Historic Annapolis

Living History on Pinkney Street: March to Revolution
2025-09-20 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
It’s the fall of 1775 and General George Washington now commands a revolutionary army. In the northern colonies, open conflict with the British Crown has begun—but what about here in Annapolis? Stroll down Pinkney Street and discover the hopes and fears of the local townspeople. Listen to the fierce debates shaping this pivotal moment. Will they stand with the Patriot cause, or remain loyal to the King? Come experience the tension, the turmoil, and the talk of revolution!
Admission Cost: Free, $5 suggested donation

Accessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime – Fall Series – “Library Girl” by Nancy Pearl
2025-09-20 10:00 - 11:00 | William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
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.
“Library Girl” by Nancy Pearl
Nancy Pearl was really into books and spent so much time in her school library that her classmates called her “library girl” as a joke. One day, she finds out that her local public library is open on Saturdays, and that’s when her amazing adventure starts.
As she gets lost in the books, she discovers herself within their pages and starts to see her own strengths. What does Nancy discover about herself?
Come along and see! Get set for a fun time packed with a craft, singing, dancing, and an exciting garden activity.
Advance registration required, space is limited.
The Fall Series is six events- register for the entire series and only pay for five!
for September 20 only
The entire Fall Series (Sept 20, Oct. 7, Oct.25, Nov. 4, Nov. 15, Dec.16)
Please Note: An adult must accompany their child(ren) for the entirety of the program; garden time is not supervised by staff. Activities are held outdoors on the tented terrace at the William Paca House & Garden when possible. In the event of inclement weather, the activities will be held inside in our conference room. Masks are optional; hand sanitizer is always available, and if you are feeling sick, please stay home. This program does not include snacks due to food allergies; food is not permitted in the garden.
Accessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp.
KultureCity® Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation.
Click here to lean more: Historic Annapolis is a certified partner with KultureCity® – Historic Annapolis
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Virtual Lecture - The Constitution: Promises and Challenges
2025-09-17 19:30 - 21:00 | MD
Historic Annapolis is pleased to be a Foundational Friend of the Maryland Council for Social Studies and are partnering with them to present programs focusing on the United States Constitution. The first program is on Constitution Day, Wednesday, September 17th at 7:30 pm. Joey Landgraf, President of MDCSS will share the educational role and goals of the organization and to introduce our speaker, Professor Gilda Daniels.
Whether you are a student, educator, legal professional, or engaged community member, this program invites you to reflect on the Constitution’s legacy and to confront the challenges that remain in fulfilling its guarantees for all.
Join Gilda Daniels, Professor of Law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, and voting rights expert, for an engaging Constitution Day program that explores the enduring promises and persistent challenges of America’s founding document through the lens of a “living Constitution” This thought-provoking event will examine how the Constitution’s vision for liberty, equality, and justice has been interpreted, expanded, and sometimes constrained over time.
Through historical reflection and contemporary analysis, we will consider how the Constitution is not a static relic, but a dynamic framework-shaped by amendments, judicial interpretation, and the ongoing efforts of citizens to make its ideals real. We will explore:

The foundational principals embedded in the Constitution
How the living Constitution framework influences debates over rights and governance
Landmark Supreme Court decisions that have redefined constitutional protections
The challenges of applying 18th century language to 21st century issues
The role of civic engagement in fulfilling the Constitution’s promises

The Historic Annapolis 2025 Virtual Lecture Series is offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. If you enjoy this program, we hope you will consider becoming a member or making a donation today to support Historic Annapolis and our mission to connect all people with our shared history.
Cost: FREE

