Search Results
The search results are drawn from the organizations that contain significant history resources, and the categories including places to experience, notable people and the timeline. All can be searched by keyword, time, theme, type, counties and audience. The search filters were developed with the school systems to align with State social studies requirements.
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | The Governor and council agreed to allow the Mattawoman to continue to live on their old habitation grounds, where the English could keep command
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | Maryland’s first slave law was passed in 1664, although slavery had been practiced in Maryland for many years before then.
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | In the name of peace and safety, an ordinance was passed stating that no English shall build a house or settle within three miles
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | English settler Giles Brent was forced to leave the Province in part because of his was his marriage to Mary Kittamaquund, daughter of the
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | Captain John Smith traveled and mapped the Bay and its tributaries during four voyages between 1607 and 1609, including native settlements.
History
Updated On: Apr 29, 2024 | Recordings of the annual forums of Big Conversation Partners in Dismantling Racism and Privilege in Southern Maryland. Their mission is to cultivate public understanding
Notable People History Photo Gallery
Updated On: Apr 6, 2024 | Agnes Kane Callum was a distinguished genealogist on Maryland African American history; her vision created the Sotterley Descendants Program.
History Notable People Photo Gallery
Updated On: Jun 20, 2024 | Alexander Covington fled enslavement in Lusby, Maryland and join the British during the War of 1812.
Notable People History
Updated On: Aug 1, 2024 | William A. Diggs a Charles County educator and founder of the African American Museum
History
Updated On: Mar 30, 2024 | Historic St. Mary's City offers excellent materials for teachers and students.
