March 19 – 25, 2026
Each spring for the past 18 years, our heritage partners have kicked off their season, and opened their doors inviting locals, students, and visitors alike to explore and discover historic sites, cultural institutions, and natural resources across Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, MD. Signing up as a partner is the first step and then our team will be by your side to help you get creative– Whether you plan to host special events, open houses, guest speakers, programs and events, yours are the places and the stories that showcase our Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area as a microcosm of the State. With the goal of making Maryland Day Celebrations accessible to all, we hope that each site can offer some part of their programming during this week-long celebration to visitors for free or just $1.
We invite you to register as a Maryland Day Partner through our new “Partner Portal.”
https://marylandday.org/partners-portal/
The new website provides everything you need to get onboard as a Maryland Day Partner Site or Organization. After you register, you can submit as many events or programs under your organizational profile, then let’s get to work!
New this year is our “Speaker’s Bureau,” with local authors, scholars, and historical researchers who have shared their willingness to provide presentations or lectures, but they need a place to present.
For questions about registering or general Maryland Day Celebration 2026 questions please contact [email protected]
Important Dates
Now – Feb 15, 2026 – Early Bird Registration $50 per participating site
Feb. 16 – Mar. 15, 2026 – Standard Registration $75 per participating site
Mar. 2 – 9, 2026 Maryland Day promotional materials available for pickup
March 19, 2026 CCHA Annual Meeting, Awards Ceremony and a Special Maryland Day Celebration 2026 Kick off event! Location TBD
March 25, 2026 – Maryland Day and Ceremonial Liberty Tree Scion planting at the William Paca House and Garden in collaboration with Historic Annapolis.