Museum of Historic Annapolis

School’s out! Come join us for some fun at the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Explore the Museum on a scavenger hunt and create special craft projects inspired by the objects and artifacts found in our collection.  Crafts are geared toward school-aged children, but all ages are welcome.  Advance registration for a timed entry spot is required – space is limited! Entry will be offered every half hour. Cost: $7 General Admission (8+); Free for Children 7 and under and HA Members

Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis and celebrate Women’s History – and the power of women! We’ll be welcoming special living historians and highlighting the contributions of women to the shaping of our nation. Activities are included with Museum admission.   Meet Camp Followers from the Revolutionary War! Learn from these living history interpreters about the key role of women during the war for independence (11 am – 2 pm) Explore the Museum and discover the many contributions of women to our community’s history in our exhibition, Annapolis: An American...

Learn all about Presidents’ Day with fun activities at the Museum of Historic Annapolis! All activities are included with admission. Make a patriotic craft! Enjoy a special Storytime at 11 am and 1 pm in our Partner Room Learn about our local history throughout our exhibition Annapolis: An American Story Take a scavenger hunt in the Museum and discover special photographs and artifacts Learn more about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln with a curated selection of children’s books in our Anne Arundel County Library Book Nook Cost: $7 General Admission...

February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Join us for a special Storytime with local author Kim C. Lee. Ms. Lee will encourage us all to consider what it means to show love, compassion, and positivity through small, unexpected acts of kindness with her book The Night Owl. The Night Owl dreads hearing his mother say that it’s time for bed. The idea of going to sleep puts a damper on the fun he is having, so why not continue his antics after the lights have been turned out?...

Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis!  Drop in on Saturday, February 3 for special family activities to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Between 12 pm and 2 pm, meet a living historian portraying Dr. Faye Watson Allen. Hear stories of her experience as the first female African American doctor in Anne Arundel County and create a special craft. Take a scavenger hunt through the museum and learn about local Black history. Explore our special exhibit Summer’s...

Join us for a special Storytime with local author Charlie Mazurek as he reads his book, Shop Annapolis Cats. Shop Annapolis Cats has ten cats – and a mouse – who design in a workshop to fund historic preservation projects. The story was written to share the history, architecture, and design of Annapolis!  After the reading, explore the Museum on a special scavenger hunt.  A limited number of books will be available for purchase. Advance registration required, space is limited. Admission fee includes entry to the museum. Cost: $7 General...

School’s out! Come join us for some fun at the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Explore the Museum on a scavenger hunt and create special craft projects inspired by the objects and artifacts found in our collection.  Crafts are geared toward school-aged children, but all ages are welcome.  Cost: $7 General Admission (8+); Free for Children 7 and under and HA Members Entry for this program is offered every 30 minutes starting at 12 pm. Advance registration recommended; walk-ins will be accommodated only as space permits. Admission fee includes entry to the museum.

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we share our community’s diverse history and its 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 Take a Scavenger Hunt in the Museum and discover special photographs and artifacts Make your own Freedom Bell craft Take a break in our Anne Arundel County Public Library Book Nook with a curated selection of children’s...

Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis on the second Sunday of every month for Hands-On History Days. Drop in during event hours 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. Did you know Clara Barton established the first field office for the Red Cross at Camp Parole during the Civil War? Stop by and visit us in November explore the history of the American Red Cross in Annapolis. Learn about...

Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis on the second Sunday of every month for Hands-On History Days. Drop in any time during event hours 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 October, drop by the Museum and learn about portrait miniatures.  Long before “selfies,” these mini-portraits were given as tokens of loyalty, friendship and love.    Learn more about these charming mini masterpieces and view some special miniatures...