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SUMMARY:Revolutionary War Historic Marker Dedication
DESCRIPTION:An interpretive marker commemorating the march of Anthony Wayne and a thousand Pennsylvania troops through Frederick County in 1781 will be dedicated at a December 6\, 2025 ceremony in Riverside Park on the Monocacy River. The ceremony is sponsored by the Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution\, and is being organized in partnership with the Frederick County U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission. \nWayne and his troops left York Pennsylvania on May 26\, 1781\, and passed though Frederick County on their way to reinforce the troops under Lafayette’s command in Virginia who were attempting to hold back a much larger British invasion force under Cornwallis. When Wayne combined forces with Lafayette\, this changed the course of the war in Virginia; Cornwallis turned back toward the seaboard\, resulting in the American-French victory at Yorktown. \nThe interpretive marker to be dedicated\, entitled “Revolutionary War Encampment\,” has been made possible by a grant from the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area\, a certified heritage area of the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/revolutionary-war-historic-marker-dedication/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 1801 Monocacy Boulevard\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Museums by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Once a year\, Frederick County’s numerous historic sites and museums provide visitors with a living reminder of this area’s remarkable past. During Museums by Candlelight\, special programming and hands-on fun will delight visitors of all ages\, and special children’s activities are featured at most locations. \nThis is a FREE self-guided event. Visit many locations\, or just a few\, in any order. Enjoy period demonstrations\, living history vignettes\, hands-on crafts\, refreshments\, tours\, music\, holiday decorations and historic settings by candlelight as night falls.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/museums-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:Throughout Frederick County\, Frederick County\, Frederick\, Maryland\, 21701
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Carroll 250 Speaker Series: After the Fashion of His Country – Asia and Asians in the 18th Century Mid-Atlantic
DESCRIPTION:This fascinating talk with be presented by Daniel Sieh. Asia was known for centuries in Europe\, and the British were keen to profit off the exotic goods through commerce. This trade was far from a one-sided exchange; it was a dialogue between two very distinct cultures. Goods\, ideas and people flowed through trade routes established by the British East India Company and reached as far as the 13 colonies (soon\, the nascent United States). These goods\, and yes\, even people\, arrived as distant foreigners in a strange land\, but left an indelible mark that has only recently been uncovered. Register at the link below.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/carroll-250-speaker-series-after-the-fashion-of-his-country-asia-and-asians-in-the-18th-century-mid-atlantic/
LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library – Mt. Airy Branch\, 705 Ridge Ave\, Mt Airy\, Maryland\, 21771
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Plumb Grove by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Plumb Grove Mansion was once surrounded by Civil War encampments\, but is again now a peaceful house fully decorated in 19th century style for the holidays. Visitors will discover the house looking as it did in the 1860’s. Fireplaces will keep guests warm as they view the thirteen rooms\, slave quarters\, washhouse\, and barn. Live music and refreshments. The house is also open the following day\, Dec. 14th from 1-4pm.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/plumb-grove-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:Plumb Grove Mansion\, 12654 Broadfording Road\, Clear Spring\, MD\, 21722
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Civil War Style Church Service
DESCRIPTION:Attend a Civil War-style\, nondenominational Christian church service at Historic Rocky Springs Chapel\, 7817 Rocky Springs Road\, Frederick\, Maryland\, on Sunday\, December 14\, 2025\, at 1:00 P.M. HRSC Trustee and Preacher Kirk Callison will preach the sermon wearing Civil War period attire. A short living history program will follow the church service. HRSC is dedicated to using living history programs to accurately educate the public on Christian practices and the impact of faith on American society during the Civil War. \nThe event is free and open to the public. The wearing of Civil War period attire is encouraged but not required. \nQuestions about the event should be directed to HRSC Trustee and Preacher Kirk Callison or HRSC Trustee Maria Callison at (301) 874-4737 (Home); (240) 409-8361 (cell); or kmcallison@verizon.net
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/civil-war-style-church-service-7/
LOCATION:Rocky Springs Chapel\, 7817 Rocky Springs Road\, Frederick\, MD\, 21702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Christmas and the Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Museum of Civil War Medicine on Sunday\, December 14 at 3:00 PM as volunteer Brad Stone\, portraying a Civil War Santa\, discusses the history behind the celebration of Christmas during the Civil War. The Civil War shaped the way we celebrate the holiday season in the United States in surprising ways. One of the most surprising is the depiction of Santa Claus\, as Civil War era illustrator Thomas Nast toyed with images of the jolly elf during the conflict that evolved into the Santa we know today in the United States.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/christmas-and-the-civil-war/
LOCATION:National Museum of Civil War Medicine\, 48 E. Patrick St.\, Frederick\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: 40 Years of the Artist Studio Tour and the History of Art Entrepreneurship in Carroll County Presented by Linda Van Hart
DESCRIPTION:The Carroll County Artists’ Studio Tour celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024. The tour was the brainchild of metalsmith Linda Van Hart\, a founding member of the Carroll County Arts Council and renowned art educator. Linda will talk about her work and the work of other artists who comprise the vibrant art scene in Carroll County. As always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/box-lunch-talk-40-years-of-the-artist-studio-tour-and-the-history-of-art-entrepreneurship-in-carroll-county-presented-by-linda-van-hart/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Frederick County Civil War Roundtable Meeting and Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Stephen Romaine will present “The 1864 American Insurrection That Wasn’t” in an online-only presentation. The failure of Confederate clandestine operations in the latter part of the American Civil War to prevent Lincoln’s reelection are generally attributed to ineptness\, poor planning\, and a last-minute loss of nerve by the collaborators. There is some truth to this\, yet it is undeniable that the Lincoln Administration received an early leg-up on Rebel plans that proved consequential. The essay presents how a highly effective counter-insurgency effort was put in place that prevented the opening of a northern front that could very well have derailed Lincoln’s reelection. \nPlease note: This is an online only event and may be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/@nmcwm at the time noted.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/frederick-county-civil-war-roundtable-meeting-and-presentation-3/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship
DESCRIPTION:The beloved Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship returns this holiday season in Downtown Frederick. This special open house celebrates Frederick’s stunning architecture\, local history\, and the holiday season on Friday\, December 26\, 2025 from 3PM-8PM. This is Frederick’s most popular church tour and is a great opportunity to step inside some of its most beautiful buildings. \nAs the sun begins to set\, visitors can tour many of Frederick’s famous clustered spires and other historic houses of worship by candlelight. Guests will be welcomed with special programs\, angelic choirs\, and nativity scenes. \nStop by the Information Center at 19 E Church Street to pick up a printed map of participating sites and other information about Frederick including dining\, shopping\, and lodging guides.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/candlelight-tour-of-historic-houses-of-worship/
LOCATION:Multiple Sites\, Downtown Frederick\, Frederick\, Maryland\, 21701
CATEGORIES:Ongoing,Tours
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