Upcoming Events
Family Tours of the Hampton Mansion
First Saturday of every month at 10:30 am - August until December
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for special family tours of the Hampton mansion. These 30-minute, family-friendly tours will engage children of all ages in exploring America’s past through the history of the Ridgely family, from the post-Revolutionary era to the Civil War. Tour guides will explain how the Ridgely children lived, learned, and played on the Hampton estate, and how their families were impacted by changing cultural, social, and political movements in the United States. Visitors will also learn about the experiences of the enslaved children that lived and worked on the estate. Museums are great places for children to learn and explore, and young visitors will have the chance to develop and practice good museum visiting skills as part of the tour.
Tickets are required to participate in the Family Tours. Tickets are free of charge and must be obtained at the Visitor Contact Station prior to the beginning of the tour. Tickets will be available beginning at 9:00 am on the morning of the tour only. Advanced registration and tickets are not available.
Tours are limited to 15 people per tour on a first come, first served basis.
For additional information call 410-823-1309.
First Saturday of every month at 10:30 am - August until December
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for special family tours of the Hampton mansion. These 30-minute, family-friendly tours will engage children of all ages in exploring America’s past through the history of the Ridgely family, from the post-Revolutionary era to the Civil War. Tour guides will explain how the Ridgely children lived, learned, and played on the Hampton estate, and how their families were impacted by changing cultural, social, and political movements in the United States. Visitors will also learn about the experiences of the enslaved children that lived and worked on the estate. Museums are great places for children to learn and explore, and young visitors will have the chance to develop and practice good museum visiting skills as part of the tour.
Tickets are required to participate in the Family Tours. Tickets are free of charge and must be obtained at the Visitor Contact Station prior to the beginning of the tour. Tickets will be available beginning at 9:00 am on the morning of the tour only. Advanced registration and tickets are not available.
Tours are limited to 15 people per tour on a first come, first served basis.
For additional information call 410-823-1309.
Hampton from “Grandeur” to Green: Life and Landscape
September 14 and October 5
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
September 14 and October 5
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Gardening and scenic landscaping have played important roles in social and cultural histories of the United States and the world. For much of Hampton’s history, scenic gardening reflected the interests, social statuses, wealth, and creativity of the Ridgely family. From the 1790’s to modern day, the cultural landscape of Hampton has changed to suit the wants and needs of those who occupy the property. From ornate gardens that mirror those of great palaces in Paris, to the more practical use of greenhouses for cultivating flowers and vegetables, Hampton’s landscape tells the story of the many functions of landscaping and the labors used to create landscapes. Join a guided tour of the Hampton gardens to learn more about the history of the estate’s cultural landscape and its purpose over time. Discover the many functions of the gardens and how the National Park Service preserves the gardens today.
This program is free and open to the public. The program will begin at the Visitor Contact Station. The program will be outdoors so visitors are advised to dress appropriately for seasonal weather. Reservations are not required and will not be taken. Call 410-823-1309 to confirm program availability.
This program is free and open to the public. The program will begin at the Visitor Contact Station. The program will be outdoors so visitors are advised to dress appropriately for seasonal weather. Reservations are not required and will not be taken. Call 410-823-1309 to confirm program availability.
A Taste of Maryland: The History of Some of Maryland’s Most Iconic Foods
Sunday, September 29, 2019, 2 pm - 3:30 p.m. in the Orangery
Learn about the history of Maryland’s most iconic food traditions and food businesses such as Maryland Beaten Biscuits, crab cakes, coddies, McCormick Spices and Old Bay to some less well-known fare including black licorice, white potato pie, and peach fluff. This presentation is based on research presenter Joyce White has been doing in her role as curator for the state of Maryland permanent exhibit for the Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans, LA. The demonstration will be followed by the opportunity to taste an assortment of sweet and savory Maryland fare. Join us in the Orangery for an informative presentation that includes real food! Admission is free, handicap accessible. Reservations will not be taken, “first come, first served basis.” Call 410-823-1309 x254 or visit www.nps.gov/hamp
Sunday, September 29, 2019, 2 pm - 3:30 p.m. in the Orangery
Learn about the history of Maryland’s most iconic food traditions and food businesses such as Maryland Beaten Biscuits, crab cakes, coddies, McCormick Spices and Old Bay to some less well-known fare including black licorice, white potato pie, and peach fluff. This presentation is based on research presenter Joyce White has been doing in her role as curator for the state of Maryland permanent exhibit for the Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans, LA. The demonstration will be followed by the opportunity to taste an assortment of sweet and savory Maryland fare. Join us in the Orangery for an informative presentation that includes real food! Admission is free, handicap accessible. Reservations will not be taken, “first come, first served basis.” Call 410-823-1309 x254 or visit www.nps.gov/hamp
Hampton Art Experience
Friday, October 4, and Saturday, October 5, 2019
Mansion, Farm, and Gardens
Baltimore County Public Schools event
In partnership with HNHS and HHI, Baltimore County Public School students will participate in an engaging day of art-making at Hampton National Historic Site from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30p.m. on Friday, October 4th. Schools will select and participate in two of three History & Art workshops. Tours, led by National Park Service staff, will be 15 minutes and then students will attend art workshops by local artists. The event will culminate in an exhibition in the Orangery, on Saturday, October 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., of the students’ works created on Friday.
