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Archaeology Tour of the Gresham Estate

The Gresham Estate 784 Central Avenue East, Edgewater, MD, United States

Discover the history of the Gresham Estate, London Town's newest site. Located about 10 minutes from London Town, the Gresham Estate dates back to the late 17th century. Owners have included everyone from actual pirate William Cotter to Commodore Isaac Mayo (for whom the Mayo Peninsula is named) and more. Following your tour, you'll have a chance to speak with the archaeologists and students from St. Mary's College conducting the first ever archaeological investigation of the site. ​ $7 for members and $10 for non-members. Does not include admission to Historic...

Reconstruction and African American Memory – A Virtual Juneteenth Experience

Banneker-Douglass Museum (BDM) and the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) have partnered with the Community CoCreation Lab, and the Prince George’s African American Museum and Cultural Center (PGAAMCC), to produce this virtual Juneteenth celebration. Join Dr. Christopher Bonner, University of Maryland (UMD), Department of History, as he presents a lecture on “Reconstruction and African American Memory,” moderated by Gabriel Greaves, Education Director, PGAAMCC. Following the lecture, Quint Gregory, UMD, Art History Department will give a demonstration of the Smithsonian Freedmen Bureau Transcription project. Gregory launched an annual...

DoArt: Painted Embroidered Canvas

Join the Muddy Creek Artists Guild for another evening of virtual art-making! Learn how to use minimalism to create your very own unique, mixed media artwork using acrylic paint and embroidery. Fine art painter and printmaker Patsy Card will guide participants step-by-step through the process, sharing tips and tricks along the way.​ DoArt events are a great way to learn something new and get creative with friends. Or sign-up solo and make some new friends for the evening—all while staying safely at home!

Architrex Walking Tour

Market Space Park 25 Market Space, Annapolis, MD

Explore 300 years of architecture in historic Annapolis, the museum without walls, with an architectural historian during this varied and informative walking tour. Highlights of the tour include the Shiplap House, the Paca House, Patrick Creagh House, Hammond Harwood House, and the Chase Lloyd House. Cost: $22 Adults; $10 Child (11 and under) Architrex Tours are presented in partnership with Watermark.

Mr. Paca’s Garden: Summer Storytime, “Shapes in the Garden”

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

Join Historic Annapolis on six Tuesday mornings this summer for storytime and fun activities in the William Paca Garden, a secret treasure in the Historic District of Annapolis. Each program is designed for little ones (4-7 years) with a book reading, song, craft/art project, and free time in the garden. Shapes can be found everywhere, even in a garden! Can you find the star shape in the Holly Parterre? Join us in a scavenger hunt of all the different shapes in Mr. Paca’s garden. Cost: $10 per Child and $5...

Archaeology Tour of the Gresham Estate

The Gresham Estate 784 Central Avenue East, Edgewater, MD, United States

Discover the history of the Gresham Estate, London Town's newest site. Located about 10 minutes from London Town, the Gresham Estate dates back to the late 17th century. Owners have included everyone from actual pirate William Cotter to Commodore Isaac Mayo (for whom the Mayo Peninsula is named) and more. Following your tour, you'll have a chance to speak with the archaeologists and students from St. Mary's College conducting the first ever archaeological investigation of the site. ​ $7 for members and $10 for non-members. Does not include admission to Historic...

Archaeology Tour of the Gresham Estate

The Gresham Estate 784 Central Avenue East, Edgewater, MD, United States

Discover the history of the Gresham Estate, London Town's newest site. Located about 10 minutes from London Town, the Gresham Estate dates back to the late 17th century. Owners have included everyone from actual pirate William Cotter to Commodore Isaac Mayo (for whom the Mayo Peninsula is named) and more. Following your tour, you'll have a chance to speak with the archaeologists and students from St. Mary's College conducting the first ever archaeological investigation of the site. ​ $7 for members and $10 for non-members. Does not include admission to Historic...

Colonial Cocktails: Syllabub & Usquebaugh – SOLD OUT

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

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, we'll be revisiting a favorite in Syllabub, a frothy cream dream made with cider, and exploring Usquebaugh, a spiced whiskey. ​$25 for members and $30 for non-members. Participants must be 21+. Limited seats available. Pre-registration required.

Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series

Annapolis Maritime Museum 723 Second Street , Annapolis, MD, United States

June 24 - Timmie Metz Band f. Tambo 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. Bring a chair or blanket. Concerts start at 7 p.m. at the Museum’s waterfront McNasby campus (723 Second St., Annapolis).  

Archaeology Tour of the Gresham Estate

The Gresham Estate 784 Central Avenue East, Edgewater, MD, United States

Discover the history of the Gresham Estate, London Town's newest site. Located about 10 minutes from London Town, the Gresham Estate dates back to the late 17th century. Owners have included everyone from actual pirate William Cotter to Commodore Isaac Mayo (for whom the Mayo Peninsula is named) and more. Following your tour, you'll have a chance to speak with the archaeologists and students from St. Mary's College conducting the first ever archaeological investigation of the site. ​ $7 for members and $10 for non-members. Does not include admission to Historic...