This installment will feature Lyman Hall, author of The Stewards of West River: A Maryland Family During the American Revolution.  A soldier, a prisoner of war, a hero – one of Maryland’s sons.   Hear about John Steward, an Army Lieutenant, who served with the elite Maryland Line and fought in consequential battles throughout the American Revolution including Long Island, South Carolina, and Yorktown. Following the lecture, book signing, enjoy light refreshments and a tour of the Inn including the newly restored second floor. Admission is $15.00 per person.  Advanced registration is...

This lecture, followed by a Q&A period, will provide insights into Homer’s career as an engraver and its importance in American art history. Winslow Homer (1836–1910) is regarded by many as the preeminent American painter of the 19th century, well known for his dynamic renditions of scenes from the coast. His rise to prominence was greatly due to his work as an illustrator for the then-booming pictorial press—an outlet that brought Homer’s imagery into hundreds of thousands of homes on a nearly weekly basis. During his tenure with such publications...

Join us on select Tuesday mornings 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. It’s a cold and windy day and Bear is hungry and lonely. He decides to invite his friends over for dinner, but there is one problem: Bear has no food in the cupboards! What will he do? Bear’s friends are kind and generous. Come find out...

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.

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: Wassail and Hot Buttered Rum, two warm drinks sure to keep you toasty as the leaves start to fall.​ $25 for members and $33 for non-members.​ Participants must be 21+. Limited seats available. Pre-registration required.

What is happening in Glasgow and what does it really mean for the Climate Crisis? How will global-level decisions made at COP26 affect us here in Maryland? Two officials will address these questions at a special and informative virtual talk. Peter Goodwin, PhD, professor and President of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science will briefly address the existential nature of the global issues discussed at COP26 and what agreements or pledges made at the higher levels of government mean. Then Maryland Secretary of the Environment Ben Grumbles will...

Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn for a Make-Your-Own Holiday Centerpiece program on November 20, 2021, at the Historic Rising Sun Inn located at 1090 General’s Highway, Crownsville.  Seating is limited, but there are two sessions.  Register for either the 10:00 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. session. Start your holiday season with a beautiful, fresh centerpiece.  This centerpiece made to last with an evergreen base will take you right from Thanksgiving through to your Christmas table. The price is $60.00 for one centerpiece.  If you want to make additional centerpieces advanced ordering is necessary.  All...

The Hammond-Harwood House offers a two hour in-depth tour of the architecture of the house.

Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn for a Make-Your-Own Holiday Centerpiece program on November 20, 2021, at the Historic Rising Sun Inn located at 1090 General’s Highway, Crownsville.  Seating is limited, but there are two sessions.  Register for either the 10:00 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. session. Start your holiday season with a beautiful, fresh centerpiece.  This centerpiece made to last with an evergreen base will take you right from Thanksgiving through to your Christmas table. The price is $60.00 for one centerpiece.  If you want to make additional centerpieces advanced ordering is necessary.  All...

The first two Thursdays of December from 4 pm until Midnight and the third Thursday of December from 4 pm until 11 pm. Residents and visitors are invited to stroll along Main Street, West Street, Maryland Avenue, State Circle, Market Space and Dock Street from 4 PM until Midnight to support local businesses. When we Shop Local, we reinvest in our community and help our downtown businesses thrive. Check out all the stores, galleries, and boutiques throughout the downtown area.