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The Siege of Yorktown in October 1781 was a decisive win for George Washington’s Continental Army. Yet it was also a triumph for the unlikely wartime alliance forged between patriot revolutionaries and the French King Louis XVI. University of Maryland historian Dr. Richard Bell explores the inside story of this essential alliance as it evolved […]
Historic Annapolis, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is pleased to present a special presentation celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us for a talk and discussion about the history and contributions of the diverse U.S. Latino community with Ranald Woodaman, Exhibitions Director of the National Museum of the American Latino. The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American […]
Looking for ghost tours in Maryland? On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the month of October, Annapolis Tours® by Watermark® is partnering with Historic Annapolis to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Our spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. […]
Looking for ghost tours in Maryland? On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the month of October, Annapolis Tours® by Watermark® is partnering with Historic Annapolis to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Our spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. […]
City of Annapolis Council Chambers, 160 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD. This hearing, being conducted in partnership with Connecting the Dots, “will focus on the tragic lynchings of John Simms (death,1875); George Briscoe (death,1884); Wright Smith (death,1898); Henry Davis (death,1906); and King Johnson (death,1911). Participants may include descendants of the lynching victims, expert witnesses, […]
Our signature Arts in the Park free festival features live performances, art, more than 40 artist and community vendors, multiple hands-on arts workshops for all ages, food trucks, and fun for the entire family. The festival is held in front of our Hammonds Lane Theatre. (if it rains, the festival will be moved into the […]
Much of the economic activity in seaside towns came from the maritime visitors who stopped there. As such, many businesses sprang up with sailors in mind. Come visit Hogshead Pinkney Street in the waterfront city of Annapolis and see history come to life. Stop by our maritime tavern and learn about the various businesses that catered […]
Long before Instagram, the people of the 18th century also loved makeup tutorials. Women AND men put their best foot forward with a made-up face, and now we're going to join in on the fun. In this program, you'll make and take home three all-natural, plant-based* cosmetics that were popular in the colonial era (lip […]
Take a "ride" on the Underground Railroad" with a famous "conductor" from Maryland. Dress for outdoor activity. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Please ask about group rates. Cost: $15 per person.
Looking for ghost tours in Maryland? On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the month of October, Annapolis Tours® by Watermark® is partnering with Historic Annapolis to offer Special Historic Hauntings. Our spirited guide will lead you through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. […]
Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis on the second Sunday of every month Hands-On History Days. Drop in any time between 10 am and 2 pm for special family activites - a new theme each month means you and your family will want to visit again and again! Activities are included with Museum admission, which is 1/2 […]
SHIP’’S COMPANY, War of 1812 Reenactors, and the CHANTEYMEN SCALES & TALES from Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary NORTHERN ARUNDEL CULTURAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY (NACPS) with information on African Americans in the War of 1812, and at Hancock’s Resolution SCARECROW MAKING * CORN HUSK DOLL MAKING * MAKE AN AUTUMN DOOR SWAG * CONTRIBUTE TO HANCOCK’S/NACPS “COMING TOGETHER […]