In 2016, archeologists with the State Highway Administration initiated an archeological dig at the Bush Tavern on Route 7 in Abingdon. During the Revolutionary War, the tavern was part of […]
This year has seen the return of the genealogy program "Who Do You Think You Are" (WDYTYA) which has touted the art of genealogy and the wonderful stories it can […]
Sale located on the Historical Society’s Parking lot No table or chairs provided/ no electricity on site Food truck available/ Advertising provided Now accepting applications on a first come/first serve […]
Each year the Historical Society concludes its Speakers Series with the Archer Lecture, named for one of the society’s prominent founding members. The speakers are generally chosen from local authors […]
Join us for this free virtual event to learn the story of Havre de Grace’s Concord Point Lighthouse – its past and future - as told by Lighthouse Director, Carol […]
On Wednesday November 9th, 2022 at 7:00 PM join us for virtual session where your genealogy questions are discussed. This will not be a Stump the Genealogist Session, instead it […]
Free in person event After World War II, engineers and programmers rushed to make sure that the United States stayed ahead of the world in top-secret research into computing and […]
On Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 12:30 pm, Trustee, Jacquelyn Seneschal will present a virtual program describing the lives and accomplishments of County residents, Russell and Kate Lord, both a […]
On January 11th, 2023, at 7 pm, the 2023 Genealogy Workshop series will return with an in-person program hosted by the genealogist, Chris Smithson at the Historical Society Headquarters, 143 […]
On Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at 12:30 pm the Executive Director of the Havre de Grace Colored High School, Patricia Cole will present a virtual program sharing the story of Harford’s […]
Everyone is invited to an in-person presentation regaling all on the mysteries and legends of the Ma & Pa Railroad by railroad aficionado, Walt Holloway, on February 18, 2023, at […]
On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at 12:30 pm Trustees Jacquelyn Seneschal and Carol Deibel will share Harford’s story from its earliest days as a colonial outpost to the current suburban […]
On March 15, 2023 at 7 pm, the Historical Society’s bi-monthly genealogy series will continue with a presentation by Genealogist Mary Schweers entitled Occupations and Crafts of our Ancestors. So […]
Gala Event for anyone 21 and older. Join us for a journey through history! Get a first look at the community booths and art displays, hear addresses from our politicians […]
Community Event Join our community in celebrating Harford County’s 250th anniversary. View community booths and art displays, listen to local musicians and purchase concessions. Families welcome, all children under 17 […]
On Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 12:30 pm Charles Nietubicz, a retired experimental and computational research scientist from the Army Research Laboratory at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) and current President […]
On Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 2 pm, the Historical Society is partnering with Jerusalem Mill to host a special Speakers Series event at Jerusalem Mill, 2813 Jerusalem Road in […]
Records and Genealogy by Chris Smithson Learn the basics of genealogy and search for your ancestors. Register for free if you are a member, or purchase a $10 ticket if […]
You’re invited! Please join us on Saturday, May 20, 2023, 2 – 6 pm at the Historical Society Headquarters, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air for our Grand Reopening. […]
Why is the Bush River so important to the Baltimore Metro Area? What is the History of the River and how is it faring now? What are the threats to […]
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