BOOKING DEADLINE: April 1, 2026 Join Historic Annapolis for a delightful day trip to Winterthur! Nestled in the heart of Delaware’s picturesque Brandywine Valley, Winterthur is a premier museum of […]
Meet living historian Daniel Sieh to explore the lives of Asian people in the American colonies in the 1700's and discover some of the under told stories of the American […]
Step onto Pinkney Street and meet soldiers, camp followers, and musicians and experience the Revolutionary War through living history. Learn how African Americans served on both sides of the conflict […]
Marylanders organized a rapid-response militia to defend liberty during the early days of the American Revolution. Known as the Maryland Flying Camp, this force was more than a military unit; […]
It’s the spring of 1776 and the American Revolution is underway. British occupation of several colonies, combined with Congress’s non-importation policy on British goods, makes essential supplies increasingly scarce for tradespeople. […]
Beginning with the first European settlement at Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607, until the 1775 battles at Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, the Chesapeake region inspired interest among soldiers, merchants, and gentleman scholars in the Old World. Self-trained, amateur scientists like Thomas Jefferson fed that interest by committing their observations to paper. They sent letters and samples […]
Long before the Stonewall Uprising, and far beyond New York and California, queer people have lived, loved, and shaped American history. From the nation’s earliest days, LGBTQ+ individuals have been part of Maryland’s story, even when their lives were pushed into the shadows. This guided walking tour explores over three hundred years of LGBTQ+ history, […]
What on earth is a vexillologist? Here’s a hint: Flag Day is their favorite day! Join us at the Hogshead Trades Museum for Flag Day to explore the Stars and Stripes, the Flag of Maryland, the John Shaw Flag, and more... a great way to celebrate America 250! Guests can sew a star, design a flag, and try becoming a vexillologist […]
Join presenter Briayna Cuffie on this 50-minute guided tour of the Museum that highlights the powerful contributions of African American community leaders in shaping the city’s history. Explore their impact on local life, landmark court cases, and pivotal legislation that advanced civil rights in Annapolis and beyond. Advance registration recommended. Walk-ins will be accommodated only […]
Join presenter Briayna Cuffie on this 50-minute guided tour of the Museum that highlights the powerful contributions of African American community leaders in shaping the city’s history. Explore their impact on local life, landmark court cases, and pivotal legislation that advanced civil rights in Annapolis and beyond. Advance registration recommended. Walk-ins will be accommodated only […]
Happy Juneteenth! Join the community in celebration of this day of freedom at the Juneteenth parade on Saturday, June 20, 2026! The Annapolis Juneteenth Parade will step off at 12:00 pm starting at St. John’s College and winding its way through Annapolis to Amos Garrett Boulevard. After the Parade, head over to the Bates Complex […]
Join the community in celebration of this national day of freedom at the Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026! Visit Historic Annapolis at the Annapolis Juneteenth Festival! Enjoy family activities, giveaways, and more at our festival table. The Annapolis Juneteenth Festival will be an event to remember with live music and entertainment, food, and […]
