Honor the life and legacy of Jonathan Hager—the founder of Hagerstown, Maryland—with a weeklong series of events marking the 250th anniversary of his passing.
Join the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area for our annual Year-in-Review featuring a program with special remarks by Al Spoler, co-host of the long-running radio program "Cellar Notes" and Contributing Editor to MPT’s "Maryland Farm and Harvest."
This fascinating talk will focus on Francis Scott Key and will include his family and early years, the War of 1812 and the Dr. Beanes rescue mission, the Star-Spangled Banner, religion, politics (and major cases), and his views on slavery.
Join Carol Miller-Schultz for a hands-on session designed to help you begin your family tree.
Hear former Hager House tour guide, Kay Osmer, explain all the mysteries, unknowns, and debated facts regarding town founder Jonathan Hager.
Tour the historic graveyard of Zion Reformed Church after dark with experienced ghost tour guides from the Hager House!
Enjoy an authentic puppet show and live German band in Downtown Hagerstown!
Join Suzanne Trussell from the Allegany County Historical Society in Cumberland, MD, shares about her experience working with archaeology and anthropology projects in Western Maryland.
Within Maryland’s 2.5 million acres of forest there are 12 national champion trees. Join Dr. Robert Lemieux, Associate Professor of Communication and Cinema at McDaniel College, as he shares his work on these inspiring grand champions.
Attend a Civil War-style, nondenominational Christian church service at Historic Rocky Springs Chapel to learn about the impact of faith on American society during the Civil War.
