Amanda Fenstermaker, Preservation Maryland Board member and Director of Dorchester County Tourism, was recently honored at an event in Cambridge, Maryland with a citation from Governor Larry Hogan for her community service and heritage preservation efforts....
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Heritage Fund Highlight: Historic Sign Recreation at Sis’s Tavern
North Brentwood was the first African American town to become part of Prince George's County when it was incorporated in 1924. Over time and out of necessity, this historic enclave has been home and host to famous citizens, athletes, and musicians — like Sis's Tavern...
Made in Maryland: Head Ski Company, Inc.
Did you know!? HEAD was founded in Baltimore in 1950 by Howard Head who was an aeronautical engineer for the Glenn L. Martin Company and brought new those materials used in aviation to innovate the production and quality of skis and tennis rackets. Howard Head's big...
Es Mi Parque at Maryland State Parks
Visitors of Hispanic descent are one of the fastest growing and biggest user groups to Maryland's state parks. There is now a staffed agency wide program called Es Mi Parque – This is My Park – to better connect the Maryland State Parks to the growing user group. Los...
Journey Through Maryland History: Rural Character of Carroll County
Over the past two years, Diane and Jeff Caslow have been exploring one of Maryland's twenty-four counties each month. This time, the pair, explored the rural character of Carroll County - including parts of the Barn Quilt Trail and other hidden treasures. MORE FROM...
Heritage Fund Highlight: Skipjack Wilma Lee Arrives in Annapolis
After a positive conditions assessment support by the Heritage Fund, the historic Skipjack Wilma Lee was transported from North Carolina to it's new — and rightful — home back in Maryland at the Annapolis Maritime Museum. On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, the Wilma Lee...
The Preservation Ethic is Strong in Maryland
When Preservation Maryland was formed in 1931, nearly 90 years ago, the United States was in a period of dramatic transformation. The pre-war twentieth century and the decades which followed World War Two were also remarkably focused on the future – and the history...
Two Maryland Sites Named to America’s Most Endangered
On June 26, 2018, the National Trust for Historic Preservation announced that two iconic historic places in Maryland have been added to America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. The listing is a call to action for all Marylanders. endangered: Annapolis, maryland...
Most Endangered: Historic Annapolis Waterfront Threatened by Rezoning
On June 26, 2018, the National Trust for Historic Preservation listed the City of Annapolis, Maryland as one of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. Since its listing as a National Historic Landmark District in 1965, Annapolis has remained one of the most...
RFP: Relocate Historic Severen Mister House on Deal Island
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is seeking proposals for the relocation of the historic Severn Mister House on Deal Island on Maryland's Eastern Shore. The ca. 1815 Severn Mister House also known as the Bradshaw House is located on Deal Island Wildlife...
Event Recap: Old Line State Summit
Over two days in June, Preservation Maryland convened the annual gathering of Maryland's preservationists for our statewide conference at the University of Maryland campus in the Maryland Milestones State Heritage Area. Recordings Available: All Old Line State Summit...
Heritage Fund Highlight: Tobacco Barn Restoration at the National Colonial Farm
The National Colonial Farm in Southern Maryland is a living history museum that interpret Colonial-era farm life including a tobacco barn dating from the 18th century. The Accokeek Foundation utilized a Heritage Fund grant to repair and maintain the barn as an...
Four Reasons to Become a Preservation Maryland Member Today
Since 1931, Preservation Maryland has been making history by saving history – and your membership pledge will allow us to continue that 87 year legacy! Here are four reasons to support Preservation Maryland with a membership pledge today: 1. Preserving Threatened...
Sustaining Membership Drive: Make History by Saving History
When you join Preservation Maryland, you are making a bold statement that you care deeply about Maryland's history, heritage, and future. Give today! On top of our current programs, granting efforts, and legislative victories – that you can read about in each issue of...
From Our Executive Director: “We Must Dare to Be Great”
If this year’s Best of Maryland award winners teach us anything about preservation, perhaps it is that in order to achieve anything there must always be risk; that in order to be great we must defy the standard notion of what is possible and strive to realize the...
Conference Session: Local Beverage Companies Support Historic Communities
The business of local beer, wine, and spirits is booming — locals and travelers alike enjoy trying local one–of–a–kind beverage. Many of these of these noteworthy products and innovative companies are housed in historic buildings and reinvesting in historic and rural...
