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 a deep connection to the water. In this hands-on STEAM program, we explore that relationship, both historical and current, while uncovering the science that keeps […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis and ‘remember the yesterdays’ of African American entertainment and community in Baltimore and surrounding Maryland counties. Meet Baltimore author, journalist, and musician Rosa “Rambling Rose” Pryor-Trusty as she shares stories and images from her book, African American Community, History & Entertainment in Maryland. In this presentation, she […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 a […]
