MD Two Fifty Maryland's Story is America's Story

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.

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Button Farm Living History Farm

The historic Button Farm, home to the Menare Foundation, is Maryland’s only living history center depicting 19th-century plantation life. Situated on 40 acres, inside Seneca Creek State Park in Germantown, Maryland, Button Farm provides a safe and affirming space for people to gather, commune and explore. Through our unique interactive experiences, we seek to reveal our nation’s social justice legacy, using the story of slavery and the Underground Railroad as a spark for human potential.

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The only engagement to take place in Maryland during the American Revolution occurred on St. George Island in St. Mary’s County, a Southern Maryland island near the Potomac’s confluence with the Chesapeake Bay. St. Mary’s County militia engaged Lord Dunmore’s fleet as they attempted to make landfall on the island.

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Mount Rainier Nature Center

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The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore engages people in the wonders of the living world through personal encounters with animals, fostering empathy and lifelong support for conservation of wildlife and wild places.

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Baltimore native Rose Kushner became a fierce advocate for breast cancer treatments and helped end radical mastectomy as the sole choice of treatment.

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Academy Art Museum

The Academy Art Museum is a regional cultural hub for art, music, and educational programming.

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Baltimore County native Benjamin Banneker became one of the first African Americans to gain prominence in science.

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Service

Make an Impact Through Service

Service to your country is service to everyone who calls America home.

Service Opportunities

Civics

Make an impact in your community and beyond by fully participating in civic life.

Civic Participation

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On this day in Maryland History

January 2, 1973

On this day in Maryland history, the State Lottery Agency opened. It was renamed in October 2012 to the State Lottery & Gaming Control Agency, which it remains to this day.

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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.

Read Governor Moore's Executive Order

MD Two Fifty Maryland's Story is America's Story

America’s history through the eyes & experiences of Marylanders.

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On this day in Maryland History

January 2, 1973

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