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 anticipation of the coming chill, we'll warm up with a colonial Toddy, and Negus, a fortifying spiced wine. Participants must be 21+ Pre-registration required. Space is limited. ​$25 for members (become one today!​) $33 for non-members

Looking for ghost tours in Maryland? On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the month of October, Annapolis Tours® by Watermark® is partnering with Historic Annapolis to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Our spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. Hear from real diary entries and newspaper articles of what frightened early 18th century folks. Also included is a stop inside historic Hogshead, where you will be immersed in the tales of those living in...

Looking for ghost tours in Maryland? On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the month of October, Annapolis Tours® by Watermark® is partnering with Historic Annapolis to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Our spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. Hear from real diary entries and newspaper articles of what frightened early 18th century folks. Also included is a stop inside historic Hogshead, where you will be immersed in the tales of those living in...

Barbara Goyette, Hammond-Harwood House director, and Ellen Wise, an award-winning poet, will lead a discussion on a painting in the Peale exhibit at the Hammond-Harwood House. How is a poem both like and unlike a painting? Each participant will have some time to write a poem or poetic reflection, which will be shared with the other participants. Reservations are required.

Looking for ghost tours in Maryland? On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the month of October, Annapolis Tours® by Watermark® is partnering with Historic Annapolis to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Our spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. Hear from real diary entries and newspaper articles of what frightened early 18th century folks. Also included is a stop inside historic Hogshead, where you will be immersed in the tales of those living in...

Brought to you by the Maryland Avenue and State Circle Association, celebrate the return of the Maryland Avenue Fall Festival in the heart of historic Annapolis! A tradition since 1970, Maryland Avenue has been hosting festivals for over 50 YEARS. Music, food trucks, a beer garden, entertainment and shopping all here on the bestest two blocks in town! Get ready to see your cutest doggone 4-legged pups in the annual Halloween Pup Stroll.

During the month of October, join Historic Annapolis for this spirited seasonal tour of the William Paca House highlighting sickness, treatments, and mourning rituals of the past. You’ll be guided through the historic home on a special tour focusing on the treatment of diseases, the medical practices of the women of the era, the contributions of the enslaved, the local physicians, and the mourning rituals for their dearly departed. The tour continues in the physic garden to learn about the medicinal plants and their use during the 18th century and beyond. At the...

Time: Program, 10 - 11 am; Garden Time, 11 - 11:30 am 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 (3-7 years) with a book reading, song, craft/art project, and free time in the garden. This Week's Book: Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, by Erin Barker You are cordially invited to “Mr. Pumpkin’s Tea Party!” Lady Nightshade will bring three jars of jelly to share, while four swooping bats fly through...

With our hosts at True Food Kitchen, let's celebrate fall at this Green Drinks. We'll tell you about: The return of the Great Pumpkin Drop Off and all the compost that will result Our No Butts in the Bay campaign And more! We're close enough to Halloween so feel free to wear a costume!

We invite you to join the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) for our Fall 2022 Symposium: The Pursuit of Organizational Health, Healing and Wholeness in the African American Community. This exciting two-day event will be jam-packed with highly educational experiences and impactful professional development opportunities for both individuals and organizations. The symposium will take place on the campus of Morgan State University on Thursday, October 27th, from 8:00am- 3:00pm and Friday, October 28th, from 8:00am- 5:00pm. There will also be a youth track for students to explore...