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SUMMARY:Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: Mommy Time
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMommy Time by Monique James-Duncan\nRollicking rhyme and playful illustrations record a day in the life of two rambunctious children and their stay-at-home mother. As fun as it is being a kid\, it can be hard work being a mom. When Dad heads to his job\, the joyful chaos of getting ready for the day begins. To the children\, that day is a happy blur of school and playdates\, singing and dancing\, supermarket walks and library stops\, bath time\, story time\, bedtime. But Mommy’s time is filled with a whole lot more sweeping\, laundry\, stinky diapers—tiring work achieved with love in her eyes and care in her smiles. An authentic catalog of precious moments in the life of an ordinary family\, this warm\, revealing story builds a bridge of empathy between parent and child and celebrates the value of “Mommy time.” \nCelebrate Mother’s Day in the garden! Join us for a song and a unique craft! \nAdvance registration required\, space is limited. \nCost: $10 per Child and $5 per Adult for General Admission; $8 per Child and Free for Adults for HA Members and Military \n \nThis program will also be held on Tuesday\, May 19. \nPlease Note: An adult must accompany their child(ren) for the entirety of the program; garden time is not supervised by staff. Activities are held outdoors on the tented terrace at the William Paca House & Garden when possible. In the event of inclement weather\, the activities will be held inside in our conference room. This program does not include snacks due to food allergies; food is not permitted in the garden. \n\nAccessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp. KultureCity® Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation. \nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable. \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/storytime-may2026/
LOCATION:William Paca House & Garden\, 186 Prince George St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Kids,William Paca House & Garden
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SUMMARY:Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: Mommy Time
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMommy Time by Monique James-Duncan\nRollicking rhyme and playful illustrations record a day in the life of two rambunctious children and their stay-at-home mother. As fun as it is being a kid\, it can be hard work being a mom. When Dad heads to his job\, the joyful chaos of getting ready for the day begins. To the children\, that day is a happy blur of school and playdates\, singing and dancing\, supermarket walks and library stops\, bath time\, story time\, bedtime. But Mommy’s time is filled with a whole lot more sweeping\, laundry\, stinky diapers—tiring work achieved with love in her eyes and care in her smiles. An authentic catalog of precious moments in the life of an ordinary family\, this warm\, revealing story builds a bridge of empathy between parent and child and celebrates the value of “Mommy time.” \nCelebrate Mother’s Day in the garden! Join us for a song and a unique craft! \nAdvance registration required\, space is limited. \nCost: $10 per Child and $5 per Adult for General Admission; $8 per Child and Free for Adults for HA Members and Military \n \n  \nPlease Note: An adult must accompany their child(ren) for the entirety of the program; garden time is not supervised by staff. Activities are held outdoors on the tented terrace at the William Paca House & Garden when possible. In the event of inclement weather\, the activities will be held inside in our conference room. This program does not include snacks due to food allergies; food is not permitted in the garden. \n\nAccessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp. KultureCity® Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation. \nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable. \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/storytime-may2026-2/
LOCATION:William Paca House & Garden\, 186 Prince George St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Kids,William Paca House & Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T160000
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SUMMARY:When the Call Came: Civilians and the Maryland Flying Camp
