Upcoming Events
MARCH: Women's History Month
New Light on Hidden Lives: Discovering the Histories of Hampton
Sunday, March 10, 2019, 2:00-3:00 PM
The Orangery
Gregory Weidman, Curator, Hampton National Historic Site and Hampton Ethnography Project Staff Liaison will present a fully illustrated lecture based on her recent research as a member of the team of scholars, historians, ethnographers, and researchers that are working to uncover and document the lives and families of the individuals enslaved at Hampton. Her presentation of important recent findings will focus on the newly illuminated lives of the enslaved women of Hampton. She will show the broad range of historic records, archival materials, photographs, newspapers, and other sources that were used to explore the stories of these women, documenting their lives both before and after freedom, including identifying their family groups and the lives of descendants.
The program will take place in the Orangery. Admission and parking are free on a first come, first served basis. Reservations are not needed and will not be taken. ADA accessible. For more information, call 410-823-1309.
APRIL
On the Plantation Tour
April 14, 2019
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Mansion and Farm
Dressed in Antebellum period attire, Park Ranger Anokwale will guide visitors around the grounds of Hampton and give voice to the enslaved African Americans and European indentured servants who made the Ridgelys' lavish lifestyle possible. Participants will have the opportunity to experience first hand, replicas of items used on the plantation during the 1800s. Admission and parking are free on a first come, first served basis. ADA accessible. Reservations are not required and will not be taken. For more information please call 410 823-1309.
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 14, 2019, 2-3 pm
Stay tuned for more information!
Women's Committee's 30th Annual Spring Luncheon April 17th
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MAY
Hampton Arts Initiative Student/Teacher Art Exhibition
Sunday, May 5, 2019
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
The Orangery and Mansion
A public exhibition of Baltimore Country student/teacher artwork will take place on Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 1:30-3:30. During the exhibition Historic Hampton, Inc. will present awards (2:30 pm) and offer light refreshments (juice, water, cookies) in the Orangery. Meanwhile, in the Great Hall, Student Harpists and Elaine Bryant will perform as visitors enjoy the Open House tours in the Mansion.
Mother's Day: Victorian Dances
Sunday, May 12, 2019
The Orangery
Stay tuned for more information.
SAVE THE DATE
The Women’s Committee of Historic Hampton, Inc. extends a cordial invitation to their
30th Annual Spring Luncheon
Wednesday, April 17, 2019, 10:30 am
Eagle’s Nest Country Club
12801 Stone Hill Rd, Phoenix, MD 21131
$55 per person
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This annual event, offering fine fare, exceptional entertainment, and a silent auction,
provides a delightful means to secure additional funding for restoration,
conservation, and preservation projects at Hampton National Historic Site.
Hats and Gloves encouraged
For more information contact Phyllis Panopoulos at phpanopolous@msn.com
The Women’s Committee of Historic Hampton, Inc. extends a cordial invitation to their
30th Annual Spring Luncheon
Wednesday, April 17, 2019, 10:30 am
Eagle’s Nest Country Club
12801 Stone Hill Rd, Phoenix, MD 21131
$55 per person
Reply Card
This annual event, offering fine fare, exceptional entertainment, and a silent auction,
provides a delightful means to secure additional funding for restoration,
conservation, and preservation projects at Hampton National Historic Site.
Hats and Gloves encouraged
For more information contact Phyllis Panopoulos at phpanopolous@msn.com
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
