Maryland Day Events
Sunday, March 23, 2025
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ALL EVENTS $1 OR FREE
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Annapolis Maritime Museum and Park - Museum Campus
10am - 3pm Free
723 Second Street, Annapolis, 21403
https://amaritime.org/
Come join our craft table, where you will learn about the wide variety of wildlife found in the
Chesapeake Bay and how they impact life in Annapolis. Create your own creature from reusable
materials to take home with you.
Also, the Annapolis Maritime Resiliency Initiative will be at AMM on Sunday during museum hours. See their surveys here:https://resilienceauthority.org/annapolis-maritime-resilience-initiative-amri/​​
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Annapolis Tours by Watermark
1:00pm - 2:30pm Free
Market House Park (25 Market Space, Annapolis)
https://watermarkjourney.com/events/maryland-day-events/
The Everything Tour: starting at Market House Park (25 Market Space, Annapolis):
Join Mistress Mary as she leads guests through the Historic District. You’ll get a little history, a splash of scandal, some mysterious ghost stories, and much more on this entertaining sampler of Watermark’s various walking tours. Free, advanced registration recommended.
* Please note. This tour is sold out but walk ups may be available
Anne Arundel County Archaeology Lab
10am - 4pm Free
839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
https://aacounty.org/ArchaeologyLab
Discover local history at the Anne Arundel County Archaeology Lab! View a wide variety of artifacts from recent excavations across Anne Arundel County, from 19th-century African-American tenant farms to 13,000-year-old Native American camps. Kids and adults can try their hand at sorting artifacts, discover educational resources about local history, and learn how to get involved in archaeological digs and labwork, right here in Anne Arundel County.
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Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks
Sunrise to Sunset - Free
Explore Anne Arundel County's Natural and Cultural Heritage Parks and Sites during the Maryland Day Celebration weekend.
Historic Parks and Heritage sites:
Hancock’s Resolution
Historic Linthicum Walks
Historic London Town and Gardens
Farmhouse Museum at Kinder Farm Park
Hot Sox Field
Natural areas:
Bacon Ridge Natural Area
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Magothy Greenway Natural Area
Patuxent Oxbow Area
https://www.aacounty.org/recreation-parks/parks/natural-cultural-areas
Anne Arundel County Farmers Market
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Free
275 Harry S Truman Parkway
Annapolis MD 21401
Serving Annapolis since 1981 and celebrating its 44th year, this farmers market has all the local and crafts people that make Annapolis and the surrounding area interesting and fun. Fresh produce and other products. There will be cooking demonstrations and more!
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AnneArrundell County Free School Museum
1pm - 4 pm Free
1298 Lavall Drive, Davidsonville, MD 21035
aacps.org/freeschool
The AnneArrundell County Free School Museum's docents will be highlighting a "Colonial Education" as part of the Maryland Day "Unity Through Community" 2025 celebration. A schoolmarm will demonstrate the preparation of johnnycakes and will provide a sampling. Children will make butter. A schoolmaster will demonstrate colonial toys. Children will write on slates. They will also use a quill pen and write with walnut ink made from walnuts found on the property. Additional hands-on activities are being planned. Come meet colonial educators and learn what education was like over 300 years ago. Admission and all hands-on activities are free.
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Blacks of the Chesapeake
Virtual presentation
​https://blacksofthechesapeake.wildapricot.org/
Join us as we honor the incredible contributions of Black Watermen and Women of the Chesapeake Bay's maritime and seafood processing industries. Our virtual experience will feature a series of videos and posts that highlight their vital role in shaping our history and communities. We will also highlight our late founder and CEO, Vincent Leggett, Admiral of the Chesapeake, and demonstrate how his vision continues through us as we advance the Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation forward.
Event link here: Celebrate Black Watermen & Women this Maryland Day Weekend! | Facebook
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Captain Avery Museum
12:30 pm - 4 pm Free
1418 East West Shady Side Road, Shady Side MD 20764
https://captainaverymuseum.org/
The CAM will host family friendly activities beginning at 12:30 pm with a reading by the author of Osprey Storytelling for the Family. Local author Janie Suss will join us and read from her book, "Oscar and Olive Osprey: A Family Takes Flight." She will talk to us about writing the book and the real osprey family that inspired the story. There will also be a crafts table for kids throughout the day.
