Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Our War for Independence is reflected in patriotic songs, ballads, marches and dance tunes — a rich reflection of Americans’ fears, hopes and pride as the war progressed. Not just associated with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and the like, this music also represents the downtrodden, rebel and tory alike. This lecture with Dr. […]

Jolly Express Cruise -45-minute, 2:00pm -6:00pm, every hour on the hour o Prince George Street Dock at City Dock o $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under   for more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Jolly Express Cruise -45-minute, 2:00pm -6:00pm, every hour on the hour o Prince George Street Dock at City Dock o $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under   for more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Towards a More Perfect Union: A Series on the U.S. Constitution hosted in SERC's Woodlawn History Center The Second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation as a contract that defined the relationship existing between the sovereign States. This presentation explores the practical aspects of that contract, informed by principles, but in the end unwieldly […]

What mammals inhabit our fascinating marshes at Jug Bay? Find out, and perhaps see some in person on an evening hike through the woods and along the edge of the marsh. Join Chuck Hatcher, Jug Bay’s resident expert on otters, for a 1-3 mile walk. Look and listen for signs of activity while Chuck shares […]

Join us for our Annual Odenton Christmas Tree Lighting! Come celebrate the season with us on Saturday, December 6th, from 5:00–7:00PM at the Odenton MARC Station, located at 1402 Odenton Road (west side of the tracks, in front of the OHS old Bank Building). Parking is free. We’ll have refreshments, music, and plenty of holiday […]

Children get a front row seat to this delightful holiday performance from the National Ballet Institute for the Arts Company. Guests will enjoy tea, cocoa, and assortment of holiday treats and suites.

On Sunday, December 7, the Odenton Heritage Society will commemorate Japan’s surprise attack on Pearl Harbor with a special display, “On Their Minds and In Their Hearts: Christmas in World War II.” During the war, the holiday season became a time to remember American servicemen and women overseas and those who gave their lives in […]

Start are your holiday season out with a bit of tea. Grab your favorite person and a reserve your spot at the historic Rising Sun Inn Get ready to sip some festive tea and test your knowledge with holiday-themed trivia - it's going down at the Rising Sun Inn! Join us for a Holiday-Inspired Afternoon […]

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Join Anjela Barnes (Piscataway), Executive Director of the Accokeek Foundation, as she shares the story of Piscataway Park as a living cultural landscape and a place of ancestral connection. This presentation traces the park’s preservation journey from early land trust efforts in the 1950s to its designation as the first national park established to “preserve […]

Join Anjela Barnes (Piscataway), Executive Director of the Accokeek Foundation, as she shares the story of Piscataway Park as a living cultural landscape and a place of ancestral connection. This presentation traces the park’s preservation journey from early land trust efforts in the 1950s to its designation as the first national park established to “preserve historic vistas.” Speaking on behalf […]

Cruising Annapolis during Midnight Madness? Stop by Hammond-Harwood House for a free visit to see the historic rooms decorated for the season, listen to period music and enjoy mulled cider. Hammond-Harwood House, now 251 years old, has hosted many holiday celebrations. From the earliest family who lived here beginning in 1806, traditions have been built […]

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Step back in time and experience the warmth and wonder of the holiday season at Holidays at London Town! As the sun sets, explore the historic William Brown House by the glow of candlelight and lights illuminating our historic area for an enchanting evening tour, bringing history to life. This special 45-minute candlelight program is […]

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

A Day of Unity, Culture, & Celebration: Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Presents Its Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Dec. 13 in Annapolis Performances by the Performing Arts Center for African Cultures, Cuisine by Swahilli Village, and Black-owned vendors market anchor BDTM’s Kwanzaa celebration Annapolis, MD - The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum invites the public to join us for our unified […]

Celebrate Kwanzaa in unity and joy at the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum’s Annual Kwanzaa Celebration! This vibrant festival of art, music, food, storytelling, and community honors the Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles) and reflects on Black heritage, resilience, and joy. Experience powerful discussions, move to the rhythm of live performances rooted in African diasporic traditions, and savor Afrocentric cuisine that […]

