Hosts: Presented by The Maryland State Archives in collaboration with The Enoch Pratt Free Library and The Maryland Four Centuries Project Speakers: Professors Isaac Shearn and Elgin Klugh Location: Online Event Laurel Cemetery was incorporated in 1852 as the first nondenominational cemetery for African Americans in Baltimore, quickly becoming a popular place of burial across Black Baltimore’s socioeconomic spectrum. After changing ownership several times, the last owners failed to maintain the property and declared bankruptcy in 1952. The cemetery was demolished in 1958 to make room for the development of...

September 9 Michael McHenry Tribe (Soul, Psychedelic, & Funk-Rock) The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series continues the fun of the sumer with 4 weeks of great music–from rock to funk to hip-hop–with the incomparable backdrop of our Park Campus. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol permitted. Food trucks will be on site. Bring a chair for seating.  

September 10th Biondi Family Band AcoustiCafe Join the Free Friday Night Summer Concert Series at Goshen Farm! End your week on a high note and rock in the weekend with our new 2021 line-up. It’s a family-friendly setting right here in Cape St. Claire on the Broadneck Penisula. You can walk, bike, or drive over to hear great tunes, enjoy friends, and relax. So pack up the blankets, grab some snacks, and head over. Each event features local artists. Two groups/bands perform each night from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm....

The Maryland Historical Trust, working in partnership with The Archeological Society of Maryland, Inc., proudly presents the 30th Annual Workshop in Archaeology. Our keynote speaker this year will be Dr. Richard J. Dent, recently retired Associate Professor of Anthropology at American University. Dr. Dent will regale us with tales of his decades of research in Potomac Valley archaeology. Other offerings will include hands-on workshops in photogrammetry, soils analysis and coring, identification of historic ceramics, open-source (i.e. "free") GIS software, use of the Atlatl, and the Certified Archaeological Technician (CAT) Prehistoric...

It’s the summer of 1776, and the First Maryland Regiment, under the command of General William Smallwood, are getting ready to leave their family, friends and sweethearts in Annapolis. Several weeks later, the Regiment will provide cover for the retreat of American troops at the Battle of Long Island. As the last to leave the battlefield, their bravery and their sacrifice will come to be known as the “Maryland 400." Visit Pinkney Street and meet the men as they prepare to leave Annapolis and head into battle, watch them drill...

Join Ballet Theatre of Maryland for An Afternoon of Romance in the gardens at the Hammond-Harwood House Museum. This program will feature a selection of dances for two or three dancers, centering on underlying themes of relationships and love portrayed through the beauty of classical ballet. This is a VIP event with special pricing for BTM and Hammond Harwood House subscribers/members. Wine is included in the ticket price. For questions call 410-263-4683 extension 10 or email [email protected]

Join a Pop-Up Lecture "How our Butterflies Came to Be" and "How to Get Them Back Again." Join our guest Dick Arnold as he explains the "Flight of the Monarchs." Stroll our beautiful Pollinator Gardens and Historic Site as you enjoy light refreshments. Reserve your seat by mailing a donation of $15.00 (pp) check to Historic Linthicum Walks, 1557 Eton Way, Crofton, MD 21114. Emails inquiring to [email protected].

Celebrate 13 years of Paca Girlfriends at the social event of the season!  Enjoy an evening of food, fine wine, friendship, flowers, and fun. Experience the charm of the William Paca Garden, indulge in culinary creations prepared by the area's premier chefs, and stroll through the luxurious English-style garden filled with beautiful rose bushes, an endearing fish-shaped pond, and other garden features, all while you enjoy sipping a signature Pacatini. Meet and greet with local designers as you shop in our festive marketplace. VIP ticket holders get access to the exclusive CovingtonAlsina...

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.

September 16 The Grilled Lincolns (Hip-hop, Funk, & Rock) The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series continues the fun of the sumer with 4 weeks of great music–from rock to funk to hip-hop–with the incomparable backdrop of our Park Campus. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol permitted. Food trucks will be on site. Bring a chair for seating.