Friday, October 4, and Saturday, October 5, 2019
Mansion, Farm, and Gardens
Baltimore County Public Schools event
In partnership with HNHS and HHI, Baltimore County Public School students will participate in an engaging day of art-making at Hampton National Historic Site from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30p.m. on Friday, October 4th. Schools will select and participate in two of three History & Art workshops. Tours, led by National Park Service staff, will be 15 minutes and then students will attend art workshops by local artists. The event will culminate in an exhibition in the Orangery, on Saturday, October 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., of the students’ works created on Friday.
Harvest Day
Saturday, October 19, 2019
The Lower Farm, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join us for our annual Harvest Day on the Lower Farm! Experience Antebellum era traditions and farming techniques. Enjoy ongoing farm activities from cider pressing and ice cream making demonstrations to corn shucking contests. NPS staff and volunteers, dressed in period attire, will demonstrate farming techniques and play music on the fiddle and banjo. Learn more about the enslaved and indentured individuals who worked on the Hampton estate. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 410-823-1309. Stay tuned for a detailed schedule.
An Evening of Elegance
October 19, 2019
hosted by The Women's Committee of Historic Hampton, Inc.
The Country Club of Maryland, 1101 Stevenson Ln, Baltimore, MD 21286 (note the new location!)
Details will follow
Harvest Day
Saturday, October 19, 2019
The Lower Farm, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join us for our annual Harvest Day on the Lower Farm! Experience Antebellum era traditions and farming techniques. Enjoy ongoing farm activities from cider pressing and ice cream making demonstrations to corn shucking contests. NPS staff and volunteers, dressed in period attire, will demonstrate farming techniques and play music on the fiddle and banjo. Learn more about the enslaved and indentured individuals who worked on the Hampton estate. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 410-823-1309. Stay tuned for a detailed schedule.
An Evening of Elegance
October 19, 2019
hosted by The Women's Committee of Historic Hampton, Inc.
The Country Club of Maryland, 1101 Stevenson Ln, Baltimore, MD 21286 (note the new location!)
Details will follow
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Holidays at Hampton
Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 8 p.m. Save the date! Holidays at Hampton is scheduled for December 14 - 15, 2019. A complete schedule of events will be available in November 2019. |
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Ferns for Urns
Give the Gift of Beauty!
Your sponsorship gift of Ferns for Urns will fill a loved one’s heart with joy, while helping to preserve the beauty and history of the urns and gardens of the Hampton National Historic Site. The Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland, District III are planning another year of planting the urns - more information to come. Urns will be cleaned and planted in the spring of 2019.
Gift sponsorships are perfect for anyone or any occasion.
For $35.00, your gift recipient will receive an adoption package which includes:
535 Hampton Lane, Towson, MD 21286. For additional information, please call 410-828-9480 or
email HHI at info@historichampton.org
Give the Gift of Beauty!
Your sponsorship gift of Ferns for Urns will fill a loved one’s heart with joy, while helping to preserve the beauty and history of the urns and gardens of the Hampton National Historic Site. The Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland, District III are planning another year of planting the urns - more information to come. Urns will be cleaned and planted in the spring of 2019.
Gift sponsorships are perfect for anyone or any occasion.
For $35.00, your gift recipient will receive an adoption package which includes:
- a note card stating a sponsorship donation was made in his/her honor
- a species card of the ferns planted in the urns
- a one year subscription to the Hampton Highlights e-newsletter
- invitations to garden events
535 Hampton Lane, Towson, MD 21286. For additional information, please call 410-828-9480 or
email HHI at info@historichampton.org
