Interested in learning more about Historic Annapolis and how we work to protect what makes Annapolis unique? Come to our special Preservation Open House on August 30! Drop by between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm and enjoy a little ice cream snack while you meet and greet with HA’s Preservation Department staff, explore the Paca Garden, and learn more about the preservation advocacy and programs we offer – and how you can get involved. Plus, we want you to share with us what you believe needs to be done to...

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. This Week’s Book: Lola Goes to School by Anna McQuinn It’s back-to-school time! Lola and her family prepare for the first day of school the night before, from picking out her outfit to packing her...

September 7: Rickshaw Lizard The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series continues the fun of the summer with 4 weeks of great music–from rock to funk to hip-hop–with the incomparable backdrop of our Park Campus. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol is permitted. Food trucks will be on site. Bring a chair for seating.

It’s the summer of 1776, and the First Maryland Regiment, under the command of General William Smallwood, are preparing to leave Annapolis and say farewell to their loved ones. Several weeks later, the Regiment would demonstrate what true valor would look like at the Battle of Long Island. Visit Pinkney Street and meet the men who would become known as the “Maryland 400” as they prepare to leave Annapolis and talk with their families and see how they prepare supplies for the troops. Learn how the efforts and courage of...

Dr. Julie Rose, Marietta House Museum director and Hammond-Harwood House trustee, will lead a tour and cover the stories of the enslaved men and women who built, maintained, and lived in Hammond-Harwood House. Participants will learn about urban slavery in Annapolis in the antebellum era. Price: $15 | Members: $10

Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis on the second Sunday of every month for Hands-On History Days. Drop in any time between 11 am and 3 pm for special family activities – a new theme each month means you and your family will want to visit again and again! Activities are included with Museum admission. In September, the year is 1773 and news is swirling with talk of Revolution! Meet Anne Catharine Green, colonial printer to the colonies and publisher of the Maryland Gazette. Learn about the life of a...

This month our middle schoolers will learn about textiles in the colonial world. As we try our hands at weaving and spinning, we’ll explore the concepts of mercantilism and international trade, the role of taxation in the American Revolution, and the ethics of homespun fabrics. ​ $8 for member children ages 11-14  $10.50 for non-member children ages 11-14

During the American Revolutionary War, the British military made big promises to enslaved Americans. In return for taking up arms against the patriots, enslaved people won pledges from British commanders that they would free them when Britain won the war. So, what happened when Britain instead lost? This talk with Dr. Richard Bell of the University of Maryland explores these Black fugitives’ extraordinary odyssey through what was left of Britain’s global empire after 1783 to examine the ways they tried to pursue happiness and forge an African American diaspora. Registration...

Experience the fabrics of colonial life - woolens, linens, cottons, and silks!  Help process some of the natural fibers that were the basis of colonial clothing.  Fabric patterns were often block printed on colonial textiles – design and print your own pattern to take home!​ $8 for member children ages 6-12 $10.50 for non-member children ages 6-12

Experience the fabrics of colonial life - woolens, linens, cottons, and silks!  Help process some of the natural fibers that were the basis of colonial clothing.  Fabric patterns were often block printed on colonial textiles – design and print your own pattern to take home!​ $8 for member children ages 6-12 $10.50 for non-member children ages 6-12

Lesser-known collections at the Maryland State Archives reveal the active role Marylanders took in the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, which showcased scientific, technological, agricultural, industrial, and artistic achievements throughout America. Glimpse the efforts to create the “Maryland Building,” explore award-winning contributions of our state’s citizens, meet a Baltimore activist advocating for the representation of black Marylanders’ invaluable achievements, and experience the day-to-day account of a Marylander who journeyed hundreds of miles to experience the fair first-hand. Rachel Frazier serves as the Director of Reference Services for the Maryland State Archives....

September 14: Eastport Oyster Boys The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series continues the fun of the summer with 4 weeks of great music–from rock to funk to hip-hop–with the incomparable backdrop of our Park Campus. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol is permitted. Food trucks will be on site. Bring a chair for seating.

Come celebrate the 240th anniversary of the signing of the 1783 Treaty of Paris! The 2023 National Treaty of Paris Festival will be held at the Michael E. Busch Library in Annapolis. On Saturday, September 16, stop by and visit our Historic Annapolis table to learn more about our organization, our membership benefits, the Museum of Historic Annapolis and the William Paca House and Garden, and our exciting educational programs and school opportunities. The festival is free and open to the public with special exhibits, activities and living history presentations...

Behind the Book Lecture Series with mystery author Marcia Talley and friend, Sujata Massey Marcia Talley and her fellow writer, Sujata Massey, will lead a discussion about mystery writing. Each will talk about her books and answer audience questions. Both of these authors are mystery writers. They will talk about their books, the writing process and answer questions from the audience. Marcia Talley' books are centered around a character, Hannah Ives, who lives in Annapolis (great local connection). Historic house tours will be avaliable and light refreshments will be served.

Join Ballet Theatre of Maryland for a performance in the garden at the Hammond-Harwood House Museum. This program will feature a selection of works for small groups of dancers showcasing the talents of our company dancers. This is a VIP event with special pricing for BTM and Hammond Harwood House subscribers/members. Wine is included in the ticket price. PLEASE NOTE: THIS PERFORMANCE WILL BE OUTDOORS. To pay by check, please call 410-224-5644. Price: $80 | Members: $60 .

