Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis

Name: Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis
Start: 2026-02-07T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-07T15:00:00-05:00
Location: 99 Main Street, Annapolis, MD, United States, Maryland 21401

Schedule

Sat Feb 07 2026 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

99 Main Street, Annapolis, MD, United States, Maryland 21401 | Annapolis, MD

Drop in on Saturday, February 7 for special family activities to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the African Americans who have helped shape the nation.
Take our NEW tour, Race and Rights Guided Tour of the Museum, offered at 11 am and 2 pm (advance registration recommended)
This 50-minute guided tour explores the powerful impact of African American community leaders on Annapolis’s history. Discover their roles in shaping local life, landmark court cases, and pivotal civil rights legislation.
Meet a Living Historian: Marita Carroll (12 pm – 2 pm)
Step back in time and meet a living historian portraying Marita Carroll, a Black Civil Rights activist who took part in the Annapolis lunch counter sit ins in the early 1960s, helping make meaningful change across the city and beyond.
Create a special craft inspired by local Black history and culture.
Go on a Museum Scavenger Hunt through the museum and learn about local Black history.
Take a reading break in the Anne Arundel County Library Book Nook, featuring a specially curated collection of children’s books celebrating African American history and heritage.
Advance registration recommended, but not required.
Cost: $7 General Admission (8+); FREE for Children 7 and under, HA Members, and SNAP/WIC through the Museums for All program
https://www.annapolis.org/event/black-history-month2026/