2 pm Film showing brought to CAM by the Chesapeake Legal Alliance's Executive Director, David Reed, presents the Bill McKeever film "The Biggest Little Fish You've Never Seen", followed by a short presentation which explores how we can address the damage caused by the industrial menhaden fishing industry and what advocates are doing about it now.
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Charles Carroll House of Annapolis
Noon - 4 pm Free
107 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
https://charlescarrollhouse.org/
This period house and garden that signer of the Declaration of Independence, Charles Carroll built will be open for guided and self-guided tours.
Chesapeake Arts Center
10 am - 1 pm Free
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
https://www.chesapeakearts.org/
​CAC features Maryland artists in their galleries as well as crafts and stories for children and families.
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​*Crafting Their Future - Celebrating Women’s History Month in Hal Gomer Gallery -
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with the fourth annual exhibition, Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations. This showcase honors women’s contributions to crafts as tools for cultural expression, advocacy, and gender equality. https://www.chesapeakearts.org/current-exhibits
*Threshold - A solo exhibition by Elizabeth Kendall in the Patricia Barland Gallery
Standing on the threshold we are both coming and going, leaving behind and anticipating what’s ahead. In that moment between we can create something new and let go of what isn’t serving us anymore. And we also know we will return to cross back over the threshold and bring experiences with us to enrich and expand. Think of it as both the breathe and the space between the breathe. I make work that celebrates the past, future and the space between. https://www.chesapeakearts.org/current-exhibits
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Chesapeake Children's Museum
10am - 4pm $1 Admission
25 Silopanna Road, Annapolis 21403
https://www.theccm.org/
Come and play at Chesapeake Children Museum's themed playrooms involving nature, art, theater, Culture Carriers and our 1918 Room. Explore our 5 acre park with a self-guided tour of Native American plants as well as a musical playground and truck pit.
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​​Galesville Community Center Organization
1 - 4 pm Free
916 Benning Road, Galesville MD 20765
Experience the stories of the families of founding ancestors of the historic African-American South County community. More than just geographic locations, they represented resilience, empowerment, and the unbreakable spirit of unity. They challenged societal norms, fostered cultural growth, and paved the way for progress. Recognizing their importance reminds us of the strength of collective action, the preservation of heritage, and the ongoing struggle for equality.
R.S.V.P. to preciousllm@aol.com to attend
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Galesville Heritage Society
1 pm - 4 pm Free
988 Main Street, Galesville, MD 20765
www.galesvilleheritagesociety.org
Visit the Galesville Heritage Museum.
UPDATE: Their new exhibit, "Blacksmiths in Galesville" IS ON HOLD. The exhibit will be housed in a restored 1930's garage located in the backyard of the Galesville Heritage Museum will be opening at a later date.
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Historic Annapolis - Waterfront Warehouse
10am - 3pm Free
Waterfront Warehouse – 4 Pinkney Street Annapolis, MD 21401
https://www.annapolis.org/about-us/properties/
Visit a rare surviving example of a small Annapolis waterfront warehouse from the 18th century. Today you’ll discover the model of our city, circa the late 18th century, featuring a birds-eye view of the historic landscape.
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Historic Annapolis - William Paca Garden
10am - 3pm $1 admission
William Paca Garden, 186 Prince George Street Annapolis, MD 21401
https://www.annapolis.org/contact/william-paca-garden/
Visit the William Paca Garden and explore a secret oasis of natural beauty nestled in the heart of Annapolis. This colonial garden, hidden behind the William Paca House, has been reconstructed to its original design featuring a terraced landscape with formal parterres, naturalistic wilderness, and practical kitchen and medicinal gardens.
