Jim Gibb, head of the Environmental Archaeology Lab, gives a free, one-hour illustrated presentation highlighting different aspects of archaeological research at SERC or elsewhere. Before or after the presentation we hope you’ll visit the exhibits in the Woodlawn History Center, the oldest house in the Smithsonian collection still in its original location. January 4th Topic: Maryland on […]

An 18th century “lost mansion” on a plantation that later became the U. S. Naval Academy Dairy in Gambrills will be the focus of a display at the Odenton Heritage Society during its open house on Sunday, January 5.  The prominent Hammond family of Annapolis completed the mansion by about 1730.  Generations of descendants, including Matthias Hammond, owner […]

From the first day Camp Meade opened in 1917 to the last day of World War I, draftees from the Baltimore area—and the rest of Maryland—played a crucial and controversial role in bringing the Great War to an end. Hear the incredible story of the 313th Regiment of the 79th Division as never before, told […]

The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art. Pre-registration is strongly suggested as space is limited. […]

Take a deep dive into the winter blooming Camellia collection with a knowledgeable member of our Horticulture team. Join us for a member’s only experience to celebrate one of our special collections and learn about our plants you cannot find anywhere else.

Join us for a special Storytime with local author, Racine Smith Williams, as she reads her book, Upside Down is Right Side Up. What happens when a girl is allowed to follow her passion, even if it means not always seeing things as others do? For PJ, there’s clearly nothing wrong with walking on your […]

Join us in the historic candlelit ballroom for our annual Twelfth Night Concert featuring Empressa Ensemble. This year, we present La Fête des Rois, an evening of music and readings honoring the Marquis de Lafayette’s bicentennial celebration. Immerse yourself in the lively traditions of the 12th day of Christmas as the King of Mischief and Queen of […]

The 2025 Virtual Lecture Series kicks off with one of our most popular lecturers, renowned historian Glenn Campbell! Annapolis has a lengthy, complicated history, and rich history. Gaining a firm understanding of it can be challenging. Glenn E. Campbell, HA’s retired Senior Historian, breaks down the history of Maryland’s capital city into bite-sized, thematic blocks […]

Join us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches Doors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread, dessert, and tea or coffee. Wednesday, January 15 Oyster Restoration in Herring Bay presented by Birgit Sharp, […]

The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art. Pre-registration is strongly suggested as space is limited. […]

Part 1 of a 3-part series We are spilling the tea on how tea is made. Join us for a couple cups of different teas and learn about the process behind turning the Camellia Sinensis into the warm comfort drinks we know and love. Then take a guided tour through our beautiful winter blooming Camellias […]

In celebration of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, join us for Decolonize Your Dream!, an inspirational performance and workshop featuring anti-disciplinary artist, curator, and DJ, Muse Dodd. A native of Severn, MD, Muse’s work explores the profound questions: “How do you remember, and what do you choose to forget?” With a focus on channeling trauma, Muse […]

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we share our community’s diverse history and the continuing quest for equity and justice for all. Explore Annapolis: An American Story and enjoy special activities: Learn about local Black history throughout our exhibition Annapolis: An American Story Make your […]

Let’s begin at the beginning. But where is that exactly? The history of North America doesn’t begin in 1492 when Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue. It begins millennia before then when the first humans settled this great continent. Who were those first settlers—the people we now call Native Americans? How did they get to […]

Join us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches Doors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread, dessert, and tea or coffee. Wednesday, January 22 The Architects of Toxic Politics in America: Venom and […]

The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art. Pre-registration is strongly suggested as space is limited. […]

After a busy holiday season it’s time to settle in next to a nice (digital) fireplace and focus on yourself for a little bit. You deserve some Cozy Crafts and Toasty Cocktails. This adult-only event has no children screaming over the excitement of a new game for their PlayBox or clothes for their Barbara dolls. […]

Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn in welcoming Diane Duray on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 2PM for our next installment of our Tavern Talk & Tour Series, "Tea and the Revolution". This workshop will take a look at why tea is so closely linked to the American Revolution. We will be sampling […]

Historic Annapolis and the Maryland Historical Trust invite you to attend the virtual encore of our 2024 Orlando Ridout V Memorial Lecture. The lecture is free, however reservations are required and can be made here. Donations are encouraged. We are pleased to welcome Carl R. Lounsbury, Adjunct Associate Professor of History at William and Mary […]

Join us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches Doors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread, dessert, and tea or coffee. Wednesday, January 29 Curating 400 Years of African American History across the […]

The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art. Pre-registration is strongly suggested as space is limited. […]

Join us for our Reenactor Yard Sale, a multiple period yard sale of reproduction historic items ranging from shoes to hats, tents to trousers, cookware to dishes, and many items in between. Buyers are welcome to attend with a suggested donation of $5 each. No registration required in order to attend the yard sale. Please […]

Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn on February 1, 2025, at 1pm for this very special Tavern Talk and Tour as we celebrate African American History Month with Stories of Slavery and Freedom: Manumissions in Anne Arundel County, Presented by Professor Sydney Van Morgan and research assistant Qingxi Wang, of Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Van […]

Join us for one or all free talks in this series! In anticipation of America's 250th anniversary, we invite you to join us for talks that examine our country's road to revolution and then independence. Presentations will be hosted by the Environmental Archaeology Lab and take place in person in SERC's 1735 Woodlawn History Center. […]