Events 2008
Contact our staff at 410-939-4800 to help you with questions regarding our museum, boat or boating exhibits, boat building, nautical, ships, history, marine, sea, ship, historical information. For more information on our Lecture/Concert/Film Series, program and admission fees, etc, please consult our Special Events section featured at the lower portion of our home page or call the Museum at 410.939.4800 for updates.
Sunday, January 13th, 2008
CONCERT: Judy Cook
2pm
Folk singer Judy Cook “lifts the spirit” in an afternoon performance of traditional Anglo-American songs and ballads. Concert begins at 2PM with light refreshments and CD sales.
Admission is $5 for museum members and the fee is $7.50 for everyone else. Family rates available.
Saturday, January 19th, 2008
“Keeping Your Family History Alive,” Part I: Researching Genealogy and Preserving Documents and Oral History
9am-12pm
First of workshop series on the preservation of family memorabilia. Basic genealogy, care for documents, and oral history. In partnership with Harford Community College. To register go to www.harford.edu
Sunday, January 20th, 2008
CONCERT: Jan Seiden
2pm
Flutist Jan Seiden brings her incredible talents to an afternoon concert. Experience a truly magical and uplifting performance on a Native American wooden flute. Concert begins at 2PM with light refreshments and CD sales. Admission is $5 for museum members and the fee is $7.50 for everyone else. Family rates available.
Saturday January 26th, 2008
New Docent and Volunteer Training Program
9am - 1pm
The year 2008 promises to be one filled with many exciting changes and new projects. Volunteers are needed in all areas of the museum, including docents, data entry and office tasks, maintenance and landscaping, building and construction management, children’s educational and reading programs, and weekend desk duty. Being a museum volunteer is a great way to meet new friends, explore the history of our region, and develop new hobbies.
The training program will meet the last Saturday of every month, from January through June, 2008. The first session will be held at the museum on Saturday, January 26, 2008, from 9AM-1PM. Lunch will be provided as we discuss the first phases of training. Kindly RSVP by January 21, 2008. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!
Saturday, February 16th, 2008
Annual Masquerade Gala: Celtic Ceili Celebration Theme
7pm -12 midnight
This year’s annual museum fundraiser promises to bring the spirit of a traditional Celtic ceili to town! Catered by McGregor's Restaurant, held at St. Patricks Hall, Live Contemporary Celtic Band, Silent and Live Auctions, and so much more. $80 per person, $150 per couple. Tickets available at the museum at 100 Lafayette Street (no ticket sales at the door).
Kindly RSVP by February 5th.
Saturday, February 16th, 2008
“KEEPING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY ALIVE,” PART II: Worth a Thousand Words: Photographs and Digital Media
9am-12pm
Second in series on preservation of family memorabilia. Learn how to preserve and display traditional and digital photographs. In partnership with Harford Community College. To register go to www.harford.edu
Sunday February 24th, 2008
New Docent and Volunteer Training Program, Session II
12pm - 4pm
If you missed the first session, don't worry; come join us now! The year 2008 promises to be one filled with many exciting changes and new projects. Volunteers are needed in all areas of the museum, including docents, data entry and office tasks, maintenance and landscaping, building and construction management, children’s educational and reading programs, and weekend desk duty. Being a museum volunteer is a great way to meet new friends, explore the history of our region, and develop new hobbies.
The training program will meet the last Saturday of every month (unless otherwise noted), from January through June, 2008. The first session was held at the museum on Saturday, January 26, 2008, from 9AM-1PM. Kindly RSVP by February 20th, 2008. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!
Sunday, February 24th, 2008
CELTIC DANCE PERFORMANCE
Experience the wondrous energy and spirit of TERPSICHOREAN DELIGHTS: FRENCH, ENGLISH, SCOTTISH, IRISH, AND AMERICAN DANCES IN BALTIMORE, 1794-1814 as presented by Chrystelle T. Bond, renown dance performer and Professor at Goucher College. Chrystelle Bond will share her dance repertoire on Sunday, February 24, 2008, 2:00 pm at the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. For more details go to our special events section from the home page.
Saturday, March 15th, 2008
“KEEPING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY ALIVE,” PART III: Objects and Family Heirlooms
9am-12pm
Third in series. Care and research of your family treasures, including metal, wood, ceramic, glass, and fibers. In partnership with Harford Community College. To register go to www.harford.edu
Tuesday, March 17th, 2008
GAMES NIGHT
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with traditional and modern games at the Maritime Museum! Learn old-fashioned pastimes and amusements and participate in today’s popular games. Refreshments will be provided and drinks are available. Admission is free for museum members and the suggested donation fee is $2 for everyone else.