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​Historic Baldwin Hall
1-5pm Free
1358 Millersville Road, Millersville MD 21108
https://www.baldwinhall.org/
The Severn Cross Roads Foundation (SCRF) will be celebrating Maryland Day by collecting Maryland Memories from local residents to add to its local history collection. Did you learn to sail at Indian Landing? Do you remember the old Millersville Elementary building? Are you an Arundel High alum? Your family story is part of local history. Stop by the Cross Roads Schoolhouse on Sunday, March 23 from 1 to 5 PM to share your stories about growing up in Anne Arundel County and enjoy some exhibits from the Dulaney History Room highlighting local history.
In an effort to promote youth participation and encourage interest in local history, SCRF is also offering the AMERICAN HERITAGE Merit Badge on March 23 with the help of Troop 192. The Merit Badge session is open to Scouts in Troops of all ages. There is no cost, but pre-registration is required; please visit troop192maryland.org/maryland-day for more information.
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Historic Goshen Farm and Educational Center
10 am - 5 pm Free
1420 Cape St Claire Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409
Self-guided tours are available at Historic Goshen Farm. Pick up a Welcome Packet and visit the QR Codes posted by each Goshen Farm feature. Can't make it to Goshen Farm? Tour the Goshen Farm attractions at:
www.youtube.com/@historicgoshenfarmeducation/playlists
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Historic Hancock’s Resolution Farm Park
1 - 4pm Free
2795 Bayside Beach Road, Pasadena, MD 21122
www.historichancocksresolution.org
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Historic London Town and Gardens
10am - 4pm Free
839 Londontown Road, Edgewater MD 21037
www.historiclondontown.org/marylandday
Immerse yourself in the past and take in the spring splendor of our gardens this Maryland Day weekend at Historic London Town & Gardens. Join interactive tours to hear stories about the past residents and buildings of the colonial port town and learn about the many varieties of plants that grow in our 10-acre woodland gardens. Meet with living history interpreters dressed in colonial clothing, explore our exhibits full of artifacts, and enjoy the sights, scents, and sounds of London Town.
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Maryland Federation of Art
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free
18 State Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401
MFA is offering 10% off any artwork by a Maryland artist. Come to Circle Gallery to see the current exhibition. For online purchases, please call Circle Gallery at 410-268-4566 and we will process the sale over the phone to give you’re the discount.
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Maryland Hall
11 am - 3 pm Free
801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
ArtFest returns!
Join us on Maryland Day Weekend to experience Art Fest, 2025! Live class demonstrations, free activities in media, visual, performing, and studio arts, and discounted class registrations for all attendees.
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Join us for a free performance as the U.S. Army Band "Downrange" takes center stage at Art Fest! in the Main Theatre at 2pm!
Downrange supports the men and women of the Armed Services through popular music while reaching all audiences, young and old, with their continuously up-to-date repertoire of rock, pop, country, R & B, and inspirational signature patriotic arrangements that are popular with all listeners.
Register here: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mhca
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Maryland State House
8:30am - 5pm Free
100 State Circle, Annapolis MD 21401
msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdstatehouse/html/home.html
Visit the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use. Explore the many exhibits, memorials, historic documents related to the Continental Congress and notable Americans all possible through the Maryland State Archives.
Odenton Heritage Society
1- 4pm Free
1367 Odenton Road, Odenton, Maryland
www.odentonheritage.org
Presenting a special display titled “Women in Wartime: Odenton’s Military and Civilian Heroines.”
Cataloging the role of women during wartime when traditional roles shifted from less active roles to taking on more dynamic responsibilities, both in military service and on the home front. Our display will highlight examples of Odenton residents who contributed in these ways during both World War I and World War II.
Costumed docents will provide a fun and engaging museum tour experience where visitors will have an opportunity to ask questions.
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Pride of Baltimore II
10 am to 5 pm Free
Susan Campbell Park at Annapolis City Dock
pride2.org
​​Enjoy deck tours and learn of the rich maritime history of the Baltimore privateer vessels and their role in the War of 1812.
