Howard County Maryland Visitor Guide 2024 - Magazine - Page 22
HISTORY
AFRICAN ART MUSEUM OF MARYLAND
africanartmuseum.org
The African Art Museum of Maryland
encourages broader understanding of the
cultures and artistic expressions of people
of the African Continent.
8775 Cloudleap Court Suite 12, Columbia
(301) 490-6070
B&O RAILROAD MUSEUM
Maryland’s Destination for
LIVE Theatre!
borail.org
The birthplace of American railroading
with 40 acres of railroad history. Take a ride
along America's first commercial mile of
railroad right-of-way.
901 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, (410) 752-2490
BALTIMORE & OHIO ELLICOTT CITY
STATION MUSEUM
facebook.com/ecborail
The "Oldest Railroad Station in America"
showcases and tells stories of the people who
built and operated America's first railroad.
2711 Maryland Avenue, Ellicott City
(410) 313-1945
January 20 - March 19
BENJAMIN BANNEKER HISTORIC
PARK & MUSEUM
baltimorecountymd.gov/
agencies/recreation/countyparks/
mostpopular/banneker
A 142-acre site dedicated to the inspiring
story of the life and times of Benjamin
Banneker considered the first African
American man of science.
300 Oella Avenue, Catonsville, (410) 887-1081
March 24 - June 11
June 16 - August 20
ELLICOTT CITY FIREHOUSE MUSEUM
howardcountymd.gov/historicsites
The Firehouse Museum explores the unique
challenges of fighting fire in late 19th and
early 20th century Ellicott City.
3829 Main Street, Ellicott City
August 25 - November 5
November 10 - January 7, 2024
ELLICOTT MILLS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
hchsmd.org
Learn about the new "Ellicott Mills
Children's Museum" at the Howard
County Museum of History in Ellicott City
with lectures each month in 2022.
8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, (410) 480-3250
January 12 - March 10, 2024
HARRIET TUBMAN CULTURAL CENTER
howardcountymd.gov/recreation-parks/htcc
Harriet Tubman CC commemorates
the history & significance of the Harriet
Tubman HS legacy & the impact of African
Americans in Howard County & beyond.
8045 Harriet Tubman Ln, Columbia
(410) 313-0860
410-730-8311
5900 Symphony Woods Rd.
Columbia, MD 21044
TobysDinnerTheatre.com
HOWARD COUNTY LIVING
FARM HERITAGE MUSEUM
farmheritage.org
Preserving the agricultural way of life
through hands-on programs and displays.
12985 Frederick Road, West Friendship
(410) 489-2345
HOWARD COUNTY NETWORK
TO FREEDOM EXHIBIT
hchsmd.org
The Underground Railroad in Howard County.
This exhibit is included in the National
Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.
8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, (410) 480-3250
HOWARD COUNTY POLICE
DEPARTMENT MUSEUM
hcpdmuseum.com
Tour the museum to learn about the
bravery, dedication and sacrifices displayed
by the men and women of HCPD while
keeping this community safe.
2200 Scott Wheeler Dr, Marriottsville
(410) 313-1306
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Due to the nature of theatrical bookings, all shows and dates are subject to change.
MARYLAND HISTORY TOURS, LLC
PATAPSCO FEMALE INSTITUTE
mdhistorytours.com
Locally owned & operated with programs
focusing on people associated with Ellicott
City & the Patapsco Valley. Join a scheduled
tour or book your own!
Patapsco State Valley, Ellicott City
(410) 303-2959
howardcountymd.gov/
patapscofemaleinstitute
Patapsco Female Institute offered a
revolutionary curriculum to young women
in an effort to mold elegant young ladies
into engaged, active citizens.
3655 Church Road, Ellicott City
MUSEUM OF HOWARD COUNTY HISTORY
THOMAS ISAAC LOG CABIN
hchsmd.org
A complete collection of historical
records and artifacts. Museum in Old
Ellicott City. Research library located at
Miller Branch Library.
8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City
(410) 480-3250
howardcountymd.gov/historicsites
The cabin's size and interior reflect the style
of homes from the end of the 18th century,
lending visitors a sense of Howard County's
colonial past.
8394 Main Street, Ellicott City
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