Presenter Bio:
Gilda R. Daniels is a Professor of Law at the University of Baltimore School of Law and a voting rights expert. She is a former Deputy Chief in the Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Voting Section. She also served as Litigation Director at Advancement Project National Office, supporting the justice, education, immigrants’ rights, and voting projects and a staff attorney at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights under the Law. Professor Daniels is currently a Consultant at the Campaign Legal Center. She is Nationally recognized voting rights and election law expert.
She has investigated, negotiated, and litigated cases involving the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the National Voter Registration Act and other voting statutes. Professor Daniels teaches Election Law, Appellate Advocacy Federal Courts, Civil Procedure, and Critical Legal Theory, which includes jurisprudence, critical race theory, socioeconomics, and access to justice.
Professor Daniels is the author of Uncounted: The Crisis of Voter Suppression in America. Ms. Magazine called Uncounted “required reading”. She has prepared amicus briefs filed in the U.S. Supreme Court on various civil rights and constitutional issues, and is well published. Her scholarship focuses on the intersections of race, law, and democracy. Some of the articles have appeared in California Law Review, Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Review; Yale Law Journal Forum, George Washington Law Review, and New York University of Legislation and Public Policy. Other media outlets include the Washington Post and NPR’s All Things Considered.
Professor Daniels is a consultant and contributor to various conferences and panels. She lectures at universities and organizations ranging from National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, The American Constitution Society to local churches. Earlier in her career she was a staff attorney with the Southern Center for Human Rights, representing death row inmates as well as bringing prison condition cases in Georgia and Alabama. She is a graduate of New York University of Law where she was a Root Tilden Scholar, and Grambling State University.
Historic Annapolis is honored to have Gilda Daniels as a member of the Board of Trustees.
Joey Landgraf is the President-Elect for Maryland Council for Social Studies. This school year, he is embarking on a new adventure as he will be a social sciences teacher at Aberdeen High School in Harford County Public Schools. Previously, Joey taught AP Government and AP Psychology at North County High School in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Joey is a 2015 James Madison Fellow from Maryland and also won Promising New Social Studies Teacher of the Year from MDCSS in 2019. He has previously served on the board of MDCSS as an At-Large Member. In his free time, he enjoys fantasy football, pub trivia, golf, hiking, and wrangling his toddler daughter.

Mrs. Howard’s Coffee House at Hogshead Trades Museum
2025-09-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Pull up a chair at Mrs. Howard’s Coffee House and hear the conversations and customs around coffee culture in colonial Annapolis.
Admission Cost: $5 suggested donation

Accessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Learning the Ropes
2025-09-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Discover the essential maritime craft of rope making as it was practiced in colonial Annapolis. Drop by Hogshead Trades Museum and see a skilled ropemaker create cording using traditional tools and techniques. See how this vital trade supported shipbuilding and daily life in a bustling colonial port.
Admission Cost: $5 suggested donation

Accessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Guided Garden Stroll at William Paca Garden
2025-09-05 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-08-29 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-08-22 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-08-15 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-08-08 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-08-01 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-07-25 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-07-18 09:30 - 10:15 and 3 more dates | MD
Join Historic Annapolis in our beloved Paca Garden for special guided garden tours on Friday mornings throughout the summer.
Take a stroll through our beautifully restored two-acre 18th century English garden. Painstakingly restored to its original splendor using details drawn from historic artwork and archaeological excavations, the colonial William Paca Garden is a picturesque retreat from the bustle of the city.
Your experienced docent will share its history from the time of William Paca, signer of the Declaration of Independence, to present day as you wander the terraced landscape, formal parterres, wilderness garden, the practical kitchen and medicinal gardens, and orchard. The charming Summerhouse beckons visitors to cross the latticework bridge over a fish-shaped pond.
After your tour, feel free to linger and explore further, or visit the reception front desk to inquire about tours of the house interior.
Our docents can also provide information about our other sites – The Museum of Historic Annapolis, Hogshead Trades Museum and Waterfront Warehouse – all just a short walk away.
Cost: General Admission $12, Children $7
HA Members, Military and HA Volunteers & Docents FREE

Virtual Lecture - “In Pursuit of Gold Mountain”: Asian Immigration and History in the United States
2025-09-02 19:30 - 21:00 | MD
Presented by Daniel J. Sieh
The United States, or “Gold Mountain” as it was known in Asia, was often seen as a very distant but promising destination for many in the East looking for opportunity. New research puts the beginnings of Asian immigration much earlier than expected, with some even making their way to the American Revolution and the nascent United States with the “Old China Trade”. From mercantile beginnings to the turbulent struggles of a nation in the midst of a civil war, through the turmoil and development in the 20th century the history of Asians in the United States reflects the underlying history that connects all in their pursuit of the “American Dream”.
The Historic Annapolis 2025 Virtual Lecture Series is offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. If you enjoy this program, we hope you will consider becoming a member or making a donation today to support Historic Annapolis and our mission to connect all people with our shared history.
Cost: FREE
Pre-registration is required; Registration closes at 7:00 pm.
Can’t watch live? All lectures will be recorded. Please register and you’ll receive the link to watch the recording after the event.

