Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work on a real archaeological site? This full-day, hands-on excavation experience allows participants to dig and screen alongside professional archaeologists at the St. Mary’s Fort site at Historic St. Mary’s City. You’ll …
Mother Goose Wednesday, June 24 | 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Join Mother Goose and her best pal Gigi for an interactive adventure where favorite rhymes come to life. Designed for young learners, this PreK program blends movement, rhyme, and …
Dairying Workshop: Season’s Eatings (Spring) Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Kick off the Season’s Eatings workshop series with a hands-on exploration of dairying in the 17th century at Historic St. Mary’s City. This spring workshop focuses …
Sew Far, Sew Good! Thursday, June 25 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Learn the importance of sewing skills in early Maryland while practicing three basic stitches still used today. Participants will explore sewing traditions in colonial and Native cultures …
Spring Saturdays at Historic St. Mary’s City: Every Saturday in March, April, May, and June Spend your Saturday exploring the stories uncovered across Maryland’s first capital. Spring Saturdays offer guided tours throughout the afternoon, highlighting archaeology, landscapes, and the iconic structures …
Homeschool Day: A Day in the Life March 27, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learning comes to life during Homeschool Day at Historic St. Mary’s City! Families are invited to spend the day exploring all four exhibit areas …
Breakfast with the Animals Tuesday, June 23 | 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Share a morning at the tobacco plantation with plantation staff. Help feed the animals, learn about their care, and enjoy a guided tour that offers a behind-the-scenes …
Plant Swap at Historic St. Mary’s City Saturday, April 25 | 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Calling all plant lovers! Join us for a community plant swap at Historic St. Mary’s City. Bring cuttings, houseplants, transplants, seeds, pots, tools, or …
Lecture: Richard Bell April 16, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. Visitor Center Auditorium The American Revolution and the Fate of the World: An electrifying global history of a not-so local war. When we think of the American Revolution, we often …
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Focusing on all things Maryland, MarylandFest will have children’s activities and crafts, live music, beer, food, and wine vendors, a sports zone, and craft vendors. This isn’t simply an event. This is Maryland. Learn more