Does living in a historic house located within one of Maryland’s scenic State Parks, Natural Resource Management Areas or other protected state lands sound like a dream come true? Several properties are now available through Maryland's Resident Curatorship Program:...
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Endangered Maryland Update: Doughoregan Manor
Extensive restoration has been carried out on Doughoregan Manor, on both the interior and exterior of the main house. Also, windows have been replaced in the chapel. The process in ongoing. Ellicott City, Howard County Nominated: 2007 Status: Progress is...
Flags Across Maryland: Baltimore County
In this feature, Preservation Maryland is exploring the unique history of five county flags across the state. Baltimore County flag’s design came from a county-wide competition to develop a flag that reflected the county’s rich history. Open to county high school...
The Ultimate Guide to Shopping Local on Amazon Prime Day
Amazon's "Prime Day" has arrived, but at Preservation Maryland, we're advocating for shopping local and supporting the small businesses that make your community unique! While Prime Day may boast deals and one-day-shipping, it's a great opportunity to instead support...
Membership 2020: Preservation Is An Act of Optimism
To be a preservationist, you need to be an optimist. You need to look at the dilapidated building, see what once was, and have the vision to see what could be. Today, at a time when despair would be easy, I need you to reach deep into your reserves of optimism – and...
Preservation Maryland’s Made in Maryland Holiday Gift Guide
From award-winning libations to botanical skincare lines to food items steeped in Maryland tradition, this Holiday Gift Guide showcases the diversity and creativity that exists among Maryland’s makers. While making your list and checking it twice, we hope you enjoy...
Es Mi Parque: History of Patapsco Valley State Park in English and Spanish
Maryland State Parks has created their Es Mi Parque program to better connect a large and growing number of Latino visitors to the cultural, recreational and historic resources of Maryland. In partnership, Preservation Maryland will produce a series of brief park...
PreserveMaryland: Updating Maryland’s Statewide Historic Preservation Planning Document
This year, the Maryland Historical Trust, Maryland's State Historic Preservation Office, will update the statewide preservation plan — a five-year guiding document for government agencies and the greater preservation community. To develop the plan, known as...
Special Event: Maryland Preservation Planners Meeting
Preservation Maryland will convene a meeting of Maryland's preservation planners this May to create a dialogue around challenges and opportunities to shape Maryland's historic built environment. Event Recap: Thanks to the generous support of the Rural Maryland...
The History of the Preakness at Pimlico in Baltimore
All of your questions about the Preakness and Pimlico are answered below - by history! How'd Baltimore get the race? Why is it called the Preakness? And how much does the winner take home? Read this blog before the annual race starts: What we know today as the...
Made in Maryland: Local Holiday Gift Guide 2015
As Marylanders rush around this time of year to find the perfect presents and treats, it’s important to remember the scores of wonderful Maryland-made products that can make the ideal gift. Supporting Maryland manufacturers keeps profits local, supports our local...
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