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On this cemetery tour, visitors will discover the fascinating lives of the men and women who called the Hammond-Harwood House home. Stories of love, tragedy, and insanity will be told in this 60-minute tour through the winding hills of the historic St. Anne’s burying ground. Tour begins at the cemetery entrance, between Northwest Street and […]
Professor Van Morgan and her student intern will be talking about slavery and the ways that slaves were set free in Anne Arundel County. They will share the research they have completed on this subject and will include information about the slaves who lived at Linthicum Walks.
Captain Avery Museum is preparing its 26th annual oyster festival, with this year’s waterfront gathering featuring good community company, fine regional music, an array of choice gifts for purchase, 50/50 raffle, local food and drink and the best oysters anywhere. Come out for the festival and fundraiser — winner in the past of the prestigious […]
In October, experience a spirited tour of the historic William Paca House highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, and mourning rituals. You’ll be guided by candlelight 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 […]
Participants will enjoy a 90-minute guided 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. Make it extra special with Tea and a Tour! Hammond- Harwood House is proud to […]
In October, experience a spirited tour of the historic William Paca House highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, and mourning rituals. You’ll be guided by candlelight 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 […]
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. This month, we'll learn about the wines colonists drank with Hannah Wooley Punch, a claret-based punch, and Sangaree, made of fortified red […]
Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime is a fun hour full of reading and 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, and craft/art project, plus time to explore the Paca Garden following the story hour. […]
In October, experience a spirited tour of the historic William Paca House highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, and mourning rituals. You’ll be guided by candlelight 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 […]
In October, experience a spirited tour of the historic William Paca House highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, and mourning rituals. You’ll be guided by candlelight 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 […]
Join us for our annual Pumpkin Walk! Come celebrate the spooky season with games, crafts, snacks, storytelling, face painting, and a costume parade around the mansion. This event will also feature a brief tour of the mansion to introduce children to colonial superstitions and the special architecture of the Hammond-Harwood House. Wear your best costume […]