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Maryland Day Events Announced + New Annapolis Museum Opens

Maryland Day is coming up. Here's how to celebrate. Plus, a new museum opened in downtown Annapolis.

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National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways and Chesapeake Conservancy suggested attending one of these events to celebrate Maryland Day. A Maryland flag design is shown above.
National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways and Chesapeake Conservancy suggested attending one of these events to celebrate Maryland Day. A Maryland flag design is shown above. (Jacob Baumgart/Patch)

MARYLAND — Attractions around the state are planning weekend festivities to celebrate Maryland Day, which is this Friday. Residents can also soak up some local history at a new museum in downtown Annapolis. An osprey festival and a canoe trip round out the upcoming offerings.

Patch recently partnered with several local organizations to bring you their latest news. This guest contribution comes from National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways and Chesapeake Conservancy. Here's what Jody Hedeman Couser submitted to help you explore the Chesapeake Bay:

"Maryland Day

Maryland Day will be celebrated state-wide on the weekend of March 25-27, with free admission to regional parks and events throughout the state. Events on Friday, March 25 include commemorating the founding of Maryland at the state’s birthplace at St. Clement’s Island Museum, with free admission to the museum all day, free water taxi rides, official ceremony featuring guest speakers and program, and more. Hancock’s Resolution will be offering a free virtual program to honor James Spencer, founder of Freetown. More Maryland Day celebrations:

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Pride of Baltimore in Annapolis: Pride II will be in Annapolis from March 25-27 and open to the public for free deck tours from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.

Annapolis Maritime Museum
Join the Annapolis Maritime Museum for Maryland Day on March 26th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm to discover the oyster’s important impact on our local maritime heritage and the ecology of the Chesapeake Bay. $1 admission for one day only. [Family-friendly] activities, including an oyster shell craft and small boat building kit to take home. Registration and more information.

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Historic London Town and Gardens
London Town officially reopens on Maryland Day weekend. Enjoy free admission all weekend long along with hands-on activities, guided tours, and more.

The B&O Railroad Museum
On March 27, the B&O Railroad Museum will present Maryland on the Rails: The B&O’s Contribution to Maryland History public tour. The tour is included with regular admission.

Complete Schedule of Maryland Day Weekend Events:"

"Now Open! The Museum of Historic Annapolis

Historic Annapolis, Inc. held the Grand Opening of the Museum of Historic Annapolis at its location at 99 Main Street on March 19. The museum unveiled its groundbreaking permanent exhibition, Annapolis: An American Story. The new exhibit shares dramatic stories of Annapolis and its diverse people – revolutionaries, visionaries, and champions of our nation’s continuing quest for liberty and justice – who helped to shape our American story across more than 450 years. The story is told via an inspiring film, three floors of colorful exhibits, and an amazing collection of objects. You can also continue your deep dive into Annapolis history with visits to partner sites like Banneker-Douglass Museum, Hammond-Harwood House, the Maryland State House, William Paca House and Garden, and more."

"Maryland Osprey Nature Festival

If you love birds and nature, or just want to learn more about wildlife, come out to the inaugural edition of the Maryland Osprey Nature Festival in Lusby, MD. See live raptors up close, attend lectures with wildlife experts from all over the state, participate in bird watching, and enjoy nature at this idyllic venue. It will be an event for the entire family and people of all ages. There will be live music throughout the day and the opportunity to purchase some of Southern Maryland's favorite dishes, including pulled pork and braised beef. $10 per family, $5 for individuals. April 2, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm; Lusby, Maryland. More information and tickets."

"Paddling the Tuckahoe

Looking for an opportunity to get on the water for the first time this spring? Join the Pickering Creek Audubon for a canoe trip on the Tuckahoe, from the mill pond upstream through both open marsh and wooded wetland, with a chance to see herons, owls, beavers, wood ducks and turtles. Canoes, paddles and lifejackets provided. Space is limited so reserve your spot ASAP! April 23, 9:00 am to 11:30 am; Pickering Creek Audubon, Easton, MD. More information and registration."

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