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Jane Austen was known for her fine needlework. Led by textile artist Judy Nevins, participants will create a small embroidered piece inspired by pattern books of the Empire period using 5 basic stitches. No experience necessary and special attention provided for those of the “sinister” hand (lefties). $30 fee, $25 for members – includes instruction […]
Vince Leggett, the founder and President of Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation, will discuss his most recent projects: ---the preservation of historic Maryland beaches and recreation areas that include Columbia Beach, Elktonia- Carrs, and Sparrow’s beaches ---- the significant contributions of African Americans to the Bay’s maritime industries and culture. FREE Light refreshments will be […]
The Maryland State Archives will be hosting a Community Preservation Day on July 17th from 10:00am to 2:00pm in Annapolis, MD. Through this program, we invite members of the local community to preserve their documents, photos, and letters through digital imaging. Archivists will work with community members to describe and scan their items, so that […]
Britain’s Royal Navy took 11,000 American sailors captive during the Revolutionary War. They spent months or years buried from the world in prisons in England, Ireland, and Scotland—held indefinitely under the terms of a 1777 law that designated them as pirates and traitors, not as official prisoners of war. This talk by University of Maryland […]
$8 for member children ages 6-12 $10.50 for non-member children ages 6-12.
The Summer Concert Series IS back for the 2023 season June 15th – August 17th The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series offers 10 weeks of popular music–from rock to folk to blues–with the incomparable backdrop of the Chesapeake Bay. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Food and spirits are available for purchase. […]
Music on the Lawn: Stealing Liberty Join us on Friday evenings in July and August to enjoy good company and local music on the lawn overlooking the West River. Bring your picnic blankets and lawn chairs. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. (Please no outside alcohol.) $10 Members $12 Non-Members $15 at the […]
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. […]
Step back in time on Pinkney Street and meet the soldiers and camp followers of the First Maryland Regiment. Learn what life was like for these brave men and women during the Revolutionary era in Annapolis. Cost: Free; suggested donation, $5
In this program, you’ll learn the history behind a popular colonial food and try your hand at making it. This month we’ll make Kitchen Peppers, spice mixes popular in the colonial world. (Don’t worry, they’re not too spicy!) Participants must be 8+; children under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Ingredients: miscellaneous spices, […]
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. […]
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 explore the signature drinks of social clubs of the Colonial Chesapeake: the local South River Club Punch, a boozy […]