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05/09/2024

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Come celebrate the Hammond-Harwood House's 250 Anniversary on our Two Great Houses Tour on September 19th at 2 P.M.

Guests will see both the Hammond-Harwood House and Chase-Lloyd House and learn about the architectural details and the longstanding social history that connects these two great houses on Maryland Avenue.

For more information, please see our website: https://hammondharwoodhouse.org/event/250-anniversary-special-tour-series-two-great-homes-tour/

Our Executive Director, Carol Benson, was one of four heritage area directors who presented at today’s Forever Maryland ...
04/09/2024

Our Executive Director, Carol Benson, was one of four heritage area directors who presented at today’s Forever Maryland conference, with many other terrific speakers. Great conference!

It was a beautiful day for the 6th Annual International Underground Railroad Month Proclamation event atRiversdale in Ma...
22/08/2024

It was a beautiful day for the 6th Annual International Underground Railroad Month Proclamation event at
Riversdale in Maryland! Kudos to all involved in this stellar event!

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16/08/2024

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🎉 We’ve been voted Best Museum in the Best of Anne Arundel County 2024! Thank you to everyone who supported us by voting. 🏆

Congratulations to the honorable mentions: Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park, National Cryptologic Museum, and the Museum of Historic Annapolis (Historic Annapolis)!

Visit the Banneker-Douglass Museum Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM, and explore all the amazing spots in our county highlighted in the Capital Gazette’s Readers’ Choice Poll! Check out the full list here: https://www.capitalgazette.com/2024/01/25/best-of-anne-arundel-county-readers-choice-poll-2024/ #/gallery?group=475908.

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15/08/2024

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Arts in Education (AiE) grant applications will open on August 15 and will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 5, 2025. Grant funding is available up to $5000. All accredited Pre-K-12 Anne Arundel County public and private schools are eligible to apply.

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13/08/2024

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Date/Time Tuesday, Aug 13, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location Captain Avery Museum, 1418 E West Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD 20764 Join us for an Open House Meeting to discuss sea level rise and flood risk reduction on the Deale-Shady Side Peninsula!Residents are invited to engage with County and BayL...

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09/08/2024

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08/08/2024

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With a "State of Preparedness" order signed by Gov. Wes Moore ahead of Tropical Storm Debby, here are some resources if you own an historic structure. Stay safe out there!

Flood Mitigation Guide: Maryland's Historic Buildings: bit.ly/3T2J9y7
As the Floodwaters Recede-- A Checklist of Things to Do: bit.ly/3Afp7tt
Tips for Drying Out a Water-Damaged Building: bit.ly/3YzYfyD

For a full list of resources, including tips for handling insurance claims, landscape restoration, salvaging wet documents and photographs, and links to non-MHT resources visit bit.ly/4coWDuU

Image: WBAL

Coming up from Maryland Department of Planning!
30/07/2024

Coming up from Maryland Department of Planning!

Congratulations to the United States Lighthouse Society, one of our Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) grant recip...
24/07/2024

Congratulations to the United States Lighthouse Society, one of our Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) grant recipients! Funds will be used to support Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse's structural repairs and maintenance.

Learn more about the project grants funded by MHAA in the Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area for FY2025: https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/maryland-heritage-areas-authority-awards-grants-totaling-470777-to-annapolis-and-anne-arundel-county-heritage-organizations/

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16/07/2024

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Governor Moore Announces More Than $5 Million in Heritage Project Grant Awards (via Governor Wes Moore)
Governor Wes Moore announced 87 matching grant awards totaling $5.19 million for Maryland nonprofits, local jurisdictions, and heritage tourism organizations by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority. Grant funding will support heritage tourism projects and activities and expand economic development and tourism-related jobs across Maryland.
https://ow.ly/JpMV50SBvOT

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12/07/2024

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Today Governor Wes Moore announced 87 matching grant awards totaling $5.19 million for Maryland nonprofits, local jurisdictions, and heritage tourism organizations by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA). Grant funding will support heritage tourism projects and activities and expand economic development and tourism-related jobs across Maryland.

“Our history is our power,” said Gov. Moore. “By prioritizing heritage tourism, we aren’t just investing in local economies, we are also empowering Marylanders to find their own strength in our collective past. These projects will make Maryland more competitive, support a diverse array of new partnerships, and enrich the lives of both visitors and residents alike.”

Read the full press release and find the list of grantees at http://tiny.cc/MHAAFY25



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The Crownsville Public Workshop for the Master Plan was well-organized and well-attended; there will be numerous opportu...
12/07/2024

The Crownsville Public Workshop for the Master Plan was well-organized and well-attended; there will be numerous opportunities for feedback, so get involved!

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05/07/2024

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Read Secretary Kurtz's Message for July
'Maryland is Stronger with Planned Climate Resilience'

Maryland’s 3,190 miles of shoreline – including land abutting its rivers, bays, and the Atlantic coast – have always put us in the crosshairs of flooding from major storms and events. In Maryland, we are continually developing the tools of resilience, combined efforts to identify and protect our lands and communities from flooding and extreme weather. Read more: https://ow.ly/UUN750SvWXa

Looking for ways to celebrate Independence Day? Check out our calendar of events to see what's happening in Annapolis an...
03/07/2024

Looking for ways to celebrate Independence Day? Check out our calendar of events to see what's happening in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County!

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02/07/2024

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Save the date, July 20! Don’t miss the biggest night of the summer!

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02/07/2024

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Registration is now open for the second River Days Festival! 🎉Join us on Saturday, July 20th, for an amazing event at the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park, Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating, and Annapolis Sailing School. ⛵🛶🚤

Don't miss out—visit aacounty.org/riverdays to register today!

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02/07/2024

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We're excited to announce that the Charles Carroll House of Annapolis will be open for tours on the 4th of July! We can't wait to celebrate this wonderful day in history with you! 🇺🇸

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02/07/2024

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July 2, 2024, marks the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. Celebrate this historic milestone with a visit to and Anne Arundel County!

You can download your free guide on our website or pick up a printed copy at the downtown Annapolis Visitors Center to explore 60 sites across the county that contributed to our region’s fight for equality.

Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Banneker-Douglass Museum

https://www.visitannapolis.org/black-history-365/civil-rights-guide/

Final week! View this last exhibit of the season at /m before it’s gone!
01/07/2024

Final week! View this last exhibit of the season at /m before it’s gone!

Try a new scavenger hunt at the Naval Academy, it looks like fun!
25/06/2024

Try a new scavenger hunt at the Naval Academy, it looks like fun!

Looking for something fun and different to do this summer? Spend an afternoon on the Yard, watching history come to life through USNA tours and your own scavenger hunt.

CCHA Partners: take a look and self-nominate to become a Chesapeake Gateways site!
25/06/2024

CCHA Partners: take a look and self-nominate to become a Chesapeake Gateways site!

Does your organization own or manage a site, trail, connecting route, or water trail that helps visitors connect to the Chesapeake Bay watershed? Become a National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways site! As a Chesapeake Gateway Site your site, trail, connecting route, or water trails will be more vis...

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