Event Category: December 2024

On the evening of December 18, 1824, Annapolis hosted a formal Ball at St. John’s College in honor of the Marquis de Lafayette’s final visit to Annapolis. The celebration was hailed as “a scene of splendour and elegance, seldom, or perhaps never surpassed in this country.” (Maryland Gazette, December 23, 1824) Come relive this magical… Continue reading A Night of Splendour and Elegance: Lafayette Bicentennial Grand Ball

The Marquis de Lafayette made quite an impression on the women of Maryland during his many trips to the state. Henrietta Ogle, Elizabeth Cairnes Poe, and Eliza Ridgely were just a few of those women. Join Dr. Amy Rosenkrans to learn about the impact that “America’s Favorite Fighting Frenchman” had on the female population of Maryland.… Continue reading Virtual Lecture – Maryland Women and Lafayette

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. This Week’s Book: Bear Stays Up For Christmas by Karma Wilson &… Continue reading Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: Bear Stays Up For Christmas

This event is sold out, but you can still celebrate with us the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824-25 tour of the United States! Throughout the weekend, we’ll be offering special activities and events to mark this momentous anniversary. Join us at historic Reynolds Tavern for a festive holiday tea celebrating the return… Continue reading SOLD OUT – Marquis de Lafayette Holiday Tea

This tour will be offered on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays through December 29, 2024. Delight in the holiday spirit with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Bring family and friends to begin your holiday season traditions with us in our bedecked historic mansion.   You’ll be guided through this home of a… Continue reading Holiday Spirit Tour: Yuletide Traditions at the William Paca House

This tour will be offered on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays through December 29, 2024. Delight in the holiday spirit with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Bring family and friends to begin your holiday season traditions with us in our bedecked historic mansion.   You’ll be guided through this home of a… Continue reading Holiday Spirit Tour: Yuletide Traditions at the William Paca House

This tour will be offered on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays through December 29, 2024. Delight in the holiday spirit with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Bring family and friends to begin your holiday season traditions with us in our bedecked historic mansion.   You’ll be guided through this home of a… Continue reading Holiday Spirit Tour: Yuletide Traditions at the William Paca House

Celebrate with us the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824-25 tour of the United States! Throughout the weekend, we’ll be offering special activities and events to mark this momentous anniversary. At the Museum of Historic Annapolis from Friday, December 13 through Sunday, December 15, you can immerse yourself in the highlights of Lafayette’s… Continue reading Remembering Lafayette at the Museum of Historic Annapolis

Celebrate with us the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824-25 tour of the United States! Throughout the weekend, we’ll be offering special activities and events to mark this momentous anniversary. Join us for a special Storytime (offered at 11 am and 1 pm) as we read A Spy Called James: The True Story… Continue reading Storytime at the Museum: A Spy Called James