About the Presenter:
Daniel J. Sieh is a Public Historian with over 12 years of experience working with historical museums throughout the East Coast. Previously, Daniel has worked at Colonial Williamsburg and later on at Claude Moore Colonial Farm as one of their historical interpreters. He graduated with a History degree from the College of William and Mary in 2016 and has a Master’s degree from American University. He currently lives and works in Washington D.C. as a Financial Manager for Freddie Mac
This lecture will be offered virtually by Zoom. Upon registration, you will be sent the link for the video conference to join on the evening of the lecture. If you do not receive your confirmation email after you register, please check your Spam folder, or email Cara Garside at cara.garside@annapolis.org. To learn more about Zoom and to download the app to your computer, visit the Zoom website.

Liberty at the Tea Table: Patriot Ladies of Annapolis
2025-08-31 11:00 - 15:00 | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Step back in time to the early summer of 1775, as visitors are invited into a gathering of Annapolis’ Patriot ladies who are discussing rising tensions with the British Crown across the American colonies.
As they share news from Lexington and Concord, the fall of Fort Ticonderoga, and local whispers of militia mustering, you’ll see how everyday people—especially women—shaped the spirit of resistance in Maryland.
Hear how these women turned homes into headquarters, parlors into planning rooms, and tea tables into battlegrounds of loyalty and liberty.
Admission Cost: $5 suggested donation

Accessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Federal Furniture Demonstration with Bob Van Dyke
2025-08-30 13:00 - 15:00 | William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join us on the Paca Terrace and meet furniture maker Bob Van Dyke. Visitors will learn about Federal period furniture with a focus on Annapolis cabinet maker, John Shaw.
Bob will demonstrate some of the techniques used to create basic inlays. As Director of the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking and a Contributing Editor for Fine Woodworking Magazine, Bob has been hooked on Federal inlay styles for years! The “magnolia” paterae that was frequently used by John Shaw and will be a part of this unique demonstration.
Accessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp.
Cost: $5 General admission, HA members FREE

KultureCity¨ Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation.
Click here to lean more: Historic Annapolis is a certified partner with KultureCity¨ – Historic Annapolis
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.
Bob Van Dyke Bio:
After 18 years as an award-winning chef in French restaurants Bob left the business to begin a career in woodworking and teaching. Furniture making had provided an outlet to the pressures of the restaurant business until 1993 when he started the Harris Enterprise School of Fine Woodworking in Manchester, CT. In seven years of operation the school gained national exposure and recognition.
In 2000 he formed a business partnership to open the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking in Manchester, CT. The school was an instant success and the demand for classes was so great that a second shop was built to allow two classes to run simultaneously. He continually strives to expand his skills and knowledge and has been studying and building period furniture for over 25 years. He is a Contributing Editor for Fine Woodworking Magazine and has written articles for Woodshop News and American Period Furniture. He has also done many videos for www.finewoodworking.com.
Bob’s school offers a variety of classes taught by himself and by many of todayÕs top woodworking instructors. This variety of instructors and styles ensures that there will be something for everyone at CVSW.
Bob’s approach to teaching centers on the belief that people learn “by doing rather than by watching”. Successful furniture making also depends on utilizing a sensible combination of machine woodworking and handwork. Bob’s classes feature hands-on woodworking projects that promote mastery of both handtool and machine woodworking techniques. Bob teaches classes and gives seminars at a number of different schools and woodworking guilds around the country. He is an active member of the Society of American Period Furniture Makers and was the founder and editor of the Society’s quarterly e-magazine Pins & Tales until 2019. Bob resides in a converted horseshoe nail factory in Hartford, Ct. just three blocks from the Wadsworth Atheneum. His free time is spent researching historic inlay techniques, walking around Hartford and playing with his 4 grandsons whenever possible.
He is especially interested in Federal style furniture and the inlay work that was such a big part of that style

Loyalist Ladies of Annapolis
2025-08-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Loyalist Ladies of Annapolis – the King is ever our Sovereign!
Stop by Hogshead Milliner’s Shop and meet Mrs. Calvert and Mrs.Dulaney. The year is 1775, and these refined women would never publicly express their loyalist opinions, but you might be able to hear their actual sentiments after the merchant steps out of the shop for a moment….
Supporting the colonies in their defense against taxes imposed by Parliament is one thing, but they draw the line at disloyalty to the King and seceding from Britain!
Admission Cost: $5 suggested donation

Accessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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

Annapolis Candidates Preservation Forum
2025-08-27 18:00 | William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Historic Annapolis is hosting a Candidates Forum on Preservation and you are invited!
Join us Wednesday, August 27th at 6 pm on the terrace of the William Paca House, 186 Prince George Street, to hear from all mayoral candidates and aldermanic candidates for Ward 1.
Former Alderman John Hammond will moderate and there will be ice cream!
With the upcoming election bringing a new mayor and a large turnover on City Council, this is an opportunity for us to hear directly from candidates on issues related to preservation, planning/land use, and resiliency, including the City Dock project.
Whether you are able to be there or not, HA wants to hear from YOU! Please send questions for the candidates to Rachel Robinson, VP of Preservation, by Friday, August 22nd.
Again, the forum is focused on a range of preservation-related issues. What do you want us to ask?
This event is free and open to all, but you must reserve a seat (limited seating). RSVP
RESOURCES:
Historic Annapolis City Dock Page
National Trust for Historic Preservation Grassroots Advocacy
City of Annapolis Primary Election Information

Virtual Lecture - Southern Slavery in Colonial America presented by Dr. Richard Bell
2025-08-26 19:30 - 21:00 | MD
The first Africans had been brought to Virginia as slaves in 1619 but it wasn’t until the 1670s that slavery began to dominate parts of the American economy. That process continued apace in the 18th century transforming every aspect of most southern colonies, from Virginia to South Carolina and Georgia. How did American law transform to codify and entrench race slavery in America in this period? How did plantation owners enforce submission and compliance and impose their will on a black, enslaved underclass? How did they work to try to prevent widespread resistance and what ways did enslaved men and women find to fight back to preserve their dignity and culture, or perhaps even to escape or revolt?
The Historic Annapolis 2025 Virtual Lecture Series is offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. If you enjoy this program, we hope you will consider becoming a member or making a donation today to support Historic Annapolis and our mission to connect all people with our shared history.
Cost: FREE

About the Presenter
Dr. Richard Bell is Associate Professor of History at the University of Maryland and author of the new book Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home. He has won more than a dozen teaching awards, including the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, the highest honor for teaching faculty in the Maryland state system. He has held major research fellowships at Yale, Cambridge, and the Library of Congress and is the recipient of the National Endowment of the Humanities Public Scholar award. He serves as a Trustee of the Maryland historical Society, as an elected member of the Massachusetts Historical Society, and as a fellow of the Royal Historical Society.
This lecture will be offered virtually by Zoom. Upon registration, you will be sent the link for the video conference to join on the evening of the lecture. If you do not receive your confirmation email after you register, please check your Spam folder, or email Cara Garside at cara.garside@annapolis.org. To learn more about Zoom and to download the app to your computer, visit the Zoom website.
Can’t watch live? All lectures will be recorded. Please register and you will receive the link to watch the recording after the event.
Time: 7:30 pm (ET) (pre-registration required; registration closes at 7:00 pm)

Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime Summer Series - “Plants Feed Me” by Lizzy Rockwell
2025-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
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.
‘Plants Feed Me’ by Lizzy Rockwell
“Pants Feed Me” explores the many edible parts of plants, including seeds, roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits. Get ready to dive into a delicious world of plants that nourish us–flowers, fruits, seeds, and more!
You’ll also discover how to whip up a delightful salad snack recipe using leaves, roots, fruits, seeds and stem.
Join Farmer Ben as we harvest a tasty treat from our lovely kitchen garden.
General Admission: $5 Adults, $10 Children, HA Members and Military: Adults FREE, $8 Children

Advance registration required, space is limited.
Please Note: An adult must accompany their child(ren) for the entirety of the program; garden time is not supervised by staff. Activities are held outdoors on the tented terrace at the William Paca House & Garden when possible. In the event of inclement weather, the activities will be held inside in our conference room. Masks are optional; hand sanitizer is always available, and if you are feeling sick, please stay home. This program does not include snacks due to food allergies; food is not permitted in the garden.
Accessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp.
KultureCity¨ Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation.
Click here to lean more: Historic Annapolis is a certified partner with KultureCity¨ – Historic Annapolis
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Virtual Lecture - The Balance of Power in Colonial Native America with Dr. Richard Bell
2025-08-12 19:30 - 21:00 | MD
The Balance of Power in Colonial Native America
Native Americans did not disappear from colonial history in the 18th century. On the contrary, throughout the 1700s, Native Americans exerted decisive influence on the American colonies encroaching all around them. But how, why, and at what cost? How did Native people navigate the rapid changes to the balance of power between themselves and the surging numbers of European settlers now living on the American continent? What did life look like in the contact zones where Europeans and Natives interacted? Who were the intermediaries, the go-betweens, who greased the wheels of diplomacy and cooperation on the borderlands between English America and Indian Country? Why did they do that work, and why did so many of those go-betweens end up dead?
Advance registration required. Registration closes one half hour prior to lecture.
Cost: FREE

