ItÕs the summer of 1776, and the First Maryland Regiment, under the command of General William Smallwood, are preparing to leave Annapolis and say farewell to their loved ones. Several weeks later, the Regiment would demonstrate what true valor would look like at the Battle of Long Island. Visit Pinkney Street and meet the men […]
Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis on the second Sunday of every month for Hands-On History Days. Drop in any time between 11 am and 3 pm for special family activities Ð a new theme each month means you and your family will want to visit again and again! Activities are included with Museum admission. […]
Come celebrate the 240th anniversary of the signing of the 1783 Treaty of Paris! The 2023 National Treaty of Paris Festival will be held at the Michael E. Busch Library in Annapolis. On Saturday, September 16, stop by and visit our Historic Annapolis table to learn more about our organization, our membership benefits, the Museum […]
Stop by Hogshead on Saturday, September 30, and you'll find out how laundry was done in the 1800Õs! Meet our presenter, Roberta Perkins, and learn about Maria Maynard, a free African American laundress who worked in Annapolis before the Civil War. See wooden tubs, washboards, irons, and soap - and see what it took to […]
This event is currently sold out. ItÕs Friday the 13th! But why, exactly, is that something to cause a fright? Join us for a special candlelit experience at the William Paca House & Garden as we tour the home and explore early AmericaÕs belief in luck, witches, and magical charms. Hear how people tried to guide […]
Due to illness, this program has been cancelled. Please visit us at the William Paca House & Garden (10 am - 4 pm) or the Museum of Historic Annapolis (10 am - 2 pm)!
Visit Hogshead, a humble home on Pinkney Street, for an interactive living history experience! Learn what life was like for the Òlower and middling sortÓ in early Maryland from Mistress Nan Snead, a baker. Cost: Admission to Hogshead is pay-what-you-wish. Your donation supports HAÕs mission-driven programs, exhibits, and educational outreach.
Did you know? Coffeehouses aren't new to Annapolis! Even in the era of Mr. Paca, coffeehouses were a place to meet. Mary Howard, proprietress of the Maryland Coffeehouse will be setting up shop at Hogshead Tavern on Sunday, November 19. Learn more about 18th century coffeehouses and taverns from Mrs. Howard, as she displays some […]
Annapolis's favorite holiday activity makes its return for the 2023 holiday season! On weekends throughout December, Miss Anne will be adorned with reindeer spirit for an intimate 45-minute "sleigh ride" including hot cocoa, holiday music, and good cheer. Captain Santa is at the helm during this festive evening cruise on Spa Creek. Blankets will be […]
Annapolis's favorite holiday activity makes its return for the 2023 holiday season! On weekends throughout December, Miss Anne will be adorned with reindeer spirit for an intimate 45-minute "sleigh ride" including hot cocoa, holiday music, and good cheer. Captain Santa is at the helm during this festive evening cruise on Spa Creek. Blankets will be […]
The conduct of Siege Warfare in the 18th century is often mentioned with little or no explanation of how and why it was conducted. Armies of the period, including those engaged in the American War for Independence, followed well-established and highly developed tactical doctrines for the attack and defense of fortified places. A successful siege […]
William Paca is remembered as one of the four Maryland patriots who signed the Declaration of Independence, but that historic moment in 1776 is best understood in the broader context of his personal and political lives._ Glenn E. Campbell, retired Senior Historian of Historic Annapolis, outlines the basic_contours of PacaÕs life and highlights his public […]
