Tavern Talks: Evacuation on the HMS Fowey and the Dream of Freedom
Join us for the third of a five-part lecture series at the William Brown House that reimagines the tavern as it was in 1776: a space for community news and …
The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution
The war that we now call the American Revolution was not only fought in the colonies by soldiers. On both sides of the Atlantic, artists also played an integral role …
Call the Midwife: Charlotte Small
Curious about midwifery and herbal medicine in colonial Annapolis? Come meet Charlotte Small at the Museum of Historic Annapolis and discover her daily life and the vital roles she played …
Women’s Equality Day: Remember the Ladies
Hello! What about the ladies? Join us at the Hogshead Trades Museum to celebrate 250 years of revolutionary women for Women’s Equality Day. Meet Annapolis tradeswomen as they discuss women’s …
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 …
When the Declaration of Independence Was News
Publishing for the 250th anniversary of the United States, Dr. Emily Sneff’s latest book, When the Declaration of Independence Was News, focuses on the nation’s founding document at the moment …
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 …
Colonial Cocktails: American Made
Celebrate the 250th anniversary with Claret Cobbler and Whiskey Punch, two drinks with uniquely American history! This event will take place at Historic London Town & Gardens. (DNML)
Colonial Cocktails: Lemon Liqueurs
Don’t miss Colonial Cocktails! When life gives you lemons… mix them in with some hard spirits! Learn about citrus’ journey to the colonies while sipping on two refreshing summer drinks: …
Music of the American Revolution: The 250th Anniversary
Step into the sound of the 18th century with David Hildebrand & Ginger Hildebrand. This lively, one-hour concert features period songs, marches, and ballads performed in costume on traditional instruments …