The Historic Annapolis 2025 Virtual Lecture Series is offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. If you enjoy this program, we hope you will consider becoming a member or making a donation today to support Historic Annapolis and our mission to connect all people with our shared history.
About the Presenter
Dr. Richard Bell is Associate Professor of History at the University of Maryland and author of the new book Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home. He has won more than a dozen teaching awards, including the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, the highest honor for teaching faculty in the Maryland state system. He has held major research fellowships at Yale, Cambridge, and the Library of Congress and is the recipient of the National Endowment of the Humanities Public Scholar award. He serves as a Trustee of the Maryland historical Society, as an elected member of the Massachusetts Historical Society, and as a fellow of the Royal Historical Society.

CanÕt watch the lecture live? The lecture will be recorded! Please register even if you cannot watch in real time; all attendees will receive a link to the recording of the lecture to watch at their convenience for two weeks. Live closed captioning is available for all lectures.
This lecture will be offered virtually by Zoom. Upon registration, you will be sent the link for the video conference to join on the evening of the lecture. If you do not receive your confirmation email after you register, please check your Spam folder, or email Cara Garside at cara.garside@annapolis.org. To learn more about Zoom and to download the app to your computer, visit the Zoom website.

Living History on Pinkney Street: First Maryland Regiment
2025-08-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
News of battles at Lexington, Concord, and Bunker Hill has reached Annapolis. War is no longer distant—it has begun.
Stop by Pinkney Street and meet the First Maryland Regiment of today. Join the conversation, hear the news…as the people of Annapolis in August 1775 face an uncertain future.
Will the shot heard ’round the world reach Maryland?
Admission Cost: $5 suggested donation

Accessibility: Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime Summer Series - “The Pout-Pout Fish” by Deborah Diesen
2025-08-05 10:00 - 11:00 | William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
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.
“The Pout-Pout Fish” by Deborah Diesen
The Pout-Pout fish is a very unhappy fish, because he believes that his only role is to frown and spread sadness to those around him. As he glides through the ocean, many sea creatures attempt to encourage him to smile and embrace happiness. Despite their efforts, the Pout-Pout fish insists that he is stuck in his ways and nothing will ever change.
Discover what unfolds when the Pout-Pout fish sees a beautiful fish he’s never seen before.
Join us for a delightful time filled with a unique craft, singing and dancing. We’ll also enjoy some time in our lovely garden.
General Admission: $5 Adults, $10 Children, HA Members and Military: Adults FREE, $8 Children

Advance registration required, space is limited.
Please Note: An adult must accompany their child(ren) for the entirety of the program; garden time is not supervised by staff. Activities are held outdoors on the tented terrace at the William Paca House & Garden when possible. In the event of inclement weather, the activities will be held inside in our conference room. Masks are optional; hand sanitizer is always available, and if you are feeling sick, please stay home. This program does not include snacks due to food allergies; food is not permitted in the garden.
Accessibility: Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp.
KultureCity¨ Sensory Bags are available for visitors with sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation.
Click here to lean more: Historic Annapolis is a certified partner with KultureCity¨ – Historic Annapolis
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.

Virtual Lecture - The Great Awakening presented by Dr. Richard Bell
2025-07-08 19:30 - 21:00 | MD
“The Great Awakening” presented by Dr. Richard Bell
The Great Awakening was a major revitalization of Christian faith and practice that swept through the American colonies in the 1700s. It marks the moment at which new faiths began to compete with Puritanism, Anglicanism, and Quakerism for the hearts and minds of American colonists. But how did it happenÑand why? What were preachers like Jonathan Edwards and his Baptist and Methodist competitors saying about heaven and hell, about this world and the world to come? What recruitment strategies did they use to try to grow their denominations? Why did so many Americans respond to them so emphatically? More importantly, what were the consequences of the Great Awakening? What was at stake? Why does it matter today?

