The war that we now call the American Revolution was not only fought in the colonies by soldiers with muskets and bayonets. On both sides of the Atlantic, artists also […]
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 […]
Celebrate America 250! Walk in the footsteps of patriot leader William Paca as you follow his dramatic personal and political story through the revolutionary era. Learn how a promising young lawyer […]
How does a clock know what hour to strike? Join our resident clockmaker, Stephen Sieracki, for a hands-on exploration of the mechanisms that allow clocks to count, track, and announce the passing hours. Participants will have the opportunity to handle authentic clock parts and assist in assembling a working striking mechanism from a grandfather clock. […]
Celebrate America 250! Walk in the footsteps of patriot leader William Paca as you follow his dramatic personal and political story through the revolutionary era. Learn how a promising young lawyer became a rebel, a revolutionary, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the Governor of Maryland through the course of less than 20 years. […]
The Historic Annapolis Book Club invites you to explore the past through the power of storytelling. Each month, club members gather at the Museum of Historic Annapolis to discuss works of historical fiction and nonfiction — books that bring history to life in meaningful and memorable ways. Led by Historic Annapolis staff member Christina Chaffman, […]
Join Historic Annapolis at the 13th annual Blazers . Bourbon . Cigars! Connect with a wide network of influential community members – the region’s top business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and visionaries representing our diverse community – in the picturesque William Paca Garden. While you network, enjoy bourbon, whiskey, and other fine liquor tastings, premium cigars, […]
Meet the Civil War First Maryland Volunteer Infantry Regiment on Pinkney Street! Learn about their recruiting efforts in August and September of 1862 to replace troops lost at the battle of Front Royal, as well as reintegrate the prisoners to be exchanged and paroled at Camp Parole. This is a drop-in style program. Visitors may […]
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, […]
Step into history with a special evening just for educators! Join us for an open house visit to the William Paca House and Garden, a five-part Georgian mansion built in the 1760s for William Paca, one of Maryland’s four Signers of the Declaration of Independence. Discover the lives of its early residents, including the Paca […]
Discover the fascinating world of superstitions, folklore, and everyday beliefs that shaped life in centuries past. On this guided tour of the William Paca House and Garden, explore the origins of customs and practices once accepted as fact and, in some cases, still observed today. From household rituals to good-luck charms and protective practices, uncover […]