Saturday, March 22nd, 2008
CHILDREN’S DAY
A day filled with kite flying, games and crafts, hands-on activities and storytelling to welcome spring! Free.
Sunday, April 6th, 2008
LECTURE: Symbols Set in Stone: Bald Friar Petroglyphs
2:00 pm
Maryland State Terrestrial Archaeologist Charlie Hall presents the story of local rock art. Admission is free for museum members and the suggested donation fee is $2 for everyone else.
Sunday, April 13th, 2008
ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION WORKSHOP
2:00 pm
Learn how to identify, research, and preserve family treasures and unique finds. There will be NO appraisal services provided. Admission is $5 for museum members and the fee is $7.50 for everyone else. Family rates available.
Saturday, April 19th, 2008
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
11am - 4pm
Learn about native plant species, the art of Bayscaping, and the unique environment of the Upper Bay and Susquehanna River region. Free.
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008
AN OUTDOOR CONCERT TO WELCOME SPRING
FEATURING TOM LEWIS
6:30-8:30 pm
Enjoy an entertaining evening of music with Tom Lewis of British Columbia. If you like songs and stories of the sea, new and old, Tom brings his famous and unique style to Havre de Grace. Also performing are Charlie Quesenberry and Brad McClary with their "pirate-style entertainment". FREE of charge. Snacks and beverages available. Family -friendly; located under the tent near the promenade.
Sunday, May 11th, 2008
MOTHER’S DAY TEA PARTY
1:30-4:00 pm
Sponsored by the Maritime Museum and Concord Point Lighthouse
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a traditional English tea ceremony.
Admission is $25. RSVP by May 1st.
For tickets contact the museum (410-939-4800) or the lighthouse (410- 939-3213).
Saturday, May 17th, 2008
SECRET GARDEN TOUR
1:00-6:00 pm
Celebrate spring with a lovely tour of some of Havre de Grace’s beautiful gardens. Get a rare chance to visit some exclusive landscaped yards and gardens throughout the city. See what’s blooming, discover a variety of landscaping methods, plus enjoy a garden show at the museum. Admission is $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
Sunday, June 8th, 2008
WORKSHOP: Primitive Technology: Ceramics and Fibers
2:00 pm
Learn how the Native Americans made and used objects, tools, and weapons. Hands-on activities and demonstrations. Admission is $5 for museum members and the fee is $7.50 for everyone else. Family rates available.
Sunday, June 15th, 2008
WORKSHOP: Primitive Technology: Tools and Weapons
Learn how the Native Americans made and used objects, tools, and weapons. Hands-on activities and demonstrations. Admission is $5 for museum members and the fee is $7.50 for everyone else. Family rates available.
June 23-27, 2008
Teen Boat Building School
9Am-4Pm
Teens 13-18 join our resident boat builders and construct their own canoe in five days, ready to launch and take home on the sixth!
In partnership with Harford Community College: register at www.harford.edu
July 14-18, 2008 and July 21-25, 2008
Archaeology by the Bay Summer Camp
9AM-4PM
Description 20 words: Learn how history happens every day and what your role is in exploring and preserving the past, using archaeological techniques “to travel back in time.”
In partnership with Harford Community College: register at www.harford.edu
Saturday and Sunday, August 2nd-3rd, 2008
MARI*FEST 2008
Our biggest and best yet! The Museum will have its GRAND REOPENING, including new hands-on, state of the art exhibits and programs. The festivities will include the opening of the “Beyond Jamestown: Life 400 Years Ago” exhibit, live music, Native American representatives and crafts, boat building demonstrations, local foods and crafts, living history displays, kid’s activities, a boat raffle, and more! Free.
Saturday, September 20th, 2008
WOODEN CANOE RENDEZVOUS
9am-5pm
Show off your wooden canoe along with our own Chesapeake Wooden Boat Builders. Demonstrations and antique canoe identifications! 9 AM-5PM. Free.
Saturday, October 25th, 2008
HAUNTED HAPPENINGS
11am-4pm
Stories, costumes, crafts, food, fun and festivities -- with a maritime flare. Fun for the whole family. Family rates available.
Saturday, November 8th, 2008
FOUNDER’S DAY CELEBRATION
11am-10pm
A day of member discounts in the Museum shop (11-5) and an evening (6-10) of celebrating all the people who help make the Museum possible—our Founders, Members, and Volunteers! Free admission for members.
Sunday, December, 14th, 2008
CANDLELIGHT TOUR and Mari*Xmas
11am-8pm
The Maritime Museum is just one stop on this year’s Candlelight Tour. Celebrate the holidays with a special maritime flare. Free.
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