America’s history through the eyes & experiences of Marylanders.
In anticipation of America’s 250th anniversary, we’re opening the pages of some of our most iconic accomplishments, from the oyster farms of the Chesapeake Bay to the mountain peaks out west. Beyond the legends we all know well, we’ll explore stories of everyday Marylanders who served our country and helped democracy prosper through civic engagement. We’re honored to commemorate our deep and meaningful contribution to America’s past, present, and future by retracing Maryland’s illustrious history.
The African Art Museum of Maryland (AAMM), founded in 1980 as the first Museum in the planned community of Columbia, MD, is unique. It is one of only three museums of its kind in the USA devoted exclusively to the art of Africa. Of those three, it is the only one founded by an African American.
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Mabel Houze Hubbard was the first African American female attorney appointed to any bench in the state of Maryland.
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Rachel Carson wrote her seminal work Silent Spring in her home in Silver Spring.
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Born 1802 into enslavement in Dorchester County, Samuel Green was a conductor of the Underground Railroad and co-founded Centenary Bible School, currently Morgan State University.
As one of the most influential places of Harriet Tubmans young life, The Bucktown Store- site of Tubman's fateful head injury, still stands as a rare survivor from her era. Just Minutes from The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitors Center where visitors can see a modern day interpretation of her life, we help complete the story by providing a true viewpoint from Harriet Tubmans eyes. Visitors to the store can see what she saw and touch what she touched! Our certified guides provide an amazing picture of Harriet Tubmans early life in Bucktown.
On this day in Maryland history, Phil Ochs performed at the Lyric Theatre in Baltimore.
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Under Governor Moore’s authorization, the Maryland 250 Commission developed this commemoration in observance of our collective contributions to America’s 250 years.
