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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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! One ticket gives you access to three sites: the William Paca House and Garden, Hogshead Trades Museum, and the Museum of Historic Annapolis. This program is funded in part […]
From its early days as a colonial port to its reputation today as a premier sailing destination, oyster hub, and home of the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis has always had […]
From its early days as a colonial port to its reputation today as a premier sailing destination, oyster hub, and home of the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis has always had […]
Join us for a whimsical afternoon at the William Paca House and Garden in partnership with the Ballet Theatre of Maryland for a special La Sylphide Storytime! This delightful ballet, La Sylphide, includes lively Highland dancing, playful storytelling, and graceful, fairy-like sylphs that spark the imagination. Enjoy an enchanting introduction to one of the world’s […]
Have you ever wondered what life was like for families in Colonial Annapolis? Step inside Hogshead Trades Museum, a one-of-a-kind dwelling on historic Pinkney Street, and discover what daily life looked like for working-class Annapolitans during the Revolutionary era. Led by guides in period attire, students will go beyond the textbook - handling reproduction artifacts, […]
Join us in the Paca Garden for a relaxed fall afternoon with live music from the Annapolis Jazz Collective. Take a stroll through the garden, enjoy the autumn air, and listen to smooth, soulful jazz in a welcoming, family-friendly setting. A cash wine bar will be available for guests age 21+. Please note: outside food […]
On November 1, 1864, a new state constitution abolished slavery in Maryland. Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we recognize and honor this historic event with […]
