The Life of Josiah Henson
Learn about Josiah Henson from Montgomery Parks Senior Historian Jamie Ferguson Kuhns for this online presentation of her book, Sharp Flashes of Lightning Come from Black Clouds: The Life of Josiah Henson. Presented by Peerless Rockville and the Glenview Mansion Speaker Series.
Music at Hyattstown Mill
Hyattstown Mill 14920 Hyattstown Mill Road, Hyattstown, MD, United StatesIf the weather looks good, Hyattstown Mill Arts Project will do "Circles" outside the mill again this week. Saturday, August 15 Tunes at 4 - 5:30pm Songs at 5:30 - 8pm Outside only, by the picnic area Bring a chair and music stand if you have one -- we'll be spread out so each family unit […]
Photo exhibit: Malcolm Walter
OnlineJoin Peerless Rockville for a Zoom presentation of the photographs of Malcolm Walter, a professional photographer who operated out of his Kensington home from 1918 to 1932. Peerless Collections Manager Kathie Rogers will explore some highlights from Peerless' collection of his work. Register for the event at http://www.peerlessrockville.org/
Community Sing
OnlineJoin in an online Family Sing sponsored by Washington Revels and Carpe Diem Arts. This month’s sing will feature songs from the LPC-Ecole Song Book. Free; donations encouraged. https://revelsdc.org/2020/aug21-family-community-sing/
HM Mini-Grant Applications due
Heritage Montgomery Mini Grants
Montgomery County Suffragists
OnlineLearn about the local fight for women's rights in the early 1900s. Registration required thru the link below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/montgomery-countys-women-suffragists-registration-122418971439
History, Race & Integration at Olney Theatre
OnlineLearn about the unique history of this regional performance center, originally established as an integrated theater. Registration is required thru link below: https://www.sandyspringmuseum.org/event/history-happy-hour-history-race-and-integration-at-olney-theatre/
Makers Among Us Exhibit
Sandy Spring Museum 17901 Bentley Road, Sandy Spring, United StatesSandy Spring Museum has reopened to the public with a new exhibit, "Makers Among Us," featuring the work of young emerging visual artists in the Washington metro area. The exhibit runs until November 23. Museum hours are Fridays from 10am to 8pm, by reservation only. For more info and to make reservations: https://www.sandyspringmuseum.org/exhibits-collections/makers-among-us/
Emancipation Day at Button Farm
Button Farm Living History Center 16820 Black Rock Road, Germantown, United StatesCelebrate the day in 1864 when Maryland changed its constitution to abolish slavery, six months before the end of the Civil War. This outdoor, open-air event includes an emancipation-themed, self-guided tour of the farm and slave cemetery accessible on your phone through our QR portal. Scavenger hunts, farm animals, "safe" hands-on history, and musical acts […]
“A Shadow on the Household”
OnlineJoin Peerless Rockville in celebrating Emancipation Day with this online program on one enslaved family's struggle for freedom. Canadian historians Bryan and Shannon will tell the moving story of the Weems family. Click below for more info and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shadow-on-the-household-one-enslaved-familys-incredible-struggle-registration-125918209755