Visit the Union Mills Homestead for a German-style Christmas market.

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.

Join the Carrollton Manor Chapter, NSDAR; Frederick Chapter, NSDAR; and Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter SAR dressed in your mid 1700’s attire to reenact an important Frederick County historical event.

The HSCC and Sunday Morning at Savannah’s are partnering to bring you a holiday tea like no other. Their "Teas the Season" holiday tea will have you enjoying a full tea complete with savory and sweet dishes and a selection of teas.

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.

Special programming and hands-on fun will delight visitors of all ages, and special children's activities are featured at most locations.

Join presenter, Daniel Sieh, as he discusses trade between Asia and Europe and explores the dialogue between these two very distinct cultures.

Visit the Plumb Grove Mansion while it's fully decorated in 19th century style for the holidays.

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.

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.