Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis! Drop 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. Take our NEW tour, Race and Rights Guided Tour of the Museum, offered at 11 am and 2 pm (pre-registration required; space is […]
The Founding Fathers’ cries for liberty from tyranny and oppression resonated with African Americans and were embraced by Black craftspeople, both free and enslaved. This talk highlights the profound contributions […]
Join Historic Annapolis for a Volunteer Open House! Meet current Historic Annapolis volunteers and staff, explore roles that match your interests and skills, and discover how you can make a […]
This event is now sold out. Thank you for your interest! We hope to offer this workshop again in the future. Do you LOVE maps, buildings, and history? So do […]
Celebrate Presidents’ Day at the Museum of Historic Annapolis! Drop in and join us for a day of fun and discovery as we honor America’s presidents through hands-on activities and family-friendly exploration. All activities are included with admission. Create a patriotic craft inspired by the colors and symbols of our nation. Go on a Museum […]
As 1775 ended, the British Army in North America faced setbacks at Lexington, Concord, Bunker Hill, and Canada. Confined to Boston, the Crown worked on plans to try to reestablish Royal authority across the American colonies. In this in-person lecture at the Museum of Historic Annapolis, James McGaughey examines proposed strategies, leadership challenges, and clashes with the newly formed Continental […]
Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis for a special program and discover the story behind Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse: A Chesapeake Bay Icon, the first and only book dedicated to the 1875 lighthouse. Join Annapolis sailor and author David Gendell as he unpacks the story of the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse, the iconic […]
Educators are invited to join Historic Annapolis for an engaging teacher professional development workshop that explores Maryland's transformation from a British colony to a leading voice in the American Revolution. […]
In this presentation, Mark Letzer explores the surviving silver from the workshops of Annapolis silversmiths in the 1700s. He not only illustrates the few surviving objects but illuminates the lives of these craftsmen not only as silversmiths but as members of a larger community. From taverns to social gatherings and their workshops, Letzer will share […]
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 […]
Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis and celebrate Women's History - and the power of women! We'll be welcoming special living historians and highlighting the contributions of women to the […]
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. It’s […]