DESCRIPTION: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 was a civilian experience that transformed daily life in 1776. \nStop by Pinkney Street to meet living historians and experience how Marylanders lived\, worked\, and served during a pivotal moment in the fight for independence. The war was fought not only on battlefields\, but in homes\, shops\, taverns\, and fields! \nVisitors of all ages can take part in period games and a hands-on activity from the Revolutionary era. \nThis is a drop-in style program. Visitors may join at any time during program hours and explore at their own pace through informal interaction and demonstrations. Advance registration recommended\, but not required. \nCost: Free ($5 suggested donation) \n \n  \n\nAccessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs. There are no restrooms on site. \nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable.  \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/livinghistory-marylandflyingcamp/
LOCATION:Hogshead Trades Museum\, 43 Pinkney St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250,For Kids,Hogshead Trades Museum,Living History,Waterfront Warehouse
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SUMMARY:Expressions of Love: Annapolis Opera in the Paca Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Paca Garden as Annapolis Opera explores the many expressions of love in Opera! Featuring music by Gluck\, Mozart\, Verdi\, and more\, this program moves gracefully between sparkling comic moments and deeply felt lyricism. Through a blend of solos and duets\, this musical jouney unfolds as in a celebration of connection\, storytelling\, and the joy of voices coming together in song.  \nDoors open at 2:30pm. Come early and enjoy the Paca Garden before the performance! Cash wine bar available for those age 21+  \nAdvance registration required; space is limited. All are welcome. \nCost: $30 General Admission; $25 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, Military; $10 for Children age 3-17; Free for Children age 2 and under. \n \nAbout Our Presenters: \nMatthew Hill: An Annapolis Opera favorite\, tenor Matthew Hill is praised for his “clarion high notes placed with unfailing precision” (Washington Classical Review). Matthew is a versatile performer across opera\, oratorio\, art song\, and musical theatre. Acclaimed for his interpretations of Bach and Handel\, The Washington Post lauded him for “deliver[ing] the Gospel texts with agile conviction\,” and by Parterre Box for his “extraordinary breath control\, mastery of coloratura\, and commanding stage presence” in the title role of Belshazzar. As a soloist\, he’s performed with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra\, Boston Pops\, American Bach Soloists\, and Washington Bach Consort\, in works by Bach\, Handel\, and Britten.  \nMatthew won first place in the Bethlehem Bach Young American Singers Competition\, the NATS Artist Awards\, and the Washington International Competition for Voice. He serves as the enlisted conductor and music director of the U.S. Air Force Singing Sergeants and is a founding member of The Polyphonists.  \nAmy Broadbent: With consummate poise\, limpid clarity\, and faultless intonation” (Washington Classical Review)\, Amy Broadbent has garnered recognition as a vibrant and versatile musical force. Amy has graced the stage of Annapolis Opera’s Summer in the Park performances and has performed as a soloist with the Oregon Bach Festival\, Washington National Cathedral\, Lancaster Symphony Orchestra\, Folger Consort\, Staunton Music Festival\, Bach Choir of Bethlehem\, Washington Bach Consort\, The Thirteen\, and the New York Choral Society. She created the role of Sebastian in Scott Ordway’s The Outer Edge of Youth\, her recording of which was acclaimed by Opera News (Critic’s Choice)\, Gramophone\, and BBC Music Magazine. She is a founding member of vocal quartet The Polyphonists. A multi-faceted musician\, Amy’s compositions and arrangements have been performed at the White House\, Washington National Cathedral\, and Basilica of the National Shrine\, and broadcast nationally. Her conducting for the Victorian Lyric Opera Company was hailed as “stellar… a balletic piece of choreography” (Ruby Griffith Award). She is a soprano vocalist and the Associate Conductor for the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters\, the official chorus of the U.S. Navy. Amy holds degrees in both voice and conducting from the University of Maryland.  \n  \n\nAccessibility Considerations: This event takes place in the William Paca Garden on our tented\, brick terrace. Entry to the Paca Garden includes wooden steps or our brick driveway ramp. The upper portion of the Paca Garden can be accessed via a brick ramp with handrails. The pathways are loose pea gravel. The lower garden levels are accessed by wooden or stone steps. An indoor\, single-use accessible restroom can be accessed via a ramp.  \nKultureCity® Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation.     \nClick here to lean more: Historic Annapolis is a certified partner with KultureCity® – Historic Annapolis   \nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable.   \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff. 
