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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.
History
Updated On: Mar 27, 2024 | The Society has range of files: marine life, lighthouses, steam boats, etc.
History
Updated On: Apr 16, 2024 | A collection of books and materials on the Indigenous people of Southern Maryland
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | The navigation acts were passed by Parliament to promote self-sufficiency within the empire, resulting in an increase in the number of enslaved in the
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | The first known purchase of an enslaved person in Maryland took place in 1644, in St. Mary's County.
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | Mathias de Sousa came to Maryland as servant to Father Andrew, gained his freedom and attended a meeting of the Maryland Assembly in 1642.
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | Father Andrew White baptized Kittamaquund, the Piscataway Tayac, and his family.
Timeline
Updated On: Mar 31, 2024 | The settlers landed on St. Clement's Island on March 25,1634, and then met with the Piscataway for a permanent settlement area.
History
Updated On: Apr 6, 2024 | Church registers are often a source of information regarding the treatment of the enslaved.
History
Updated On: Mar 27, 2024 | Oral histories are available at Calvert Co. Historical Society online.
History
Updated On: Mar 27, 2024 | The Society has books available including those listed.
