Set against the playful backdrop of a 1950s sitcom, this lively take on Shakespeare’s classic comedy brings a fresh twist to a timeless tale. The Taming of the Shrew is a fast-paced “battle of the sexes” packed with wit, mistaken …
Join Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) for this annual event, filled with ongoing demonstrations highlighting traditional methods in hide tanning, pottery, and cooking. Among the day’s highlights, attendees can look forward to a 1 p.m. performance by Mark Tayac and …
Visitors ages 60 and older enjoy FREE admission on the first Thursday of each month. Enter through the Visitor Center for tickets and orientation materials.
Summer Senior Thursdays July 2 & August 6 Visitors ages 60 and older enjoy FREE admission on the first Thursday of each month. Enter through the Visitor Center for tickets and orientation materials. Enjoy a relaxed day at Historic St. …
Family Archery Workshop June 28, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Historic St. Mary’s City Ages 10 and older Looking for things to do with the whole family? HSMC is offering an archery workshop designed for families that are …
Lost City October 24, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Family-friendly | G-rated | Costumes encouraged Entrance closes at 7:30 p.m. When the sun goes down, Historic St. Mary’s City’s Town Center transforms into the Lost City—a family-friendly evening …
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Little Explorers will meet at the HSMC Visitor Center, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, Md Spring is in full bloom at HSMC! Be prepared to put your hands to the dirt as Little Explorers …
Lil Pirates I Thursday, June 11 | 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Ahoy, mates! Become a pirate for the day as young adventurers search for a pirate ship and hunt for hidden treasure. This playful program is designed especially for …
Does your home kitchen have a buttery? It would in 17th-century Maryland! Join us at the Godiah Spray main house for an interactive comparison of colonial and modern cooking spaces, utensils, and practices. Included with admission.
All activities are included with admission: Discover the past and get hands-on with archaeology as HSMC offers behind-the-scenes tours and opportunities to screen for artifacts alongside the 2026 Field School of Historical Archaeology. Event Highlights 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. …