Check our calendar listing regularly to stay up-to-date on all our activities, educational program, exhibit openings, tours, and special events. You also can have our monthly Historical Society Happenings calendar delivered straight to your inbox by requesting it at ddoxzen@hsfcinfo.org.
Walking Tours of Downtown Historic Frederick
Saturday at 11:00 a.m. & Sundays at 1:30 p.m. (May-October)
Frederick Visitor Center (19 East Church Street)
For general information, contact the Visitor Center at 301-600-2888. For group walking tour tickets, contact eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org or call 301-663-1188. Walking tour tickets: $7-adult, $6-senior, and $5-children 6-12. Museum admission included with ticket purchase.
Exhibition: In & Out of Frederick County: 300 Years of Travel and Tourism
Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. & Sunday, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
Travel diaries, maps, postcards, photographs, and clothing worn for travel are some of the artifacts and objects that will accompany the words of people who visited the county and those countians who ventured abroad. The exhibition runs from July 1 through summer 2010. Regular museum admission.
Exhibition: "Chief Justice Roger B. Taney and the Dred Scott Case"
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. & Sundays, 1:00-4:00 p.m. (April 10, 2010-Dec. 11, 2010)
Roger B. Taney House
The exhibit tells the story of Dred Scott, a slave who for five years lived and served his master in a free state and territory. Scott later sued for his freedom. After failure to make his case in Missouri state courts, the case was placed before a U.S. Supreme Court led by Chief Justice Taney in 1857. The subsequent decision became a landmark in our nation's history and fanned the flames leading to the Civil War. Regular museum admission.
hiSTORY Hour: Drummer Hoff
Tuesday, August 3, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Learning Lunch: Wedding Dresses
Thursday, August 5, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Frederick County Archives & Research Center
Bring a lunch and take part in this series of informal sessions led by the Research Center's professional staff. This session will explore caring for and storing wedding dresses and other special garments. Examples from the collection and recommendations for care and handling will be provided. For more information, contact the Research Center at 301-663-1188 or bkamsler@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Frederick County and the War of 1812
Saturday, August 14, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Roger B. Taney House
Explore the role that Frederick County played in the nation's second fight for independence and its impact on the Taney family. Free with regular museum admission.
hiSTORY Hour: Dadblamed Union Army Cow
Tuesday, August 17, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Old Time Ice Cream Social
Thursday, August 19, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Historical Society Heritage Garden
Join us for the Historical Society's annual "thank you" to the community with FREE Dusty Road Sundaes, root beer floats, and other sweets treats. Crafts and activities for kids also will be provided. Free and open to the public.
Learning Lunch: Quilts
Thursday, September 2, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Frederick County Archives & Research Center
Bring a lunch and take part in this series of informal sessions led by the Research Center's professional staff. Quilt expert Mary Jane Perini will be our guest to explore the history of quilting in American life. Examples and recommendations for care and handling will be provided. For more information, contact the Research Center at 301-663-1188 or bkamsler@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Labor Day Observed
Monday, September 6
All facilities are closed.
hiSTORY Hour: Pancakes! Pancakes!
Tuesday, September 7, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Research Center Open House
Friday, September 10, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Frederick County Archives & Research Center
All are invited to visit the Research Center and see all it has to offer. Tours of the facility and archives will be featured and researchers can enjoy our resources all day for free. For more information, contact the Research Center at 301-663-1188 or bkamsler@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Family Workshop Series: Kids Create-a-Quilt
Saturday, September 11, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Museum of Frederick County History
Kids ages six to ten are invited to come learn some basic quilting and sewing skills and make a small quilt for their favorite doll. Registration is required at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. $10 per child covers the cost of materials.
Lecture: "Living in the Middle:" Maryland and the Six Iroquois Nations
Tuesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m.
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Gettysburg College History Department chairperson and author Timothy Shannon will provide an illustrated program discussing the state's relationship with the powerful Iroquois Confederacy during the French and Indian War. Free and open to the public.
History Symposium: Slavery in Maryland
Friday, September 17, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Evangelical Lutheran Church Schaeffer Center
Scholars will examine various aspects of the history of slavery in Maryland. Sessions include “Slavery in the South”: by Dr. Jennifer Loux, “Myths, Mysteries, and True Stories of the Underground Railroad” by Dr. Kate Clifford Larson, and “Fighting for Freedom: Mid-Maryland’s African American Civil War Soldiers” by Dr. Dean Herrin. A complimentary tour of Roger Brooke Taney House is included. Click here for a registration form with program and speaker details. Advance registration is required. $75 for HSFC members, $85 for non-members.
hiSTORY Hour: John Henry
Tuesday, September 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Band Box Workshop
Saturday, September 25, 12:00 noon.-3:00 p.m.
