A Concert of Haunting Baroque Music Join us for The House of Shadows: A Concert of Haunting Baroque Music in the historic ballroom of the Hammond-Harwood House. Set in the eerie glow of candlelight, this evening promises an unforgettable fusion of music, poetry, and spine-tingling surprises. Shelby Yamin will mesmerize on violin with The Devil’s Trill […]

Celebrate spooky season with London Town! Gather round the fire to carve turnip lanterns and hear the kinds of spooky stories shared by 18th century colonists.  Participation is free with site admission. Turnip lanterns are available until supplies run out. 

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 […]

The heritage community, our partners, and stakeholders are cordially invited to this year’s 21st Annual Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Heritage Awards. Celebrate history, heritage and excellence as we recognize individuals, organizations, programs and achievements that contribute to our community by interpreting, promoting, preserving, researching and/or supporting our historical legacy. Plan to join us as we […]

Due to the popularity of this event - we are holding it a second time in October! Make and enjoy your own historical drinks and learn about colonial drinking culture. We’ve heard about alcohol’s place in history, but how about in literature? Come for Negus and punch and learn about some of the eighteenth century’s […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us on for the unveiling of our new name, the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum, for an afternoon of reflection, celebration, and forward-looking vision. Our keynote address will be given by renowned poet, author, and activist Nikki Giovanni. This momentous event will honor our shared history, pay tribute to the trailblazers who paved the way, and set […]

Come to Historic London Town and Gardens and join living history reenactor, Joseph Feaster, as he portrays James Underdue; a Chaplain assigned to the 39th United States Colored Troops (USCT). As one of only 14 black Chaplains serving during the Civil War, listen to what Emancipation Day meant to him, his troops, and their struggle […]

Come join us to celebrate the Emancipation of the Enslaved population in Maryland by remembering those affected. For the first anniversary of the Port-marker ceremony at London Town, we will be hosting Black History tours throughout the weekend to remember the people who were brought here through the Atlantic Slave Trade.    Participation is free with site admission.

On November 1, 1864, a new state constitution abolished slavery in Maryland. Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we recognize and honor this historic event with special activities all weekend! All activities are included with Museum admission. This weekend, our Museum Guided Tours will focus on African American History. This 45-minute guided […]

Come meet the United States Colored Troops (USCT), Union Army regiments during the U.S. Civil War that were primarily comprised of African Americans. Volunteer members of Company B  will share their in-depth understanding of the Civil War era through performing demonstrations of camp life, military service and general values of the Black Civil War soldier. […]