Participants will enjoy a 90-minute guided tour of the house that compares the customs and social graces of the Loockerman family, who lived in the Hammond-Harwood House in the early 19th century, with those of characters in Jane Austen novels. Make it extra special with Tea and a Tour! Hammond- Harwood House is proud to partner with Reynold’s Tavern of Annapolis. Reynold’s Taverns offers an extensive afternoon tea menu – a perfect pairing to enjoy before or after the Jane Austen Tour. Tours and tea are booked separately. Price: $12...

September 21: Honest Lee Soul The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series continues the fun of the summer with 4 weeks of great music–from rock to funk to hip-hop–with the incomparable backdrop of our Park Campus. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol is permitted. Food trucks will be on site. Bring a chair for seating.

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 try two drinks found in 18th century cookbooks. Rum Ratafia is an almond-y, fruit-steeped rum cordial, while Syllabub, our old favorite, is a frothy, creamy delight. ​Participants must be 21+ ​Members: $25 Non-Members: $33 ​Please note: this program is held outside.

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. This Week’s Book: Where Are You From? by Yamile Saied Méndez  Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. When a young girl is asked where she’s really from, she asks her abuelo. However, he...

Join us on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 from 10 am to 2 pm at Goshen Farm for our 9th Annual Fall Open House. We are located at 1420 Cape St. Claire Road. This is a free event that is full of fun, family activities, and food! There will be 2 scheduled Tours of the Historic House (circa 1780’s). Explore the farm and see all the educational opportunities. We do encourage people to bring their phones as portions of the tour will be digital.

Learn to decipher 18th and 19th century handwriting, accompanied by an introduction to calligraphy. Pricing includes supplies. Price: $50.

The Northern Arundel Cultural Preservation Society (NACPS) and the Friends of Hancock’s Resolution (FOHR) invite you to a celebration and unveiling of the “Coming Together Documentary Story Quilt” at Historic Hancock’s Resolution (2795 Bayside Beach Rd, Pasadena, MD) and on zoom (see below) on Sunday September 24 at 1:00 p.m. There will be drinks (Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water) and cake. The quilt represents the union of the two organizations working together to relate the histories and variety of people and cultures, including Indigenous, African American, and European American, who contributed...

Join Historic Annapolis at the 10th annual Blazers . Bourbon . Cigars!  Connect with a wide network of influential men – the region’s top business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and visionaries representing our diverse community – in the picturesque William Paca Garden. While you network, enjoy bourbon, whiskey, and other fine liquor tastings, premium cigars, and delightful food from the area’s top chefs. This popular annual fundraiser supports Historic Annapolis and our mission to Preserve . Protect . Connect. 21+ only. Event is held rain or shine.

September 28: John Frase Project The Tides & Tunes Summer Concert Series continues the fun of the summer with 4 weeks of great music–from rock to funk to hip-hop–with the incomparable backdrop of our Park Campus. Concerts are free; however, donations are gratefully accepted. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Beverage sales support the Museum’s education program. No outside alcohol is permitted. Food trucks will be on site. Bring a chair for seating.

Join us in the Paca Garden and enjoy the musical stylings of Annapolis Jazz Collective. Bring the family to take in the autumn air and stroll the Paca Garden as your afternoon is underscored by the jazzy, soulful sounds of the season. SPECIAL OFFER! When you book your tickets, pre-order a special nibbly! Individual gourmet charcuterie plates* from CharcuterLeigh are available for pre-order for $15 each. Advance registration recommended. Cash wine bar available for those 21+; no outside food or drink is permitted. Cost: $25 General Admission; $20 for HA...

Join us for Chesapeake Arts Center’s 9th annual free family-friendly arts festival, Arts in the Park, on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 10 am - 3 pm! (Rain date is Sunday, October 1, 2023) This event is free and open to the public. Traditionally this event, which includes both fun family activities and live entertainment, has attracted between 800-1000 attendees of all ages. The event features more than 60 artist and community vendors; hands-on arts activities for all ages; music and drama performances on our outdoor stage; food trucks; giveaways;...

Stop by Hogshead on Saturday, September 30, and you’ll find out how laundry was done in the 1800’s! Meet our presenter, Roberta Perkins, and learn about Maria Maynard, a free African American laundress who worked in Annapolis before the Civil War. See wooden tubs, washboards, irons, soap and see what it took to complete this laborious chore in the 19th century. Visitors can participate in washing small pieces of clothing! Cost: Free ($5 suggested donation)

Moderator: Myrtis Bedolla Panelists: Oletha DeVane, Jerrell Gibbs, Phylicia Ghee, Edward D. Ghee, Sr., Wendel Patrick Join us as we bid farewell to our current exhibit, The Radical Voice of Blackness Speaks of Resistance and Joy.  During this program we will engage with some of the talented artists behind the artworks on display and have a final chance to gain unique insights into their creative processes. This event promises to be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the culmination of this extraordinary exhibition while connecting with fellow art and history enthusiasts. Don’t miss...

Paint your own rain barrel to take home. Kids can paint the tree stumps that will become seats in our outdoor classroom! Admission is free; registration is required.

Join us for a special autumn workshop on the Paca House Terrace, presented in partnership with our friends at Homestead Gardens. The afternoon begins with a lecture presented by a Homestead Gardens expert who will share tips on preparing your garden for winter. Participants will then be guided in creating a long-lasting pumpkin succulent centerpiece that is sure to be the star of your seasonal décor! Each guest will take home a Winterizing Your Garden Guide, their handmade pumpkin centerpiece, and a coupon for Homestead Gardens. Advance registration required, space...