The Historical Society of Harford County

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143 N Main St.
Bel Air, MD 21014 United States Get Directions

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  • The Historical Society’s Annual Lecture

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    Featuring author Ned Tillman discussing his newly released novel, Good Endeavor: A Maryland Family’s Turbulent History 1695 - 2002

    $15.00

  • The Lincolns, the Booths and the Spirits

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    We're very excited to announce that the Junius B. Booth Society (JBBS) and the Historical Society of Harford County, Inc. (HSHC) are holding an intriguing, one-of-a kind fundraising event, featuring author/historian Terry Alford and author/historian Kathryn Canavan on Saturday, October 21 at the Historical Society of Harford County, 143 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD....

    $30.00

  • Genealogy Workshop – Back to Basics Genealogy

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    Each year for Family History Month, the Society offers a one-day Genealogy Workshop with guest speakers and the opportunity to research the voluminous genealogical materials in the Society’s archives. The 2023 Workshop theme for this year is Back to Basics Genealogy and will be led by genealogist, Mary Schweers. Attendees will learn about the incredible...

    $5 – $15

  • Annual Meeting

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    This year's Annual Meeting will include a catered dinner, libations, a silent auction, the opportunity to see the restoration of the Society Headquarters firsthand, and an outstanding performance by Historic Reenactor, Rosemarie Law relating the harrowing tale of Virginia Hall, an American spy. Now, that we are once again allowed to meet indoors, we have...

    $45.00 – $75.00

  • Finding Your Roots: Who Do You Think You Are?

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    Ancestor Hunt - A parent & child adventure - Ages 12 - 15 Learn the basics of genealogy & search for your ancestors. Parent/guardian must attend with child, laptop required

    $25

  • Spring into History: The Historical Society’s Grand Reopening

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    You’re invited!  Please join us on Saturday, May 20, 2023, 2 – 6 pm at the Historical Society Headquarters, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air for our Grand Reopening.  It has been a long time coming with the building restoration efforts complicated by Covid closures and the inevitable “construction surprises”, but we believe you...

  • Genealogy Workshop

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    Records and Genealogy by Chris Smithson Learn the basics of genealogy and search for your ancestors. Register for free if you are a member, or purchase a $10 ticket if you are not. Please enter through the front entrance, the back entrance will be closed.

    Free for Members

  • Genealogy Workshop

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    On March 15, 2023 at 7 pm, the Historical Society’s bi-monthly genealogy series will continue with a presentation by Genealogist Mary Schweers entitled Occupations and Crafts of our Ancestors. So much of our lives are dictated by the professions we choose or are chosen for us. One way to gain a better understanding of our...

    $15

  • The Story of the Ma & Pa Railroad

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    Everyone is invited to an in-person presentation regaling all on the mysteries and legends of the Ma & Pa Railroad by railroad aficionado, Walt Holloway, on February 18, 2023, at 2 pm at the Historical Society’s Headquarters, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air. Area residents have long been enamored by the unique rail line...

    $15

  • Genealogy Workshop Series Returns

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    On January 11th, 2023, at 7 pm, the 2023 Genealogy Workshop series will return with an in-person program hosted by the genealogist, Chris Smithson at the Historical Society Headquarters, 143 N. Main St. in Bel Air.  Mr. Smithson will present a class on “Finding your Ancestors on the Tax Rolls”. There are many vehicles to...

  • Annual Fall Yard Sale and Volunteer Open House

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    Sale located on the Historical Society’s Parking lot No table or chairs provided/ no electricity on site Food truck available/ Advertising provided Now accepting applications on a first come/first serve basis, walk-ins available if space is still available on day of event. Deadline to Apply: October 21, 2022 Sell your stuff by purchasing a 10'...

    Free

  • Annual Genealogy Conference: Finding the Story

    The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

    This year has seen the return of the genealogy program "Who Do You Think You Are" (WDYTYA) which has touted the art of genealogy and the wonderful stories it can reveal. The show is sponsored by Ancestry.com but a lot of the seekers are sent to repositories to find out more information. In truth, there...

    $20.00

  • Harford Civil Rights Project with Dr. James Karmel

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    Faculty and students at Harford Community College have worked on several civil rights projects since 2019. These included more than 500 students working on civil rights related projects in drama, English and history courses. Several of these courses looked at the civil rights struggle of the 50s and 60s and the impacts of segregation in...

    $10.00