First Maryland Regiment—Marching off to War
Drop by Pinkney Street to meet the First Maryland Regiment and learn about their fateful campaign to New York in the early days of the Revolutionary War. This event will …
What’s Brewing: Mrs. Howard’s Coffeehouse
On the eve of revolution, stop by the Hogshead Trades Museum and meet Mary Howard, proprietress of the Maryland Coffeehouse! Discover how colonial coffeehouses in Annapolis stirred the spirit of …
A House Divided: The Tilghman Family and the American Revolution
This talk explores the story of Colonel Tench Tilghman—George Washington’s most trusted aide-de-camp—and his complicated ties to a family torn between loyalty to the Crown and the cause of independence. …
Linen and Liberty: Meet Catharine Futier
It’s the spring of 1776 and the American Revolution is underway. British occupation of several colonies, combined with Congress’ non-importation policy on British goods, makes essential supplies increasingly scarce for …
When the Call Came: Civilians and the Maryland Flying Camp
Marylanders organized a rapid-response militia to defend liberty during the early days of the American Revolution. Known as the Maryland Flying Camp, this force was more than a military unit; …
Asian Americans in the Revolutionary War
Meet living historian Daniel Sieh to explore the lives of Asians in the United States in the 1700s and discover some of the under told stories of the American Revolution. …
Loyalty & Zeal: Algonkians of the Revolution (1774-1783)
Join Drew Shuptar-Rayvis, citizen of the Pocomoke Indian Nation, to honor the sacrifices and contributions of Algonkian peoples during the American Revolution. Learn about Algonkian and Iroquoian material culture, trade, …
The American Revolution and the Fate of the World
Dr. Richard Bell is Professor of History at the University of Maryland. He’s also the author of Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home, a …
Money Matters: Budgeting on the Brink of Revolution
Don’t miss Money Matters: Budgeting on the Brink of Revolution! Step into the lives of everyday people in Annapolis on the eve of the American Revolution! Choose a social role, manage …
Defenders of the Chesapeake: Maryland State Marines
Step back to the turbulent days of 1775 and meet the newly formed Maryland State Marines as they recruit for the fight against Great Britain. Discover how Maryland prepared to defend …