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  • “TWO LIGHTS FOR TOMORROW” Celebrate the Nation’s 250th

    April 18, 19, & 20, 2025 One Nation   Two Lights Three Nights   “One by land, two by sea…”             "Two Lights for Tomorrow" is a nationwide initiative to commence the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America and to commemorate the famous ride of Paul Revere […]

  • Kick-off event to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of our Nation’s founding

    Join the Annapolis 250 Commission, the Maryland 250 Commission, and Chesapeake Crossroads  April 18, 2025  (7:15-8:15pm) On Maryland Ave. & State Circle at Lawyer’s Mall (All attendees are encouraged to bring their own lanterns or lights!) Join us for this free event to highlight the 250th Anniversary of our Nation’s founding. We will commemorate Paul Revere's infamous ride […]

  • Spring Plant Sale Members Only

    Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

    Start your spring garden with colonial plants and herbs grown on site. All proceeds from the sale of the veggies go to supporting the development and expansion of the demonstration garden, helping us connect the history of London Town and gardening together! Free to shop at the plant sale. 

  • Spring Plant Sale

    Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

    Start your spring garden with colonial plants and herbs grown on site. All proceeds from the sale of the veggies go to supporting the development and expansion of the demonstration garden, helping us connect the history of London Town and gardening together! Free to shop at the plant sale. 

  • Plein Air Open House

    Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

    Be a part of the event and join amazing local Plein Air artists who come to capture the beauty of our historic William Brown House, acres of ornamental and woodland gardens, stunning overlooks, and panoramic views of the South River. Participating Plein Air painters receive free admission with a suggested donation. Spectators and other site […]

  • Visit Monticello with Historic Annapolis

    Join us for a full day outing to experience Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello! We will travel by motorcoach to Charlottesville, VA, and enjoy a guided Highlights Tour of the first-floor spaces in Thomas Jefferson’s home, the West Lawn and South Wing. This experience also includes a boxed lunch, as well as access to the gardens, grounds, […]

  • Wilson House Improvements at Wilson Park

    A public meeting has been scheduled from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 24 via Zoom to discuss plans to upgrade the structural and architectural aspects of Wilson House to allow visitors to view the home and get historic information. The building is not currently accessible to the public.

  • Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: “Trees Make Perfect Pets: A Story About Nature, Plants, and Gardening For Kids” by Paul Czajak

    William Paca House and Garden 186 Prince George Street , Annapolis, MD, United States

    “Trees Make Perfect Pets: A Story About Nature, Plants, and Gardening For Kids” by Paul Czajak Abigail is set on finding the ideal pet, and she decides on Fido. He provides shade from the sun, follows her commands, and even helps her breathe easier. That’s right—Fido is a tree! However, not everyone agrees that having […]

  • A Tree Birthday Party

    Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

    For Earth Month, we are throwing a party! Join us as we celebrate our oldest tree on-site that has witnessed 200+ years of United States history. Enjoy garden and tree-themed crafts, a scavenger hunt, games, other exciting activities, and, of course, birthday cake! Free with a suggested donation. Registration requested. 

  • Colonial Games Day at Hogshead

    Hogshead 43 Pinkney Street, Annapolis, MD

    Take a break from screen time and join the students of Broadneck High School’s at Hogshead Trades Museum for a day of old-fashioned fun! Students will demonstrate children’s games that were popular in colonial times such as skittles and shut the box. Everyone has a chance to participate in the fun and games –  Come […]

  • Painting the Hammond-Harwood House Spring Garden in Watercolor

    Hammond-Harwood House 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United States

    Jean Brinton Jaecks will inspire students to paint the spring garden at the beautiful Hammond Harwood House. The garden surrounds the famous home, with large boxwoods from the early 18 century, urns filled with an abundance of flowers, a dogwood tree and the enclosed brick wall with stunning views of the Naval Academy Chapel. Jean will give a Plein air […]