2010 EVENTS
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March
16
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Living history exhibits open for the 2010 season. |
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Celebrate the state’s 376th anniversary with pomp, pageantry and free admission to living history exhibits. Program at 1 p.m., exhibits open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Special activities for homeschool families.
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Admission. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Archaeology Month Lecture
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Guest speaker to be determined. HSMC Visitor Center.
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HSMC’s annual plant sale supports museum gardens. Pre-order and on-site sales by various local vendors at the corner of Routes 5 and 584 (Old State House Road). Watch this space for details. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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National Trails Day 5K Fun Run
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Discover the beauty of St. Mary’s tidewater backwoods on a 5K Fun Run and Walk co-sponsored by the Chesapeake Bay Running Club.
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Fee. Meet at the HSMC Visitor Center 8:00 a.m.
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July
24 & 25
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Tidewater Archaeology Weekend
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Get down and dirty with the pros as they uncover bits of Maryland's past.
Admission.10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Woodland Indian Discover Day
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Explore and celebrate the lifeways of Maryland's first people.
Admission.10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Discover your maritime heritage, the beautiful St. Mary’s River, and 101 many ways to protect and play in the Tidewater landscape.
Free.10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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October 16
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Militia Muster
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In early Maryland, all able-bodied men were prepared to defend the colony. Occasional musters allowed them to practice their military skills (and socialize with other militia families). Admission. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Grave Matters in St. Mary’s City
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Experience an aspect of 17th-century colonial life often overlooked in living history: what happens after a person dies.
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Fee. One-hour tours at 7 and 8 p.m.
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Hearth & Home in Early Maryland
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After the harvest, comes a time for celebration and preparation for the winter months ahead. Admission. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Community Concert & Open House
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Kick off your holiday season in the State House with harmonies by St. Maries Musica and inspiring decorations by the Mistress Brent Garden Club.
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No charge. Doors open at 6, concert begins at 7.
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December
3, 4, 5, 10,11,12
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A holiday tradition! Join us for the 40th annual season of Madrigal dinners. Fee. Reservations accepted beginning in October.
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