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SUMMARY:Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis! \nDrop in on Saturday\, February 7 for special family activities to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the African Americans who have helped shape the nation.  \n\nTake our NEW tour\, Race and Rights Guided Tour of the Museum\, offered at 11 am and 2 pm (pre-registration required; space is limited. Registration for the tour includes museum admission.) \n\nThis 50-minute guided tour explores the powerful impact of African American community leaders on Annapolis’s history. Discover their roles in shaping local life\, landmark court cases\, and pivotal civil rights legislation. Please note\, pre-registration for the tour is required. \n\n\nMeet an Athlete and Author: Racine Smith Williams (11 am – 3 pm)\n\n\n\nMeet Racine Smith Williams\, the first Black gymnast to win the Maryland State All-Around title at age 15 and the first Black woman to compete all four years for the University of Nebraska! See Racine’s medals\, plaques\, and personal memorabilia as she shares her evolution from athlete to author\, advocate\, and women’s artistic gymnastic judge. Racine will share how her experiences shaped her voice and her mission to encourage young people to embrace who they are\, and about her children’s book\, Upside Down Is Right Side Up\, a heartwarming story that celebrates friendship\, responsibility\, diversity\, forgiveness\, and accepting others. \n\n\n\n\n\nMeet a Living Historian: Marita Carroll (12 pm – 2 pm)\n\n\n\nStep back in time and meet a living historian portraying Marita Carroll\, a Black Civil Rights activist who took part in the Annapolis lunch counter sit ins in the early 1960s\, helping make meaningful change across the city and beyond. \n\n\n\n\nMeet a Living Historian: Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. (11 am – 3 pm)\n\n\n\nStep back to 1963 and meet a living historian portraying Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Hear Dr. King reflect on his Letter from a Birmingham Jail\, explaining why waiting for justice was not an option and how civil disobedience became a moral duty in the fight against segregation. \n\n\n\n\nCreate a special craft inspired by local Black history and culture.\nGo on a Museum Scavenger Hunt through the museum and learn about local Black history.\nTake a reading break in the Anne Arundel County Library Book Nook\, featuring a specially curated collection of children’s books celebrating African American history and heritage.\n\nDrop-in anytime during program hours. See schedule of events for specific activities.\nAdvanced registration recommended\, but not required\, except for the Race and Rights Guided Tour. All other activities are included with Museum admission.  \nCost: $7 General Admission (8+); FREE for Children 7 and under\, HA Members\, and SNAP/WIC through the Museums for All program \nMUSEUM GENERAL ADMISSION (does not include guided tour): \n \n\n11 AM GUIDED TOUR (includes general museum admission): \n \n2 PM GUIDED TOUR (includes general museum admission): \n \n  \n\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. 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. \n 
URL:https://www.annapolis.org/event/black-history-month2026/
LOCATION:Museum of Historic Annapolis\, 99 Main Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250,For Kids,Guided Tours,Living History,Museum of Historic Annapolis
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