Honoring Maryland’s Emancipation Day
Join Historic Annapolis in honoring Maryland’s Emancipation Day. On November 1, 1864, a new state constitution abolished slavery in Maryland. Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we …
Honoring Maryland’s Emancipation Day
Join Historic Annapolis in honoring Maryland’s Emancipation Day. On November 1, 1864, a new state constitution abolished slavery in Maryland. Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we …
Hogshead Living History
Don’t miss this session of Hogshead Living History! Come meet the United States Colored Troops (USCT), Union Army regiments during the U.S. Civil War that were primarily comprised of African …
Burning of the Peggy Stewart Lecture
Join us for the 250th anniversary celebration of a historic moment in Annapolis history, the burning of the Peggy Stewart! On October 15, 1774, eleven months after the Sons of …
Living History on Pinkney Street: 250th Anniversary of the Burning of the Peggy Stewart
In October of 1774, the people of Annapolis discovered that the brigantine, the Peggy Stewart, contained contraband tea that violated the colonists’ non-importation resolution. In response to public outrage, ship …
Tavern Talk and Tour Presents Richard Striner
Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn as they celebrate the birthday of President and General Dwight D. Eisenhower on Sunday, October 13, 2024 when we welcome author Richard …
Spirits of the Past
In October, experience the Spirits of the Past tour of the historic William Paca House, highlighting tales of the past: sickness, treatments, mourning rituals, and superstitions. You’re guide will take …
Reenactment of the Burning of the Peggy Stewart
On October 19, 1774, Annapolis sparks Maryland’s active participation in the American Revolution when angry colonists take place in the burning of the Peggy Stewart in order to destroy the detestable …
‘Tis the Spooky Season: Annapolis Ghost Tours
If you and your family like your fall festivities with a twist of fear, check out one of Annapolis’ ghost tours. It’s always fun to be a tourist in your …