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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.
Notable People
Updated On: Jun 20, 2024 | Charles Stewart, an enslaved man from Calvert County, fled to the British during the War of 1812. He returned to help 13 others escape.
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Updated On: Oct 31, 2024 | Maryland enslaved were not freed on June 19, 1865, with Granger's General Order No. 3 nor with Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. When were they freed?
History
Updated On: Apr 30, 2024 |
All Calvert Library Online Resources Browse all the premium online resources that Calvert Library offers. The African American Mosiac Research African American history
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Updated On: Apr 27, 2024 | Black Africans brought their traditional applique form of quilt making with them to the Americans during the Middle Passage. A few of Dr. Joan
Places to Experience
Updated On: Apr 22, 2024 | The Charles County Public Library strives to offer a variety of programs that reflect the interests of our growing and diverse population.
History
Updated On: May 22, 2024 | Through Piscataway Eyes is the title of the Piscataway Conoy Tribe's Master Plan published December 2016. Read their vision and story through their eyes.
History
Updated On: May 22, 2024 |
The Piscataway Conoy Tribe™ received Maryland State recognition on January 9, 2012. The Official Piscataway Conoy Tribe Website
News Article History
Updated On: Apr 19, 2024 | A permanent exhibit on the history of lynching in Maryland coming to the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture.
Places to Experience
Updated On: Apr 17, 2024 | Humans have utilized Kings Landing Park land for thousands of years. There is evidence of use by Native American, Captain John Smith, as a
Places to Experience
Updated On: Apr 17, 2024 | Piney Point Lighthouse stands preserved as the oldest lighthouse on the Potomac River. The Maritime History building showcases locally made boats and stories of
