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 1974, Historic Annapolis opened the newly reconstructed Paca Garden to the public. We’re pleased to celebrate 50 years of our beloved Paca Garden with special guided garden tours on Friday mornings throughout the summer. Take a stroll through our beautifully restored two-acre 18th century English garden. Your experienced docent will share its history from […]

In October, experience a spirited tour of the historic William Paca House, highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, mourning rituals, and superstitions. You’ll be guided by candlelight on a special tour focusing on the treatment of diseases, medical practices of the women of the era, contributions of the enslaved, local physicians, and mourning rituals […]

During the month of October, we’re partnering with Watermark Tours to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Tours will be offered on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the month, with a special tour offered Wednesday, October 30. Watermark’s spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and […]

Join us for an exciting, hands-on workshop led by artist Jabari Jefferson as he shares his creative vision for the museum’s upcoming exhibit, Sacred Spaces. This interactive session provides a unique opportunity for Annapolis community members to engage directly in the art-making process. Participants will sort and cut materials, which Jefferson will later transform into […]

Before London Town existed, the Piscataway were the caretakers of this land. Learn about the foods grown by indigenous peoples and how they influenced and were influenced by European settlers. Participation is free with site admission.

Join Historic Annapolis for a rare opportunity to tour the privately-owned Peggy Stewart House! In October 1774, the people of Annapolis discovered that the brigantine, the Peggy Stewart, contained contraband tea that violated the colonists’ non-importation resolution. In response to public outrage, ship owner Anthony Stewart was forced to burn the Peggy Stewart with the tea […]

As always, our Oyster Festival -- winner in the past of the Bay Weekly Best of the Bay award for Community Events -- features good community company, fine regional music, an array of choice gifts for purchase, a cash raffle, local food and drink and the best oysters anywhere. Come out for the festival and […]

Before London Town existed, the Piscataway were the caretakers of this land. Learn about the foods grown by indigenous peoples and how they influenced and were influenced by European settlers. Participation is free with site admission.

In October, experience a spirited tour of the historic William Paca House, highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, mourning rituals, and superstitions. You’ll be guided by candlelight on a special tour focusing on the treatment of diseases, medical practices of the women of the era, contributions of the enslaved, local physicians, and mourning rituals […]

Event Schedule: 2024 Event Fall Harvest Festival  PLUS War of 1812 Activity SHELL AND GRIND CORN – WOODCARVERS BUILD A SCARECROW – MAKE A CORN HUSK DOLL  MAKE IT, TAKE IT LAVENDER SACHETS Date October 13, 2024 Activity  NORTHERN ARUNDEL CULTURAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY (NACPS) – *** Learn about African Americans during the War of 1812 & the contributions of African […]

Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn as they celebrate the birthday of President and General Dwight D. Eisenhower on Sunday, October 13, 2024, when we welcome author, Richard Striner with his book, Ike in Love and War. President Eisenhower was born October 14, 1890, and this new book sheds light on his Personal […]