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Please contact the Historical Society at (410) 848-6494 for information about the many events offered during the year.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 Bus trip - Historic Elk Landing and Havre de Grace On Wednesday, June 3, enjoy springtime in Maryland as we travel to beautiful Harford County. Our first stop is Historic Elk Landing. British troops passed through the area in August 1777 on their way to capture the American capitol in Philadelphia. In the early 19th century, it was a port for boats loaded with supplies heading for Baltimore and returning with coal, molasses, coffee, and whiskey. Here we will visit two house museums. Next, we’ll head to Havre de Grace for lunch at the Tidewater Grill and the spectacular view of the Susquehanna River as it becomes the Chesapeake Bay. The lunch buffet will include appetizers, pork loin, tilapia francaise, primavera pasta, salad, mashed potatoes, ratatouille and dessert. In the afternoon, choose one – or all – of three distinct museums. The Havre de Grace Maritime Museum tells the story of the rich maritime heritage and history of the Susquehanna River and Chesapeake Bay. The Havre de Grace Decoy Museum houses one of the finest collections of working and decorative Chesapeake Bay decoys, including decoys and decorative carvings dating from 1930 to 1990, as well as boats, guns, textiles, books, documents and photographs. Concord Point Lighthouse, constructed in 1827, is the oldest continuously operated lighthouse in the State of Maryland. Everyone is free to spend as much or as little time in the museums that interest them. Each person is responsible for paying their own admission to these museums. The bus leaves from the parking lot on Ralph St. behind the Church of the Ascension at 8:30 and arrives back in Westminster at 5:30. Cost for the trip [includes transportation, admission to Elk Landing and lunch] is $65 for HSCC members and $75 for non-members. Reservations are required by May 22. No refunds can be given for cancellations received after the reservation deadline. Call HSCC at 410-848-6494 to reserve your seats. |
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TUESDAY, JUNE 9 Fun with the 4-H Fair Beginning in 1869, an annual county agricultural fair was held on the fairgrounds in Westminster. Today, the Carroll County 4-H and FFA Fair continues to highlight the role of farming in the County. Bob Shirley, who has been involved in the fair for over 35 years, will present the history of the fair and highlight some of the amusing events that have occurred over the years. Noon to 1:00. Admission is $1.00 for HSCC members; $4.00 for non-members. At Carroll Post, American Legion, corner of Green and Sycamore Streets in Westminster. Bring a lunch, dessert and beverages provided. Or buy lunch at the Legion. Lunches must be ordered by 11:30; call the Legion at (410) 857-7953 for selections and to place an order.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Antiques Appraisal Day Whether you have a pieced quilt that belonged to your great grandmother, an old wooden trunk in the basement, a treasured dinner service, an old toy you played with as a child, or a rocking chair that belonged to your great aunt, come to the Antiques Appraisal Day and discover the value of your family heirlooms. The Antiques Appraisal Day event features a panel of accredited appraisers and national experts in the areas of American furniture, folk art and primitives, glassware and porcelain, silver, pewter, jewelry and clocks who will examine your item and give you a verbal estimate of its worth. Cost is $20 for the first item and $5 each for up to two additional items. Watch for the list of appraisers and their specialties. |
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8Farm Life in Carroll CountyFarming - and related industries such as milling and canning - have been the backbone of Carroll County’s economy since the first settlers moved into the region. Lyndi McNulty, author of the new book Images of America: Farming in Carroll County, presents the story of the county’s farm families in the 19th and 20th centuries. Noon to 1:00. Admission is $1.00 for HSCC members; $4.00 for non-members. At Carroll Post, American Legion, corner of Green and Sycamore Streets in Westminster. Bring a lunch, dessert and beverages provided. Or buy lunch at the Legion. Lunches must be ordered by 11:30; call the Legion at (410) 857-7953 for selections and to place an order.
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Last updated: May 28, 2009 |
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