Conference Session: Connecting Recreation and Preservation on Land and Water
Historic development often clustered near abundant natural resources like forests and water and now that many of those traditional paths are using for recreation, historic sites can be connected by walking, kayaking and/or biking! These connections and opportunities...
Preservation Maryland joins WBAL News Now radio to discuss Ellicott City Flood
Two days after the recent flooding in historic Ellicott City, Preservation Maryland Executive Director Nicholas A. Redding joined host Bryan Nehman on WBAL 1090 News Now radio to discuss the cause and possible recovery strategies. Listen to the conversation MORE FROM...
Journey Through Maryland History: Worcester County
Preservation Maryland supporters, Diane and Jeff Caslow, recently crossed off Worcester County on their two-year journey to visit each of Maryland's 24 counties and Baltimore City. MORE FROM THE CASLOW TRAVELOGUE It is hard to believe, but we finished the 19th county...
Op-Ed: The Future of Ellicott City
When, a week ago today, I last visited Ellicott City, I found a community full of hope and potential. Just two years shy of the devastating 2016 flood, Main Street bustled with activity and new life. Just a few short days later, that new reality was shattered by a...
Flood Recovery Fund 2018: Historic Ellicott City Experiences Another Devastating Flood
On the afternoon of May 27, 2018, Ellicott City, Maryland endured yet another devastating flood — the second time in less than two years. Preservation Maryland stands ready to support the rebuilding, recovery, and rehabilitation of this historic community. Support the...
Celebrating National Burger Day in Maryland
Could there be a better time to celebrate National Burger Day than over Memorial Day Weekend!? The big day is May 28, 2018, and we've got a great Maryland story to tell over the picnic table. Clynmalira is a historic 5,000 acre plot of land in Monkton, Maryland in...
Conference Tour: Exploring History and Healthy Living in Greenbelt, Maryland
During the Old Line State Summit on Friday, June 15, 2018, conference attendees will have an opportunity to explore a gem of historic Maryland — the National Historic Landmark District of the City of Greenbelt in Prince George's County, Maryland. Register Now:...
Recap: Preservation Planners Meetup in Ellicott City, Maryland
Thanks to the generous support of the Rural Maryland Council, Preservation Maryland hosted a meetup of preservation planners on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 from around the state including many representing the state's rural areas. Preservation Maryland's Executive...
Event Photos: Best of Maryland Awards at The Flag House
On Thursday, May 17, 2018, Preservation Maryland hosted its 33rd annual Best of Maryland awards ceremony to a a record crowd at the historic Star-Spangled Banner Flag House in Baltimore City. The event was attended by over 200 preservationists, community leaders,...
Event Recap: College Park Aviation Museum Happy Hour
For Preservation Month, the College Park Aviation Museum invited Meagan Baco, Director of Communications at Preservation Maryland, to their monthly happy hour to serve as the guest-of-honor — and literally, as the guest bartender. [gallery columns="2" size="full"...
Baltimore City-Supported Preservation Work Underway at The Flag House
The Baltimore Department of General Services (DGS) owns and stewards many historic properties across Charm City and maintains the buildings for the public good. One of those special properties is The Flag House in Baltimore City that will soon undergo preservation...
Heritage Fund Highlight: Main Street Middletown to Purchase Two Main Street Buildings
Main Street Middletown will use a Heritage Fund grant from Preservation Maryland and the Maryland Historical Trust in support of their efforts to purchase and protect two historic buildings in the Middletown Historic District in Frederick County. On May 4, 2018, Becky...
Best of Maryland: Havre de Grace Opera House
Since 1871, the Havre de Grace Opera House has long been a cultural and community centerpiece in Harford County. In August 2017, the Opera House celebrated a grand reopening with important and impressive accessibility and comfort amenities that will ensure it's place...
Best of Maryland: Church Hill Theatre on the Eastern Shore
The vernacular Art Deco architecture of the Church Hill Theatre in rural Queen Anne’s County is a rare site – and its home to a local performing theatre company that also well cares for their historic theatre. Preservation Maryland will recognize Church Hill Theatre...
Events
Preservation 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.