chair or blanket. Weather Note: If the weather forecast is questionable on the day of the event, a decision will be...