From the Harford County Public Library: Interested in learning more about how to discover your family history? Harford County Public Library is offering its 4th Annual Genealogy Conference on Saturday, February 25, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street in Bel Air. The conference kicks off with […]
Harford County Celebrates Black History Month with Video Tribute to Hosanna School Museum
From Harford County government: Harford County celebrates Black History Month with the following video tribute to the community that lifted up Hosanna School Museum in Darlington.
Archaeologists Unearth Rich History of Bush Tavern; Served as Revolutionary-Era Encampment for French Troops
From the Maryland State Highway Administration: Artifacts found and research conducted at Bush Tavern at the MD 7 and MD 136 intersection, details the lives of numerous occupants/owners of Bush Tavern. Archaeologists have uncovered two stone foundations, a stone well and hundreds of 18th century and 19th century artifacts. One foundation may be an earlier […]
Harford County Historic Preservation Commission Announces 2016 Award Winners
From Harford County government: The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission announced its 21st annual award recipients during a recently held ceremony at the historic Liriodendron Mansion in Bel Air. These awards, which are presented each May in honor of National Historic Preservation Month, recognize individuals and organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to stewardship of […]
New HCC Exhibition Explores the 1963 March on Washington in the Context of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation
From Harford Community College: Changing America: The Emancipation Proclamation, 1863, and the March on Washington, 1963, a traveling exhibition, will be on display at the Hays-Heighe House at Harford Community College from February 17 through March 25. The “Changing America” exhibition examines the relationship between two historically important “people’s movements” that resulted in the Emancipation […]
Harford County Historic Preservation Commission Presents 20th Annual Awards
From Harford County government: The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission presented its 20th annual awards during a recent ceremony at the historic Liriodendron Mansion in Bel Air. The awards recognize individuals and organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to stewardship of the county’s historic and cultural resources. Awards are presented each May in honor of […]
Harford Countians in History – The Famous and Infamous: Elijah J. Bond Patents the Ouija Board
The history and contributions of many fascinating Harford County citizens are relegated to the archives of time. In this and future issues, we hope to share some of their stories. Elijah J. Bond January 23rd 1847 – April 14th 1921 Elijah J. Bond and Family Elijah Jefferson Bond is perhaps best known for patenting the […]
Harford County Human Relations Commission and the Commission for Women Recognize Women’s History Month
From Harford County government: The Harford County Human Relations Commission and the Commission for Women are joining together to bring awareness to March as Women’s History Month. This year’s Women’s History Month theme is “Celebrating Women of Character, Courage, and Commitment.” The Commission for Women will host a ceremony announcing this year’s Women of Tomorrow […]