Step back in time and experience the warmth and wonder of the holiday season at Holidays at London Town! As the sun sets, explore the historic William Brown House by the glow of candlelight and lights illuminating our historic area for an enchanting evening tour, bringing history to life. This special 45-minute candlelight program is […]

Start your holiday season by designing a beautiful, fresh centerpiece that will last through the season. Date: Saturday, December 14, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Historic Rising Sun Inn Address: 1090 General’s Highway, Crownsville, MD 🌲 About the Workshop Design: Create a beautiful, long-lasting centerpiece using a fresh evergreen base. Instructor: All materials and professional instruction are provided by Shelly Baker, […]

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Please join SERC for the third annual reading of "A Christmas Carol"- in the atmospheric front parlor of the decorated historic Woodlawn house.  The reading is done by local actors who volunteer their time for this no-cost event.  The reading will be held 6-7:30 pm on both 12/15 & 12/16 to accomodate as many guests as possible.  Woodlawn will […]

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. “Happy […]

Please join SERC for the third annual reading of "A Christmas Carol"- in the atmospheric front parlor of the decorated historic Woodlawn house.  The reading is done by local actors who volunteer their time for this no-cost event.  The reading will be held 6-7:30 pm on both 12/15 & 12/16 to accomodate as many guests as possible.  Woodlawn will […]

The American colonies were full of strangers–new arrivals born far away. Among the white population, those colonies teemed with immigrants from all across western Europe and elsewhere. Why did they come? Where did they settle? How did they live? To answer these questions, we’ll examine the demographic makeup of the British colonies in 1700 and […]

Your homeschooler is invited to join us as we explore various topics related to the natural spaces of Jug Bay. We delve into nature concepts, spend time outdoors, and have fun learning. Our fall theme is Arthropods. December’s class focuses on Fossils. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. […]

Every other Thursday Join a periodic survey of waterbirds on freshwater, tidal, marshes at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. The ornithological knowledge and collaborative attitude of our volunteer team creates a phenomenal learning experience. All of this in the beautiful early morning light of the Jug Bay Wetlands, on the Patuxent River. Ages: 12 and older; […]

Jolly Express Cruise-45-minute, 2:00pm -6:00pm (every hour on the hour) o Prince George Street Dock at City Dock o $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under   for more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Jolly Express Cruise-45-minute, 2:00pm -6:00pm (every hour on the hour-6pm full) o Prince George Street Dock at City Dock o $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under Holiday Candlelight Stroll-7:00pm-8:30pm o Departs from Watermark office - 188 Main Street o $28/Adult $15/Child 3-11 years   for more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/

Step back in time and experience the warmth and wonder of the holiday season at Holidays at London Town! As the sun sets, explore the historic William Brown House by the glow of candlelight and lights illuminating our historic area for an enchanting evening tour, bringing history to life. This special 45-minute candlelight program is […]

Experience the wonder of the season at London Town by Candlelight, a festive celebration that brings history, music, and holiday celebrations to life across our historic area and ornamental gardens. Wander through pathways illuminated by seasonal lights, enjoy live music throughout the historic area, and step inside the William Brown House for special lantern-lit tours throughout […]

Experience the wonder of the season at London Town by Candlelight, a festive celebration that brings history, music, and holiday celebrations to life across our historic area and ornamental gardens. Wander through pathways illuminated by seasonal lights, enjoy live music throughout the historic area, and step inside the William Brown House for special lantern-lit tours […]

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. You’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour […]

Jolly Express Cruise-45-minute, 11:30am -6:30pm (every hour on the half hour–5:30pm full) o Prince George Street Dock at City Dock o $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under for more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/

Jolly Express Cruise-45-minute, 11:30am -5:30pm (on the hour & half hour) o Prince George Street Dock at City Dock o $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under for more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/