Aberdeen Room Archives and Museum
18 Howard St.
PO Box 698
Aberdeen, MD 21001
410-273-6325
www.aberdeenroom.com
The Museum is a historical and educational facility of the city of Aberdeen. Memorabilia and artifacts relating to the social, economic and cultural development of the city are acquired, recorded, and displayed. Open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00am -1:00pm and on the first Saturday of the month from noon to 3pm. Special events and pre-arranged tours are available.
Concord Pt. Lighthouse / O'Neil House
PO Box 212
Concord & Lafayette Streets
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-9040
The Concord Point Lighthouse is one of the oldest lighthouses in continual use on the East Coast. It affords a spectacular view of the Chesapeake Bay. Open April-October on Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm to 5pm. Special tours available by appointment for buses, groups and students. See the calendar of events for a complete listing of upcoming events.
Conowingo Dam
U.S. 1, Darlington, MD 21034
410-457-5011
Conowingo Dam is one of the largest hydroelectric plants in the nation. The dam forms a freshwater lake 14 miles long which is a year round angler’s dream. Be sure to catch the “fish lift” in the Spring. Call regarding tour scheduling status.
Havre de Grace Decoy Museum
215 Giles St.
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-3739
www.decoymuseum.com
Located on the banks of the historic Susquehanna Flats, the Decoy Museum houses one of the finest collections of working waterfowl decoys from the Chesapeake Bay and around the Country. The museum is open to the public seven days a week from 11:00 to 4pm. It exists to serve as a constant reminder of our heritage, and to support a greater awareness of the environment and wildlife of the Chesapeake Bay.
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
100 Lafayette St.
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-4800
www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org
The Havre de Grace Maritime Museum's mission is to collect, document, preserve and interpret the maritime skills and heritage of Lower Susquhenna River and Upper Chesapeake Bay. Sep-May: Open Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun 11AM-5PM; Jun-Aug: Open 7 days; Chesapeake Wooden Boat Builders School: Open Tue 6-9:30PM. General Admission: $2 adults; $1 seniors & students; children under 8 free. Guided Tours $3 per person; available by appointment. Facilities rental possible - call for a fee schedule. museum@comcast.net
Hays House Museum
324 Kenmore Ave.
Bel Air, MD 21014
410-838-1213
Built in 1788, the museum is named for Thomas A. Hays, a prominent lawyer, landowner, and entrepreneur who purchased the house in 1811. The house retains virtually all its original features including staircase, weatherboards, mantels, woodwork and shutters. It is open every Sunday from 1-4pm and by appointment.
Jericho Covered Bridge
(Gun Powder Falls State Park)
www.jerusalemmill.org
Historic Jerusalem Mill Village
2813 Jerusalem Road
Kingsville, MD 21087
410-877-3560
www.jerusalemmill.org
Historic Jerusalem Mill Village in the scenic Gunpowder Falls State Park in Kingsville offers a variety of interesting activities ranging from Revolutionary and Civil War era living history demonstrations and encampments to a 1st Sunday concert series from May to September. For information, visit www.jerusalemmill.org or call 410-877-3560
Liriodendron
502 W. Gordon Street
Bel Air, MD 21014
410-879-4424/410 838-3942
Built in 1898 by a prominent Johns Hopkins physician, Liriodendron Mansion is a palladian style building housing three large reception rooms, complete with antique furnishings, as well as a carved staircase and a dozen unique fireplaces. Outside guests can enjoy two sheltered oval porticos, a terrace with wisteria covered archways and a boxwood garden. Liriodendron is available for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, private functions and special events.
Steppingstone Museum
461 Quaker Bottom Rd.
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-2299
www.steppingstonemuseum.org
Museum that preserves and demonstrates the rural arts and crafts of the 1880-1920 time period. Open weekends from May to October. The museum offers pre-arranged tours, pavillion rentals, membership and volunteer opportunities, speaker programs and numerous special events.
Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace at the Lockhouse
PO Box 253
817 Conesteo Street
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-5780
www.lockhousemuseum.org
Restored in 1836 lockhouse, canal lock, and swing bridge on the Susquehanna River. Period rooms and display of Havre de Grace history. Open year round Thursday-Monday, 1-5pm. Groups and individual tours available all year.
Rockfield Manor
501 Churchville Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
410-638-4565
rockfield.manor@comcast.net
Historic mansion built in 1921 on 5.4 acres. Spacious garden and patio, featuring several medium-sized reception rooms, a cozy living room with fireplace and a sun room. Available for small wedding receptions, business meetings and other social events.
U.S. Army Ordinance Museum
MD & Aberdeen Blvd
APG, MD 21005
410-278-3602
The most extensive collection of combat vehicles, artillery, small arms, ammunition, and military material in existance. On display are such varied items as body armour, uniforms, weapons that made military history: Gatling gun, a German v-2 rocket, and General Pershings Locomobile. “Tank Park” features armored vehicles ranging from World War 1 to Operation Desert Storm. Open daily from 9am-4:45pm. Note: Due to heightened security all adult visitors must arrive via Rt. 40 to exit 715. A photo ID registration must be presented at the entrance gate. Museum visitors are not authorized to drive to other areas of APG. |