City residents, preservation proponents and rail enthusiasts alike gathered in Brunswick on April 2, 2022 to watch the culmination of ten years of advocacy, determination, and planning. On that very crisp and sunny morning, the historic West Brunswick Tower—an...
It's National Beer Day, and we'll drink to that! If you're from Maryland, you know that Baltimore's National Bohemian beer holds a special place in the hearts of Marylanders - nearly 90% of Natty Boh sales are still made in Baltimore. Today we're looking at the...
While Preservation Maryland works across the state to preserve historic structures, communities, and stories, we frequently come across quirky bits of Maryland history. Maryland is home to many towns with unusual names, including Boring in Baltimore County. Visit...
The tenth Maryland county on Diane and Jeff Caslow's twenty-three counties and Baltimore City day trip exploration was Somerset. They continue to focus adventures on staying outdoors, expanding exploration around landscape preservation through trails, conservancies,...
Maryland Day is the anniversary of when the first European settlers landed in Maryland. They disembarked from ships called the Ark and the Dove and landed on St. Clement’s Island in St. Mary’s County on March 25th, 1634. Marylanders began celebrating the anniversary...
As we continue to highlight women who have played a vital role in Maryland's history, today we are featuring Mary Mish. Mish was a historic preservationist in Washington County and, among other accomplishments, worked to turn Harper’s Ferry into a National Monument...
Irish immigrants largely arrived to the port in Baltimore in the mid-1800s seeking refuge during the Potato Famine. By 1880 the Irish made up close to 25% of the foreign-born population of Baltimore. Many immigrants became railroad workers on the B&O Railroad,...
As we continue to profile Maryland women who have made an everlasting impact on our state, we're featuring Shauntee Daniels, current Executive Director of the Baltimore National Heritage Area, an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Baltimore’s historic...
Today, on Harriet Tubman Day, we honor the woman who played an influential role in the history of the United States. An escaped enslaved person, abolitionist, suffragist, conductor on the Underground Railroad, and nurse/spy for the Union during the Civil War, Harriet...
While Marylanders are well known for their pride in their state flag, they are also known for their love of crabs -- and the Old Bay that they sprinkle on them. Crabs are a staple in Maryland. Boiled, steamed, broiled, sautéed. Crab soup, crab cakes, crab dip. There...
Edna Story Latimer was born in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1878. She was a staunch suffragist involved in campaigning against President Wilson and national anti-suffrage candidates, as well as one of the organizers of the Maryland Just Government League. Edna was proud of...
On February 28, 1827, Maryland merchants and bankers came together to charter the Baltimore and Ohio (B&O) Railroad. The oldest railroad in the United States, the B&O Railroad connected over thirteen states with rail lines. This railroad was the first common...
Diane and Jeff's ninth Maryland county on their twenty-three counties and Baltimore City exploration was Charles County. They continue to explore through the lens of staying outdoors and finding landscape preservation through trails, conservancies, preserves, and old...
As all eyes turn to Ukraine and the potential for the largest ground war in Europe since the end of World War II, it's a moment to remember the tremendous contributions the Ukrainian people have made right here in Maryland. Like many immigrants of Eastern Europe,...
Our work, our colleagues, our partners, our team, and our state - we are feeling the love today! Marylander Edgar Allan Poe may have inspired the title to this post, but it's your support that inspires our team! We've assembled our heart bombs and visited our...
President & CEO Nicholas Redding testified this week, in front of the Senate Budget and Tax Committee, in support of legislation, SB228, to make improvements to the Maryland Corps program, including the creation of a state Historic Trades Corps. Preservation...
Preservation Maryland is currently recruiting for a Preservation Initiatives Manager, a full-time position, to join our team. POSITION DESCRIPTION | Preservation Initiatives Manager This is a full-time position which will manage and oversee the broad range of...
After more than nine years with the Preservation Maryland, Jessica Feldt, our Preservation Initiatives Manager, will be leaving the organization. Jess has worn countless hats here, and we will greatly miss her and the value she brought to the work we do every day. The...
“What should the State of Maryland do with large vacant historic complexes?” In 2019 Preservation Maryland's advocacy team, elected officials, and other stakeholders sought to answer just that. A committee was formed and the project team chose three undeveloped...
There is no question that preservationists put their heart into their work and communities. Now that we're officially in the month of love, we encourage you to make an origami heart with our special edition phoenix origami paper. we're bringing back our popular "love...
The eighth county on travel experts Diane and Jeff’s twenty-three county and Baltimore City exploration of Maryland was Howard County. Their approach continues to be outside adventuring and seeing different parts of history, preservation, and adaptive reuse. From...
On January 25th more than 500 Marylanders from around the state virtually attended the 28th Annual Environmental Legislative Summit in Annapolis, co-hosted by Preservation Maryland, in support of the environmental community’s legislative agenda for the 2022 general...
Apple, key lime, and pumpkin get all the love. Today, on National Pie Day, why not celebrate with a Maryland classic: White Potato Pie! The origins of the White Potato Pie are murky, with some recipes noting that it was a poor man’s dessert, created by those who could...
The Heritage Fund, a cooperative effort of Preservation Maryland and the Maryland Historical Trust, provides direct assistance for the protection of historical and cultural resources and promotes innovative demonstration projects that can be successfully replicated to...
The Campaign for Historic Trades, powered by Preservation Maryland, is striving to demonstrate the need for - and the value of - workers with specific knowledge, training, and experience in historic preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation. We Need Your Help...
A week before the start of the 2022 session of the Maryland General Assembly, Preservation Maryland, in partnership with Cross Street Partners, co-hosted a legislative preview and conversation with Senator Cory McCray of Baltimore City and House Majority Leader Eric...
First Day Hikes are a great way to start the New Year in a fun and healthy way. Maryland Park Service rangers, staff, and volunteers will lead more than 30 hikes on public lands and state parks New Year’s Day. Did you know!? A recent survey placed visiting historic...
In 2021 Preservation Maryland celebrated our 90th anniversary and tackled some of our largest initiatives yet, working to preserve the state’s unique and irreplaceable heritage while concurrently creating a more just, equitable, and sustainable future. Through...
In 2021 our team advocated for preservation and smart growth policies that invest in our communities and help provide more equitable, sustainable, and livable opportunities for Maryland residents. Read more about our Smart Growth victories here. Local Smart Growth...
*An addendum has been released (December 27, 2021) for this RFP, including a Q&A section. You can access the addendum here: RFP and Addendum - Preservation Maryland - Archaeological Services Preservation Maryland is soliciting competitive proposals for...
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January 22, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmPreservation Maryland participates in and hosts many events in and around Maryland. Take a look at our upcoming events to see where we’ll be next.