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Stop by the William Brown House to learn more about Elizabeth Ferguson, who ran a tavern and stay-making business in the late 1700s, from one of our volunteer living history interpreters. See the process of stay-making and learn about a real person from our town's history. Included with admission to site Free for members
Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis and celebrate Women’s History – and the power of women! We’ll be welcoming special living historians and highlighting the contributions of women to the shaping of our nation. Activities are included with Museum admission. Meet Camp Followers from the Revolutionary War! Learn from these living history interpreters about […]
In 1999, the National Security Agency and Central Security Service (NSA/CSS) established the Cryptologic Hall of Honor “to pay special tribute to the pioneers and heroes who rendered distinguished service to American cryptology.” As of 2023, 111 individuals, and occasionally groups, have received this highly select and competitive honor. In honor of Women’s History […]
At the March 20th Green Drinks at Homestead Gardens, stroll among the flowers, get to know the 13 local restoration organizations of the GreenGive, and learn about what to do and where to go to Celebrate Maryland Day! The Sandpiders Band will play, and the delicious Bread and Butter Kitchen food will be served. We look […]
Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with family and friends getting together to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Many know we have the signers of the Declaration of Independence calling […]
Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with family and friends getting together to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Many know we have the signers of the Declaration of Independence calling […]
Celebrate the spring equinox and the beginning of boating season each March by burning those nasty winter socks at the Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning. In a tradition dating back to the late-1970s, Annapolitans relieve themselves of the necessities of winter as the “Burn Your Socks” is recited.
Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with family and friends getting together to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Many know we have the signers of the Declaration of Independence calling […]
When Benedict Arnold realized his plan to defect to the British had been exposed, the first thing he did was tell Peggy Shippen, his loyalist-leaning wife who had helped him plan his treachery. After the war, Parliament announced plans to resettle refugees like the Arnolds in Canada in order to strengthen Britain’s power in its […]
Join Chris Haley, Director of Research, Education and Outreach and the Study of the Legacy of Slavery Program and a panel of local historians and activists for a lecture and discussion on the language of race.
In this family-friendly activity, participants will enjoy story time in the Hammond-Harwood House, go on an Easter egg hunt in the garden, and paint the wooden eggs that are found. Price: $15 per child | Members: Members $10 per child
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 throughout the summer. Take a stroll through our beautifully restored two-acre 18th century English garden. Your experienced docent will share its history from the time of […]