Historical archaeologist Henry Miller says that the reconstructed 1667 Brick Chapel in Historic St. Mary’s City, Maryland “is a small building in a small part of the world.” But in a talk on April 12, 2025, he added “that building …
The Middle Atlantic Archaeological Conference (MAAC) hosted a special reception on March 22 to recognize individuals for their exceptional service, dedication, and contributions to archaeology in the Middle Atlantic region. Among those honored was Silas Hurry, emeritus curator of collections at Historic St. Mary’s …
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What’s the difference between two days? A lot, perhaps as explained by Henry Miller during his presentation “The Founding of Maryland 1632-1634” held March 10 at the St. Mary’s County Library’s Leonardtown branch. It is widely regarded that Maryland was …
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December 11, 2024—Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) has announced the appointment of Lisa Fischer as the museum’s first Deputy Director of Research and Collections. This newly established position will collaborate with the Director to oversee ongoing research initiatives, plan and …
WHEN ARCHAEOLOGIST TRAVIS PARNO got a job at Historic St. Mary’s City in 2016, he was intrigued by a major unsolved mystery: Somewhere nearby, buried underground, was an important 17th-century fortification that historians had been trying to locate for almost a …
Article – Washingtonian: How a 400-Year-Old Fort Was Found—and What It’s Revealing Read more »
“I’m excited to share the love of sailing and the history of sailing with others in the area. I, myself, was a product of Will sharing his love with other people, and I hope to be able to continue that …
Article – Maryland Dove assumes a new captain after 34 years Read more »
Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Awards Nearly $40,000 in Seed Grants to the Region
On July 13, 2024, Historic St. Mary’s City hosted a significant event with the MARYLAND DOVE Change of Command Ceremony. The ceremony marked the transition of command from Captain Will Gates to Captain Angela Laaro and celebrated Captain Gates’ retirement. …
Record-Breaking Turnout At Historic St. Mary’s City BeerFest 2024
