Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Presents: She Speaks – Black Women Artists and the Power of Historical Memory Throughout history, Black women have been the architects of resistance, the keepers of resilience, and the visionaries of transformation. She Speaks is a groundbreaking exhibition that amplifies their voices through the powerful lens of contemporary art. Featuring works by Black women artists, this collection […]

Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis! Drop in on Saturday, February 7 for special family activities to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Take our NEW tour, Race and Rights Guided Tour of the Museum, offered at 11 am and 2 pm (pre-registration required; space is […]

Presented by: Goshen Farm Preservation Society's African American Heritage Committee Visit the Severna Park Library on February 7 (1-4pm) to learn about the role of Goshen Farm and Broadneck Peninsula in the Underground Railroad. Learn about this deep local history and join us for hands-on activities.

Join us in these friendly and relaxed writing workshops led by Sandra Olivetti Martin, publisher of New Bay Books and founding editor of the Bay Weekly, and Julie Wakeman-Linn, writer, editor, teacher. Writers of all ages welcome! Pre-registration is preferred. Members: Free Nonmembers: $10

In the summer of 1787, 55 delegates met in Philadelphia to revise the now-floundering Articles of Confederation. They emerged with a new U.S. Constitution—but the discussions and drafting largely happened behind closed doors. The question of slavery pervaded those discussions, as did the critical divide between “small state” and “large state” delegates. How did these […]

During one of the darkest periods of American History, thousands of enslaved people undertook a harrowing journey to find freedom. That story comes to life in Heroes of the Underground Railroad. This play highlights several of the heroic stories of the brave men and women who dared to escape slavery, and the abolitionists who risked everything to […]

Did you know there's history buried underneath our feet? Historic London Town would not exist without archaeology. This month we'll explore how archaeologists use objects after they're out of the ground to learn about the past through scientific observations, experiments, and critical thinking. This program is best suited for ages 6-12. Cost: London Town Members: […]

Did you know there's history buried underneath our feet? Historic London Town would not exist without archaeology. This month we'll explore how archaeologists use objects after they're out of the ground to learn about the past through scientific observations, experiments, and critical thinking. This program is best suited for ages 6-12. Cost: London Town Members: $9.50, […]

The Founding Fathers’ cries for liberty from tyranny and oppression resonated with African Americans and were embraced by Black craftspeople, both free and enslaved. This talk highlights the profound contributions of African American material culture in the enduring pursuit of freedom. It serves as the culmination of the DAR Museum’s 2025 exhibition and the accompanying […]

Columbia Beach – Through the Decades with Julian Bethea and Isaac Clinton   Join us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches Doors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread, dessert, and tea and […]

Join Historic Annapolis for a Volunteer Open House! Meet current Historic Annapolis volunteers and staff, explore roles that match your interests and skills, and discover how you can make a real impact in your own community. More than 100 volunteers contribute over 9,000 hours each year to support our historic sites and mission. From museum […]

Do you LOVE maps, buildings, and history? So do we! Historians, preservationists, and planners often turn to the a resource that was never meant to have such lasting value: Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps. Created from the 1850s through the 1950s to support fire insurance underwriting, these detailed maps have become indispensable for tracing changes to […]