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St. John's College
60 College Avenue, Annapolis MD 21401
​​The Mitchell Museum - Nature's ReadyMades Exhibit
12:30 - 6:30 Free
​Is there art in nature? Nature's Readymades presents an extraordinary selection of gongshi (scholars’ rocks or viewing stones) drawn from the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum in Washington, D.C. Carved by nature and relished by Chinese literati as early as the Tang dynasty (7th c.), these paradoxical objects are worlds in miniature, presenting the vital energy of the universe in a
SERC – Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Trails open 8am - 5:30pm Free
Woodlawn House open from 1pm - 4pm - Free
647 Contees Wharf Road Edgewater, MD 21037
https://serc.si.edu/
​Woodlawn History Center open special hours. Visit the oldest building in the Smithsonian still in the original location and learn about all of the different people throughout history who lived and worked on what is now the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center’s campus. Learn about how this small place and local history fit into the broader national story, about the building itself, how humans impacted the environment and how Smithsonian scientists study the environment today.
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SERC trail hiking special hours. Get out into nature by hiking SERC’s multiple miles of woodland trails, including along the Rhode River and Muddy Creek.
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Unity Gardens
All day - Free at participating sites with a Unity Garden sign!
This event occurs all over Annapolis and Anne Arundel County - see partner list below.
Enjoy participating in the Unity Gardens, 'I Spy' Scavenger Hunt Photo Contest. Tag your Maryland Day Facebook photos with UNITY GARDENS and your Maryland Day location.
Then make sure a 'Unity Gardens' yard sign is in the picture. On Instagram tag with #NativesofAnneArundel.
The winner of the contest will receive 4 tickets for an Annapolis Maritime Cruise aboard the Wilma Lee skipjack.
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MD DAY locations include:
Michael E Busch Annapolis Library - AACPL
AnnapolisMaritimeMuseum
Captain Avery Museum
Chase Lloyd Home
Chesapeake Children's Museum
Galesville Heritage Society
Hancock's Resolution
Historic Baldwin Hall
Historic London Town and Gardens
Jug Bay Wetlands​​
*Unity Gardens is an Anne Arundel County nonprofit organization that supports the building of community partnerships through the creation of greening projects, environmental enhancements and education. Check out some of the many gardens with plants native to Maryland!
See the event here on Facebook:
https://facebook.com/events/s/i-spy-a-unity-gardens-sign-mar/653167427107431/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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Enjoy participating in the Unity Gardens, 'I Spy' Scavenger Hunt Photo Contest. Tag your Maryland Day Facebook photos with UNITY GARDENS and make sure a 'Unity Gardens' yard sign is in the pic and, on Instagram tag with #NativesofAnneArundel.
The winner of the contest will receive 4 tickets for an Annapolis Maritime Cruise aboard the
Wilma Lee skipjack.
Unity Gardens is an Anne Arundel County nonprofit organization that supports the building of community partnerships through the creation of greening projects, environmental enhancements and education. Check out some of the many gardens with plants native to Maryland!
See their event here on Facebook:
https://facebook.com/events/s/i-spy-a-unity-gardens-sign-mar/653167427107431/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Good luck!
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Visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel County - Visitors Center AND City Dock Kiosk
​10 am - 5 pm Free
26 West Street, and Annapolis City Dock
Make our Visitors Center on West Street or our Visitor Information Kiosk at City Dock your first stop for everything you need to know about the events happening throughout Annapolis and Anne Arundel County during Maryland Day Weekend. Our trained volunteer information specialists can answer your questions, make recommendations, provide you with Maryland Day literature, and help map out an itinerary that's perfect for you!
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Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center
1 pm to 4 pm Free
1101 Smithville Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
https://whbateslegacycenter.org/
​Come hear the musical stylings of the Dan Meyer Choir as they perform music celebrating life in Maryland. The concert will feature the song "Maryland Free!!!" which was written in 1860 to celebrate emancipation in Maryland.
The concert will be from 2-3. We invite you to come a little early and stay a little long to check out the exhibit and learn more about Annapolis hero, Wiley H. Bates, and the school that bore his name.
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