Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Location: Museum of Historic Annapolis, 99 Main Street
Time: 11:00 am (EST) - 3:00 pm (EST)
Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis!
Drop in on Saturday, February 8 for special family activities to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the African Americans who have helped shape the nation.
- Between 12 pm and 2 pm, meet a living historian portraying Lucy Smith, a free Black woman who sold baked goods at the marketplace near City Dock in the early 1800’s.
- Make a special craft, then enjoy a scavenger hunt through the museum and learn about local Black history.
- Take a break in the Anne Arundel County Library Book Nook and learn more about African American history with a curated selection of children’s books.
- Check out the Community Gallery special exhibit: The Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Annapolis Activism
- Guided Tours of the Museum offered at 11:30 am and 2:00 pm
Cost: $7 General Admission (8+) ; FREE for Children 7 and under, HA Members, and SNAP/WIC through the Museums for All program
Accessibility Considerations: An accessible entrance is available, located to the right of the building’s main entrance. All levels of the Museum, including the restrooms, are accessible via the elevator.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to cancel or alter any programs. Unless otherwise stated, all tickets are non-refundable.
Photography Policy: Historic Annapolis reserves the right to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at Historic Annapolis-sponsored events for publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please opt out by notifying Historic Annapolis staff.