The Historic Annapolis 2025 Virtual Lecture Series is offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. If you enjoy this program, we hope you will consider becoming a member or making a donation today to support Historic Annapolis and our mission to connect all people with our shared history.

CanÕt watch the lecture live? The lecture will be recorded! Please register even if you cannot watch in real time; all attendees will receive a link to the recording of the lecture to watch at their convenience for two weeks. Live closed captioning is available for all lectures.
This lecture will be offered virtually by Zoom. Upon registration, you will be sent the link for the video conference to join on the evening of the lecture. If you do not receive your confirmation email after you register, please check your Spam folder, or email Cara Garside at cara.garside@annapolis.org. To learn more about Zoom and to download the app to your computer, visit the Zoom website.
About our Presenter:
Dr. Richard Bell is Associate Professor of History at the University of Maryland and author of the new book Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home. He has won more than a dozen teaching awards, including the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, the highest honor for teaching faculty in the Maryland state system. He has held major research fellowships at Yale, Cambridge, and the Library of Congress and is the recipient of the National Endowment of the Humanities Public Scholar award. He serves as a Trustee of the Maryland historical Society, as an elected member of the Massachusetts Historical Society, and as a fellow of the Royal Historical Society.

Celebrate the Fourth of July with Historic Annapolis
2025-07-04 10:30 - 14:30 | MD
The day will begin with an inspiring Naturalization Ceremony at 9 am – more information about that event here.
Then, join Historic Annapolis for a 4th of July Celebration at the William Paca House & Garden, Hogshead Trades Museum, Waterfront Warehouse and the Museum of Historic Annapolis! Explore our historic sites as they are brought to life by our living history volunteers and special guests.
Your admission includes entry to four HA sites: the William Paca House & Garden, Hogshead Trades Museum, the Museum of Historic Annapolis, and the Waterfront Warehouse!
Admission at the Paca House & Garden will be by timed entry. You may visit the sites in any order, but please plan to visit the Paca House within the half hour of your timed entry.
Advance registration recommended.
Cost: $12 General Admission; $8 HA Members & Volunteers and Military; $5 Children (3-17); Free for Children 2 and under

William Paca House and Garden
186 Prince George Street
Advance, timed entry registration is required for this site. Entry will be offered every half-hour. Walk-ins will be accommodated only as space permits.
Visit the house and garden as our living historian volunteers bring the historic site to life. Enjoy special family-friendly activities like a garden hunt and patriotic crafts, and explore the 2-acre garden, a restful oasis nestled in the heart of bustling Annapolis.
Meet Frederick Douglass and hear an excerpt from his speech, ÒFor What to a Slave is the Fourth of JulyÓ. Nathan Richardson, renowned Frederick Douglass re-enactor will speak to Frederick DouglassÕs life, share his beliefs, recalling his travels, and his books.
Times for Presentation: FREE: 10:30 am Front Steps of the Paca House
Activities:

Signing the Declaration of Independence: Add your own John Hancock!
Make a patriotic craft
Star Spangled Patriotic (temporary) tattoo

Accessibility Considerations: Accessing the interior of the William Paca House requires ascending and descending several flights of stairs. Visitors with limited mobility can access the brick Paca Garden Terrace via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp. The upper portion of the garden can be accessed via a ramp with handrails, but please note
that garden pathways are loose pea gravel and steps must be traversed to access the lower levels of the garden.
Museum of Historic Annapolis
99 Main Street
Free Admission all Day!
Step into our American Story at the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Enjoy an inspiring film and explore three floors of interactive exhibits where youÕll discover diverse stories and amazing objects that represent over 400 years of our shared history!
Meet Frederick Douglass and hear an excerpt from his speech, ÒFor What to a Slave is the Fourth of JulyÓ._ Nathan Richardson, renowned Frederick Douglass enactor will speak to Frederick DouglassÕs life, share his beliefs, recalling his travels, and his books.
Free presentation of Meet Frederick Douglass at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm
Visitors can make a patriotic craft.
Accessibility Considerations: An accessible entrance is available, located to the right of the buildingÕs main entrance. All levels of the Museum, including the restrooms, are accessible via the elevator.
Hogshead Trades Museum

