Join historians, artists, and educators to explore the history of African Americans and the vote in the State of Maryland. This virtual experience includes: A virtual tour of The Black Vote Mural Project “We the People” Presentation by Cheryl McLeod, MCAAHC Anti-Racism PSA Educational Workshops Interview with Eddie Brown, Brown Capital Management “Black Economics and the Vote” ” The Southern Negro Youth Congress and the Battle for the Black Vote” by Lopez Mathews, MCAAHC and Howard University Keynote Message by Dr. Ida E. Jones, Morgan State University Musical Performances and much...

Did you know that several of the Hammond-Harwood House’s former occupants are buried in St. Anne’s cemetery? On this interactive cemetery tour, visitors will discover the fascinating lives of the men and women who called the great house home. Stories of love, tragedy, and insanity will be unearthed in this hour long tour through the winding hills of the burying ground. Participants will receive a half hour admission ticket to the Hammond-Harwood House Museum. Tour begins at the cemetery entrance, between Northwest Street and College Creek. 20% of the profits...

The performance will take place in the Hammond-Harwood House garden on Saturday, October 24. Sunday, October 25th (Rain Date) Doors open at 3 p.m. Performance starts at 3:30 p.m Masks are required and guests should maintain social distance. Subscribers to BTM and Hammond Harwood House receive a discount on tickets. The Ballet Theatre of Maryland opens The Season of Hope with a revival of the classic tale that has been seducing audiences for generations. This exciting restaging pays tribute to choreographer and Founding Artistic Director Edward Stewart. The dark tale...

There is no bigger moment in the life of the American democracy than when voters head to the polls to exercise their rights as citizens to appoint a new leader. For curators at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, there is no clearer mandate than the presidential elections every four years to collect and document, to record and preserve the objects that capture the times. Smithsonian Affiliations and the National Museum of American History present a roundtable discussion of scholars discussing the hard choices and years of experience that...

Join us for the webinar premiere of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation Online Watershed Learning (OWL) program! Experience how CBF brings environmental education to life for students in our newly launched CBF OWL program. It’s Rocktober and the rockfish are living it up in the Chesapeake Bay! Did you know they are always dressed for a good swim party? Their stripes and pointy fins are fashion with a purpose. A purpose with a distinct connection to surviving and thriving in our local waterways. Join CBF’s Education department for an engaging CBF...

In 1673, France and England were locked in a power struggle over the future of North America. In this virtual presentation, Laura Chmielewski explores the dynamics of French and English colonization at a time when the continent’s future was in transition. Hear the tale of the brief, yet epic, adventure of explorers Marquette and Jolliet - that nearly changed the course of a continent. Registration required. Cost: $15 per household for General Admission; $10 per household for HA Members and Volunteers

Hammond-Harwood House cannot host the traditional Pumpkin Walk this year. Instead, celebrate Halloween by bringing a decorated pumpkin and adding it to the Pumpkin Patch on the front lawn between 12 p.m to 4 p.m on Friday, October 30 2020. Pick up a pre-packed goodie bag, enjoy a scavenger hunt in the front lawn, take photos and post on social media. Watch storyteller Andrea Lovett for a frighteningly tame story and a few belly laughs in the online video telling of the Ghost With The One black eye by visiting...

Happy Birthday – and Halloween – Mr. Paca! Visit the Paca Garden for a spooky good time this Halloween. Between 11 am and 2 pm, experience the William Paca Garden come to life as the fabulously dressed gentry of Colonial Annapolis gather to celebrate Mr. Paca’s birthday! Yes, this Signer of the Declaration of Independence was, in fact, born on October 31st. We invite you to come stroll the garden in a costume of any era or style and join in the celebration – no tricks, all treats! For an extra-spooky...

Celebrate Maryland Emancipation Day with a wreath laying at the graveside of Smith Price. Join the walk from Asbury United Methodist Church to St. Anne's Cemetery.

From punches to bounces, syllabubs to juleps, colonists imbibed a wide variety of alcoholic beverages. At Colonial Cocktails, you’ll get to make and enjoy two historical drinks and learn about colonial tavern culture. In this session, you’ll whip up some fall favorites: Lamb’s Wool and Hot Buttered Rum, two warm drinks sure to keep you toasty as the leaves start to fall. Participants must be 21+. For the safety of participants and staff, this event will be held outside with appropriate distancing, group sizes, and cleaning in accordance with CDC and...