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/expressions-of-love-annapolis-opera-in-the-paca-garden/
LOCATION:William Paca House & Garden\, 186 Prince George St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Kids,William Paca House & Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000
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CREATED:20260403T175138Z
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SUMMARY:Flag Day at Hogshead Trades Museum
DESCRIPTION:What on earth is a vexillologist? Here’s a hint: Flag Day is their favorite day!  \nJoin 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! \nGuests can sew a star\, design a flag\, and try becoming a vexillologist for the day!  \nAnswer: A vexillologist studies flags; their history\, symbols\, and design  \nThis is a drop-in style program. Visitors may join at any time during program hours and explore at their own pace through informal interaction and demonstrations. Advance registration recommended\, but not required. \nCost: FREE (suggested donation: $5) \n  \nAccessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.    \nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable.    \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.  
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/flagday26/
LOCATION:Hogshead Trades Museum\, 43 Pinkney St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250,For Kids,Hogshead Trades Museum,Living History
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SUMMARY:Annapolis Juneteenth Parade
DESCRIPTION:Happy Juneteenth! Join the community in celebration of this day of freedom at the Juneteenth parade on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026! \nThe 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 for the battle of the bands and the launch of this year’s festival. \nJuneteenth\, also called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day\, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States in 1865\, specifically when the news of the end of Civil War was shared with those still enslaved in Texas. \nHistoric Annapolis is pleased to be a sponsor of the Annapolis Juneteenth Celebration. \nLocation: Begins at St. John’s College\, ends at Amos Garrett Boulevard\nTime: Begins at 12:00pm\nCost: FREE – no registration required \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable. \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/juneteenth-parade-2026/
CATEGORIES:America250,For Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T180000
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SUMMARY:Annapolis Juneteenth Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the community in celebration of this national day of freedom at the Juneteenth Festival on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026! \nVisit 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 vendors. \nJuneteenth\, also called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day\, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States in 1865\, specifically when the news of the end of Civil War was shared with those still enslaved in Texas. \nHistoric Annapolis is pleased to be a sponsor of the Annapolis Juneteenth Celebration. \nLocation: Bates Sports Complex\, 935 Spa Road\, Annapolis MD 21401\nTime: Historic Annapolis’s booth: 2:00-6:00pm. The festival continues until 9:00pm\, followed by fireworks at 9:15pm.\nCost: FREE – no registration required \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable. \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/juneteenth-festival-2026/
CATEGORIES:America250,For Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T110000
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SUMMARY:Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime: Rafa Counts on Papa
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRafa Counts on Papa by Joe Cepeda\nWhat do you like to do with your father? Rafa and his papá love to count and measure together. They know how many branches they climb to their favorite spot\, they know how high their dog Euclid can jump\, and they know how far they can run. But there’s one thing Rafa can’t count or measure because it is infinite: the love that he and his papá share. \nJoin us in celebrating Father’s Day with song\, dance\, and a fun craft! \nAdvance registration required\, space is limited. \nCost: $10 per Child and $5 per Adult for General Admission; $8 per Child and Free for Adults for HA Members and Military \n \n  \nPlease Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of the program; garden time is not supervised by staff. Activities are held outdoors on the tented terrace at the William Paca House & Garden when possible. In the event of inclement weather\, the activities will be held inside in our conference room. This program does not include snacks due to food allergies; food is not permitted in the garden. \n\nAccessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp. KultureCity® Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation. \nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable. \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/storytime-june2026/
LOCATION:William Paca House & Garden\, 186 Prince George St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Kids,William Paca House & Garden
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000
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CREATED:20250515T155031Z
