Maryland Day returns this weekend
State House, Charles Carroll House among sites
The Maryland Day celebration returns to Anne Arundel County this weekend with a range of free or discounted events that tell the history of the state.
For the 17th year, the county will host events at museums, historic landmarks and other locations from Friday to Sunday. The celebration hosted by Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area, formerly known as Four Rivers Heritage Area, comprises more than 40 locations throughout Annapolis and the county. Admissions for most locations are free or $1.
Monday marks the 390th anniversary since settlers landed on Maryland soil in 1634. Two ships, Ark and Dove, came ashore at St. Clements Island, in what is now St. Mary’s County. Marylanders first observed Maryland Day in 1903. The
General Assembly made the day a state holiday in 1916.
Visitors to Annapolis can stop by several historic sites including the Maryland State House, Charles Carroll House and William Paca Garden, among others.
The Pride of Baltimore II, a replica of the clipper ship that sailed from Baltimore during the War of 1812, will be docked at Annapolis City Dock through Sunday, offering free deck tours.
Elsewhere in Anne Arundel County from Deale to
Glen Burnie, museums, historic homes and heritage sites will be open to visitors for tours, arts and crafts activities and other family friendly events throughout the weekend.
For a full list of events, visit marylandday.org.