Historic Hampton, Inc.

Activities

ALL TIMES AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

PLEASE CALL THE NPS VISITORS' CENTER BEFORE EVENTS TO VERIFY DETAILS:

410-823-1309 X-251.

Current Hours

Grounds
Daily; 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Mansion Open
Open Thursday through Monday; 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Mansion Tours
10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.

Lower House Open
10:00 a.m.-Noon; 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
*hours may vary based on staff availability

Home Farm Tours
11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Starts at Lower House; 40 minutes

Home Farm, Slave Quarters, Tenant Quarters, Dairy Open
9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Family Cemetery, Stables, Ice House Open
9:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
*The stables are currently closed.

Gardens and Grounds Tour
Available to groups with prior arrangement

*All programs are subject to staff availability. Please call ahead to confirm park hours of operation.

*Buildings and walking paths may be closed due to weather conditions, including but not limited to snow and ice. Please use caution when walking the grounds at Hampton.

Upcoming Activities

Jul 10, 2011	A HOUSE DIVIDED: THE CIVIL WAR AT HAMPTON *CONTINUING THROUGH MARCH 2012:* *A House Divided: The Civil War at Hampton:* Over 150 years ago, our nation was plunged into Civil War. At Hampton one finds evidence of conditions seen across the country, but especially in border states such as Maryland: families with divided loyalties, tensions on the home front, enslaved peoples’ desire for freedom. The exhibit highlights these themes as seen through Hampton’s rich collections, featuring numerous items never before on view, such as historic photographs, arms, war-related manuscripts, and memorabilia.
Feb 12, 2012	Hidden in Plain View: A Secret Story of Quilts and the Underground Railroad Please join us at 2 pm for a lively discussion about quilts and the Underground Railroad. Dr. Raymond Dobard, Howard University professor and co-author of the renowned and controversial book, "Hidden in Plain View," will discuss the fascinating secret codes of freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad.
Feb 19, 2012	President James Garfield, African Americans and the Civil War At 2 pm in the Orangery, there will be a power-point discussion of James A. Garfield (20th U.S. President) and his views on, and efforts in behalf of, African-Americans during the Civil War and Reconstruction.
Feb 25, 2012	The African American Experience Tour, 2 pm Experience through an enslaved woman's eyes the "peculiar institution" that fueled United States' economic engine and made vast plantations, such as Hampton possible. While in period dress, Park Ranger Angela Roberts-Burton will take you on a 90 minute journey through the Hampton mansion, ice house, and octagon house foundation. She will tell tales of those who toiled to make the Ridgelys' lavish lifestyle possible.
Mar 11, 2012	Musica Antiqua Quartet Musica Antiqua Quartet, now in its 25th season, performs music from Baltimore during the War of 1812, with period instruments and costumes. Times: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Mar 15, 2012	6th Annual Symposium on African-American History http://www.nps.gov/hamp/planyourvisit/2012-symposium.htm The 2012 Symposium on African American History committee is pleased to share the date for next year's symposium. Save the Date: March 15, 2012 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: Merrick Lecture Hall, Goucher College The theme of the 2012 symposium is "Free Yet Bound: African Americans in Baltimore 1800-1864." Dr. Christopher Phillips, author of Freedom's Port: The African American Community of Baltimore, 1790-1860 will be the key note speaker. A portrayal of Mother Mary Lange will be performed by Janice Greene. Other noted scholars will be discussing Baltimore's free African American community during the 1800s.
Mar 24, 2012	The African American Experience Tour Experience through an enslaved woman's eyes the "peculiar institution" that fueled United States' economic engine and made vast plantations, such as Hampton possible. While in period dress, Park Ranger Angela Roberts-Burton will take you on a 90 minute journey through the Hampton mansion, ice house, and octagon house foundation. She will tell tales of those who toiled to make the Ridgelys' lavish lifestyle possible.
Apr 15, 2012	Evolution of the Blues, 2 pm Dressed is African style garb, Joe Becton sings and plays traditional musical instruments (guitar and harmonica) as he takes participants on a walk through American history and music from Sy Gillat to John Coltrane. He traces the styles of music developed by Africans in America and the collision of cultures that created the music we call gospel, jazz and blues.
Apr 20, 2012	!! SPECIAL EVENT !! Kick-off of the Hampton Arts Initiative (HAI) Stay tuned for more details of this special event, which will take place from 6 to 8 pm in the Orangery, with a book-signing and talk by artist Elizabeth Cockey and historian Barton Cockey. This will feature an artists' showcase, art sale, and reception. The exhibit will continue on Saturday, April 21st. For more info please email HHI: historichampton@verizon.net

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