Exhibit On Historic Hays-Heighe House Open Now Through Dec. 23

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — A new exhibit will be on display at the historic Hays-Heighe House on the campus of Harford Community College now through Dec. 23.

The new exhibit, Made by Hand: Continuing the Story, picks up from the Hays-Heighe House’s inaugural exhibit and revisits the house’s construction in 1808 and the rehab work that began in 2008.

Special events taking place at the Hays-Heighe House to complement the exhibit are:

Tea Time
Thursday, Nov. 10 • 12:30-2 p.m.
As refrigerators became more common in homes in the 1920s and 1930s, they changed not just
what was eaten, but how it was prepared and what happened with the leftovers. Advance ticket purchase is required; cost is $20 per person: 443.412.2539 or
HaysHeighe@harford.edu.

Walking Tour
Tuesday, Nov. 15 • 3:15-4 p.m.
Led by House Coordinator Julie Mancine will lead this tour exploring the Hays-Heighe House.
Learn about its changing uses and discover some of its less-visited nooks and crannies.

Lecture: “Tired of Rough Treatment” – Sam Archer and the Underground Railroad
Thursday, Nov. 17 • 12:30-1:30 p.m.
The Hays-Heighe House is listed on the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom;
learn why in this presentation by Iris Leigh Barnes. Hear about the Hays family’s involvement
in the slave economy.

Lecture: The Hays Family: A Deeper Dive
Thursday, Dec. 1 • 12:30-1:30 p.m.
The story of the Hays family is deeply intertwined with the growth and development of Harford
County, along with other prominent families in the area.

Events are free unless otherwise noted. Pre-registration is required for all events at 443.412.2539
or HaysHeighe@harford.edu. Additional information is available at
https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/hhh-history.php.