Historic Annapolis Maryland Day Open House and Tours
Schedule
Fri, 21 Mar, 2025 at 11:00 am to Sun, 23 Mar, 2025 at 03:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Paca House and Garden | Annapolis, MD
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Celebrate Maryland Day for All and explore the wonder of the Old Line State all weekend!FRIDAY EVENTS (10 am - 5 pm)
~Visit the William Paca Garden and explore a secret oasis of natural beauty nestled in the heart of Annapolis. This colonial garden, hidden behind the William Paca House, has been reconstructed to its original design featuring a terraced landscape with formal parterres, naturalistic wilderness, and practical kitchen and medicinal gardens. Garden Admission $1
~Guided, hour-long tours of the William Paca House are also available for a regular admission fee and begin on the half hour starting at 10:30 am. The last tour is offered at 3:30 pm.
~Visit the Waterfront Warehouse and step inside a rare surviving example of a small Annapolis warehouse from the 18th century. Today, you’ll discover a large scale model of our city, circa the late 18th century, featuring a birds-eye view of the historic landscape. Warehouse Admission: Free
SATURDAY EVENTS (11 am - 3 pm)
Start your Maryland Day weekend off with a special 30-minute guided tour of the William Paca House. Built in the 1760s, this magnificent home features period furnishings and paintings and reveals the inner workings of an upper-class household including the lives of the enslaved laborers in colonial and revolutionary Annapolis. Enjoy special family-friendly activities and explore the 2-acre garden, a restful oasis nestled in the heart of bustling Annapolis.
*Timed entry will be offered for this event at the Paca House and Garden. Advance registration is recommended; walk-ins will be accommodated only as space permits. William Paca House and Garden Admission: $1
~Take a short walk down Pinkney Street to Hogshead, where you’ll find diverse colonial tradespeople working hard on their trades. You may find a cobbler, a baker or sailor sharing their skills. Hogshead Admission: $1
~Step into our American Story at the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Enjoy an inspiring film and explore three floors of interactive exhibits where you’ll discover diverse stories and amazing objects that represent over 400 years of our shared history! MoHA Admission: $1
~Visit the Waterfront Warehouse
Admission: FREE
SUNDAY EVENTS (10 am - 3 pm)
Explore the William Paca Garden
Garden Admission: $1
https://www.annapolis.org/events/md-day-friday-2025/
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Where is it happening?
Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD 21401-1724, United States,Annapolis, MarylandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