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SUMMARY:4th of July Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join Historic Annapolis for our Fourth of July Festival! Experience a full day of history\, celebration\, and family-friendly fun as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence!  \nOne ticket gives you access to three sites: the William Paca House and Garden\, Hogshead Trades Museum\, and the Museum of Historic Annapolis.   \nThis program is funded in part by the Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area\, the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority\, and Annapolis250 Celebration\, Inc. \n \n  \n\nWilliam Paca House and Garden:  \nVisitors can enjoy 30-minute guided tours of the William Paca House\, featuring the Annapolis Living Historians. Hear what William Paca and his contemporaries might have thought about the bold decision to declare independence.  \nThe festivities continue in the Paca Garden with face painting\, refreshments and patriotic crafts for all ages. Cool off in our Colonial Beer Garden and enjoy live music from Peter Brice and the New Century Irish-Arts Company.   \nGet hands-on at the Revolutionary Trades Showcase\, where we highlight the everyday skills that helped fuel independence. Try printing pamphlets that spread revolutionary ideas\, learn about healing herbs\, sew stars\, and practice writing colonial-style letters. Have your silhouette created in the Summer House for a unique keepsake!  \nSpecial Feature: Meet Frederick Douglass and hear an excerpt from his speech\, “For What to a Slave is the Fourth of July”.  Nathan Richardson\, renowned Frederick Douglass reenactor will give a FREE presentation at 1:00 pm on the Front Steps of the Paca House.  \nAccessibility Considerations: Accessing the interior of the William Paca House requires ascending and descending several flights of stairs. Visitors with limited mobility can access the brick Paca Garden Terrace via the driveway of the Paca House. A single-use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp. The upper portion of the garden can be accessed via a ramp with handrails\, but please note that garden pathways are loose pea gravel and steps must be traversed to access the lower levels of the garden.  \n\nMuseum of Historic Annapolis:  \nStep into our American Story at the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Enjoy an inspiring film and explore three floors of interactive exhibits where you’ll discover diverse stories and amazing objects that represent over 400 years of our shared history!    \nMeet Frederick Douglass and hear an excerpt from his speech\, “For What to a Slave is the Fourth of July”.  Nathan Richardson\, renowned Frederick Douglass reenactor\, will speak to Frederick Douglass’s life\, share his beliefs\, and recall his travels and his books.  \nPresentations of Meet Frederick Douglass offered at 2 pm and 3 pm.    \nAccessibility Considerations: An accessible entrance is available\, located to the right of the building’s main entrance. All levels of the Museum\, including the restrooms\, are accessible via the elevator.    \n\n \nHogshead Trades Museum  \nCelebrate America 250 with the lively sounds of the Revolutionary era! Stop by Hogshead Trades Museum and enjoy traditional fiddle music and discover how music was used during the American Revolution for entertainment\, marching\, and morale. Dance and sing along to “Yankee Doodle” as you learn the surprising origins of this beloved patriotic tune.  \nAccessibility Considerations: Access to Hogshead requires ascending and descending two flights of stairs. \n\nCost: Advance Purchase (through June 30) – $15 general admission; $10 for HA Members (and military); $5 Children 3-17 (free for under 3) \n \nOne ticket gives you access to ALL THREE sites. All Prices will increase by $5 on July 1st! \n\nAbout our Presenters: \n\nNathan M. Richardson is a published author\, performance poet and Frederick Douglass Historian. He is the author of four collections of poetry and teaches a variety of workshops for emerging writers and spoken word artists. Nathan is now in the 14th year of The Frederick Douglass Speaking Tour – a living history performance that captures completely the physical\, spiritual and intellectual essence of the former slave\, writer\, orator and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. Nathan is a Chautauqua Scholar with more than 500 living history performances across the country.\nThe New Century American Irish-Arts Company is a private\, not for profit corporation dedicated to the artistic furtherance\, cultivation\, and preservation of Irish traditional music and dancing in the United States. They help traditional musicians\, dancers\, teachers\, and researchers produce vocational work that brings traditional culture to the public.\nLauren Muney of Silhouettes By Hand has been a professional artist\, entertainer\, special-event producer\, and consultant for over 35 years. Alongside her graphic illustration degree from a leading arts college\, her experience with live events of all types ranges across the United States\, Canada\, Australia\, and in Asia and Europe.\nAnnapolis Living Historians are highly researched\, historically accurate living historians who interpret people of the past. They support Historic Annapolis as volunteers at our sites and events.\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated\, all tickets are non-refundable.  \nPhotography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff. 
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/4th-of-july2026/
LOCATION:William Paca House & Garden\, 186 Prince George St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Kids,Hogshead Trades Museum,Living History,Museum of Historic Annapolis,William Paca House & Garden
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