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SUMMARY:Carroll 250 Event: Voices of the Maryland 400: Maryland’s Revolutionary War Soldiers at the Battle of Brooklyn in 1776 Presented by Owen Lourie
DESCRIPTION:In August 1776\, less than two months after the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, the Continental Army suffered a terrible defeat at the Battle of Brooklyn\, the first major battle of the Revolutionary War. The battle nearly saw the complete destruction of the American army\, but a desperate stand by a contingent of Maryland soldiers helped to stave off the British and allow the Americans to fight another day. \nJoin Owen Lourie\, author of the newly published book\, Finding the Maryland 400\, which tells the story of these soldiers’ lives. Learn more about these soldiers\, now called the Maryland 400\, and hear first-hand accounts of their actions at the battle. This talk will also discuss the lives of several soldiers from the unit\, exploring them and their families during and after the Revolutionary War. Copies of the book will be available for sale for $40.00. \nThis talk is sponsored by the Westminster Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Thank you! \nThis is a FREE event no registration is required. If you have any questions\, please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director\, at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/carroll-250-event-voices-of-the-maryland-400-marylands-revolutionary-war-soldiers-at-the-battle-of-brooklyn-in-1776-presented-by-owen-lourie/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 E. Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
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SUMMARY:Museums by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Museums by Candlelight is a free\, self-guided holiday event held each December at more than 20 historic sites and museums across Frederick County\, Maryland. Hosted by the Frederick Historic Sites Consortium\, this local tradition has welcomed visitors for more than 30 years. Programs begin at noon\, and several sites stay open into the evening. \nParticipating sites stretch from Downtown Frederick to Thurmont\, Emmitsburg\, Walkersville\, Brunswick\, Burkittsville\, Middletown\, and Urbana. Explore Frederick County’s historic sites and museums dressed for the season. Expect period demonstrations\, living history\, hands-on crafts\, guided tours\, holiday music\, and refreshments. Most locations also offer special activities for children. \nVisit as many sites as you like\, in any order. Spend the day with Civil War history at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and Monocacy National Battlefield. Or head north to the historic ironmaking village at Catoctin Furnace. As night falls\, the historic settings glow by candlelight.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/museums-by-candlelight-2/
LOCATION:Throughout Frederick County\, Frederick County\, Frederick\, Maryland\, 21701
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Christmas by Candlelight at Tolson's Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Community celebration at the historic Tolson’s Chapel\, offering a cozy\, nostalgic evening of traditional carols\, holiday reflections\, and a candlelit service in a preserved 1866 setting.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/christmas-by-candlelight-at-tolsons-chapel/
LOCATION:Tolson’s Chapel\, 111 E. High St.\, Sharpsburg\, MD\, 21782
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:New Windsor Heritage Liberty & Legacy Ball
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time for an elegant evening of history\, music\, dancing\, and holiday celebration honoring 250 years of the American story — with a special winter festive atmosphere filled with seasonal décor and celebration. \nHistoric dancing with live instruction\, beer & wine available for purchase\, light hors d’oeuvres\, and a professional photographer on site to capture the evening. Guests are encouraged to dress from any era of American history. \nWhether Colonial\, Victorian\, Roaring Twenties\, Civil War-era\, or another favorite period in American history — come dressed to celebrate the spirit and style of the nation through the centuries.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/new-windsor-heritage-liberty-legacy-ball/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s UCC\, 17 Bond Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: “The Abuse and Not the Use”: Drinking and the Union Mills Homestead Presented by Kyle Dalton
DESCRIPTION:Throughout their 160-year occupation of the Union Mills Homestead\, the Shriver family’s six generations always enjoyed a drink. From whiskey to beer to cider to wine\, what they drank and how they drank reflected changing times and culture in America. In this Box Lunch Talk\, executive director Kyle Dalton will discuss the long history of politics\, prohibition\, and temperance at the Union Mills Homestead. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and the HSCC will provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to HSCC volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-abuse-and-not-the-use-drinking-and-the-union-mills-homestead-presented-by-kyle-dalton/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 E. Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship
DESCRIPTION:The Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship returns to Downtown Frederick\, Maryland\, on Monday\, December 28\, 2026\, from 3pm to 8pm. This holiday open house invites visitors inside the historic churches and houses of worship behind Frederick’s famous clustered spires. Along the way\, guests are welcomed with special programs\, choir performances\, and nativity scenes. \nThe tour begins in the afternoon and continues after sunset\, when the buildings are lit by candlelight. It falls between Christmas and New Year’s\, which makes it an easy holiday outing for visiting family and friends. It’s also a chance to see Frederick’s historic architecture and local history up close during the holiday season. \nStart at the Information Center at 19 E. Church St. to pick up a printed map of participating sites. While you’re there\, grab guides to Downtown Frederick dining\, shopping\, and lodging\, and make an evening of it with dinner downtown after the tour.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/candlelight-tour-of-historic-houses-of-worship-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Frederick\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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