43 Pinkney Street
Take a short walk down Pinkney Street to Hogshead, where youÕll find colonial tradespeople who have just learned about the signing of the Declaration of Independence. What might it mean for these hardworking people?
Accessibility Considerations: Access to Hogshead requires ascending and descending two flights of stairs.
The Waterfront Warehouse
4 Pinkney Street
Visit a rare surviving example of a small Annapolis waterfront warehouse from the 18th century. Today, youÕll discover the model of our city, circa the late 18th century, featuring a birdÕs-eye view of the historic landscape.
Accessibility Considerations: Access to the Waterfront Warehouse requires ascending and descending two steps.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.
Presenter Bio:
Nathan M. Richardson is a published author, performance poet and Frederick Douglass Historian. He is the author of four collections of poetry and teaches a variety of workshops for emerging writers and spoken word artists. Nathan is now in the 10th year of The Frederick Douglass Speaking Tour – a living history performance that captures completely the physical, spiritual and intellectual essence of the former slave, writer, orator and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. Nathan is a Chautauqua Scholar with living history performances at The White House Visitors Center, American Studies Programs at Christopher Newport University, Founding Forward at Valley Forge, PA and other universities across the country. The Frederick Douglass Speaking Tour is a feature on American Cruise Lines (Small Ship Historic Cruises). Mr. Richardson has film credits with the National Park Service and Alabama Public Television. You can learn more about Nathan Richardson and his work at www.scpublishing.com

Naturalization Ceremony
2025-07-04 09:00 - 10:00 | MD
Begin your 4th of July morning with an inspirational Naturalization Ceremony on the outdoor terrace of the William Paca House and Garden, when people from communities around the globe become our nationÕs newest citizens in a ceremony conducted by officials from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The Naturalization Ceremony is free and open to the public, but please note seating is limited.
Visitors with limited mobility can access this program via the driveway of the Paca House. A single use accessible restroom can be accessed by a ramp.
Photography 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.

Civil War First Maryland Volunteer Infantry Regiment: Living History on Pinkney Street
2025-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
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.
Cost is FREE with Suggested Donation of $5

Accessing this program requires ascending a flight of stairs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography 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.
About the Civil War First Maryland Volunteer Infantry Regiment:
The Original First Maryland mustered into the United States service in Baltimore, MD in May 1861, for three years of service. It was stationed at various places in Maryland during the ensuing year, doing guard duty most of the time along the Upper Potomac and C&O Canal. In March 1862, it crossed into Virginia with BanksÕ troops and moved up the Shenandoah Valley. The regiment was stationed at Front Royal, Va., where, on May 23, 1862, it was surrounded and cut off by JacksonÕs rapid movement. Their gallant opposition retarded JacksonÕs advance, giving Banks ample time to withdraw in safety from the Valley. The regiment was paroled in September, and two months later it was declared exchanged. In the meantime, the small part of the regiment which had escaped capture, together with some recruits, preserved the organization and was assigned to the Maryland Brigade (First, Fourth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Maryland). In March 1863, this brigade was assigned to KellyÕs Division, Eighth Corps, and served in the West Virginia campaign. Upon LeeÕs invasion, the brigade retired to Maryland, where, on July 10, 1863, it was assigned to the First Corps. In March 1864, it was transferred to the Fifth Corps. The regiment re-enlisted, and on its return from its veteran furlough the battalion of veterans arrived at the Harris Farm just in time to enter that action, its loss there amounting to 6 killed, 29 wounded, and 2 missing; a heavy percentage of loss as only a small number were engaged. Colonel
Dushane was killed at Weldon Road, and Colonel Wilson fell at DabneyÕs Mills The men served with distinction till the end of the war.
About First Maryland Living History:
The First Maryland Volunteer Infantry Regiment has been an active living history group since its formation in 1972. The organization is made up of dedicated volunteers who have an interest in the history of the Civil War period and strive to accurately portray the life of the common soldier or civilians from the State of Maryland. The First is involved in living history demonstrations, authentic encampments, educational lectures, ceremonial events, and battle reenactments across the Mid-Atlantic region. Occasionally, the unit travels beyond the mid-Atlantic as the ELF Mess. The group takes part in programs regularly in national and state parks; a privilege reserved for organizations with high state discipline and authenticity. A wide variety of events take place every year. The First designates one event each month as a company event, at which we urge our members to turn out.
