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Discover the St Clement’s Island Museum where Maryland's founding story comes to life. Explore exhibits that highlight the rich history of the Piscataway People and early settlers. Stand on the historic island where the first English settlers landed in 1634, accessible by water taxi. Experience the beauty of the Potomac River and immerse yourself in the culture that shaped the Chesapeake Bay. Don’t miss the chance to learn and explore this unique site in St. Mary’s County.

This lesson is based on The Octagon in Washington, D.C., a National Historic Landmark. It is among the thousands of properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

A key feature of the design of the Capitol city, the President has lived in a home at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue since 1800. Although it didn’t bear the name we know it by today – the White House – until around 1811, President John Adams and wife Abigail were the home’s first residents, and it has been the official residence of the President ever since.

Home to one of Maryland’s four signers of the Declaration of Independence, the William Paca House and Garden is a National Historic Landmark. Perfect for history buffs, garden enthusiasts, and families, this historic house museum is open to the public and offers guided tours and educational programs.

Annapolis City Dock is a bustling hub in the historic heart of Annapolis, MD. City Dock has served as an important port within Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay region for at least 350 years. Today, City Dock continues to connect its residents with the waters of the Chesapeake Bay and businesses of the region.

In recognition of National Historic Preservation Month, we invite you to attend this free guided hike and explore the sites and stories of buildings that have long since vanished from the landscape.

Susie King Taylor was the first black teacher to instruct African American students in Georgia. Learn more about her life and courageous journey from slavery to freedom.

Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in slaveholding lands. In 1980, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Texas and has since been adopted by 45 states and the District of Columbia.

The Melrose estate, a part of Natchez National Historical Park, is one of the best-preserved estates in the Deep South form the mid-1800s. Melrose helps tell the American stories of an economy based on growing cotton and the world of chattel slavery/

Featuring some of the best rangers, historians, and authors from across the country, the nine-week Winter Lecture Series returns to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center for 2024!