Roger B. Taney House
Participant will be introduced to the history of these beautiful boxes, used to store any number of clothing and things during the 19th century, while examining historic pieces from the museum collection. An introductory lesson will provide you the opportunity to create your own paper-covered wooden band box. Registration is required at jwinter@hsfcinfo.org. $25 fee covers the cost of materials for your first band box.
hiSTORY Hour: The Story of Ruby Bridges
Tuesday, October 5, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Learning Lunch: The Wonderful World of Paper
Thursday, October 7, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Frederick County Archives & Research Center
Bring a lunch and take part in this series of informal sessions led by the Research Center's professional staff. Local paper conservator Nancy Purinton will discuss the issues that arise from works on paper such as official documents, family papers, rare books, and other items. Examples from the collection and recommendations for care and handling will be provided. For more information, contact the Research Center at 301-663-1188 or bkamsler@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Murder & Mayhem Walking Tours Historic Frederick
Fridays & Saturdays, October 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 &30, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Begins at the Museum of Frederick County History
The one-hour walking tours wend their way throughout the downtown Historic District. Free of tall tales and low on the gruesome, the tour offers fascinating but true stories, including some of the most scandalous, nefarious, and unbelievable moments in the city’s past. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children 6-12.
Lecture: Historic Navigation on the Monocacy and Upper Potomac Rivers
Tuesday, October 12, 7:00 p.m.
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Dan Guzy will provide a fascinating glimpse of trade and transportation in the early 19th century on these two important Maryland waterways. Free and open to the public.
hiSTORY Hour: Abraham Lincoln: the Boy Who Loved Books
Tuesday, October 19, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Pubs & the Past Pub Crawl
Wednesday, October 20, 7:00-10:00 p.m.
Downtown Frederick
Cheers to Frederick history! Join us as we snake our way throughout the Historic District and stop at participating pubs and restaurants for drinks and snacks—and a lot of fascinating history. Our event partner, Frederick’s own Flying Dog Brewery, will have representatives on hand to discuss various brews, and guides will lead groups to pubs and present histories of buildings and other landmarks. This promises to be a fun, refreshing way to learn more about Frederick’s historic downtown area. Tickets go on sale in September, and more information including participating restaurants and pubs will soon be available. $25 per person.
Goods from the Hearth
Saturday, October 23, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Roger B. Taney House
The sights and aromas of the harvest will be featured as visitors explore the 19th century methods of food preparation and preservation. Neal Brower will demonstrate open-hearth cooking and light "modern day" refreshments will be served. Registration is required at jwinter@hsfcinfo.org. Free with regular museum admission.
hiSTORY Hour: The Two Brothers
Tuesday, November 2, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Learning Lunch: Cased Images, Lantern Slides & Glass Negatives
Thursday, November 4, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Frederick County Archives & Research Center
Bring a lunch and take part in this series of informal sessions led by the Research Center's professional staff. This session will explore the history and evolution of this medium. Examples from the collection and recommendations for care and handling will be provided. For more information, contact the Research Center at 301-663-1188 or bkamsler@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Bus Trip: Colonial Williamsburg
Friday, November 12-Saturday, November 13
Join us on an overnight trip to Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia. We will visit the historic site, have a sumptuous dinner at the King’s Arms Tavern, enjoy nearby shopping, and take an optional side trip to the Yankee Candle outlet store. Double and single occupancy accommodations are available. Click here for a registration form with trip details and costs. For more information, call 301-663-1188 x108 or email ddoxzen@hsfcinfo.org.
The Artistry of Historic Paper Hangings
Saturday, November 13, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Roger B. Taney House
Discover how beautiful and sometimes unusual 18th and 19th century paper hangings were created, the materials used, and the evolution of styles. Then, explore ways to care for your own piece at home and how best to choose the reproduction wallpaper that fits your historic home's identity. Space is limited and registration is required at jwinter@hsfcinfo.org.
hiSTORY Hour: When the Shadbush Blooms
Tuesday, November 16, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Family Workshop Series: Kids Genealogy Workshop
Saturday, November 20, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Museum of Frederick County History
Kids ages six to ten are invited to come learn about and decorate their family tree with Mary Jean Sokolowsky. Through crafts, games, and other activities, parents will be able to share fond family memories with their kids. Registration is required at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. $10 per child covers the cost of materials.
Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 25
All facilities are closed.
hiSTORY Hour: The Copper Tin Cup
Tuesday, December 7, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Museums by Candlelight: Holiday Memories
Saturday, December 11, 2:00-7:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History & Taney House
At the MFCH, visitors will hear how Christmas was celebrated by some of our local residents, visitors, and prisoners from the 1780s to the 1900s. The beautifully staged museum galleries and the retelling of these stories will transport you back in time. Kids will enjoy completing a craft and light refreshments will be offered. At the Taney House, visitors will discover an 1820s Christmas with hearth-cooking demonstrations and live music by Taskers' Chance. Holiday crafts and warm cocoa also will be available. Free and open to the public.
hiSTORY Hour: A Picture Book of George Washington
Tuesday, December 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History
A beautifully illustrated, historically-themed book will be read followed by a game and craft. This program is offered to children age three to five. Registration is recommended at eseagraves@hsfcinfo.org. Free and open to the public.
Christmas Holiday & Annual Maintenance Closing
Friday, December 24-Tuesday, January 18
All facilities are closed.
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Camp David, the Presidential Retreat, is located in the Catoctin Mountains of Frederick County, near Thurmont. Camp David became the official Presidential Retreat in 1942, when President Franklin Roosevelt approved the site which he named Shangri-La. Among the important historical events that have occurred here were the 1979 meetings that resulted in the Camp David Accords. 
