Events for September and October
Harps in the Garden - another Year of the Harp 2017 event
Sunday, September 17th 1:30-3:30pm FREE
Spend an enchanting afternoon at Hampton National Historic Site. on Sunday, 9/17,
from 1:30 to 3:30 PM when student and professional harpists will play in several locations around the Hampton Mansion's grounds. Please come enjoy the heavenly sounds of harps while walking through the gardens. Play the "Eliza Ridgely's treasure hunt and harp quiz"! Each harpist holds the answer to a clue. Enjoy the music and find all five answers for a chance to win a prize! Fun for all!
from 1:30 to 3:30 PM when student and professional harpists will play in several locations around the Hampton Mansion's grounds. Please come enjoy the heavenly sounds of harps while walking through the gardens. Play the "Eliza Ridgely's treasure hunt and harp quiz"! Each harpist holds the answer to a clue. Enjoy the music and find all five answers for a chance to win a prize! Fun for all!
The African American Quilt Esthetic
Sunday, September 17th 2-3:30 in the Orangery - FREE
The African American Quilters of Baltimore was founded in 1989 by three African American quilters seeking the community of other African American quilters. Their primary goal was to offer support and information for African American quilters in an environment of acceptance and welcome. Since that time, the group has grown in size and diversity and includes quilters of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals. In addition, its members participate in projects in schools, libraries and museums in keeping with our “Each One, Teach One” philosophy. To learn more about this amazing group, visit http://aaqb.org/
The African American Quilters of Baltimore was founded in 1989 by three African American quilters seeking the community of other African American quilters. Their primary goal was to offer support and information for African American quilters in an environment of acceptance and welcome. Since that time, the group has grown in size and diversity and includes quilters of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals. In addition, its members participate in projects in schools, libraries and museums in keeping with our “Each One, Teach One” philosophy. To learn more about this amazing group, visit http://aaqb.org/
Harvest Day on the Farm at Hampton National Historic Site
Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 12:00pm-4:00pm
Spend an afternoon on the farm and explore what work and life were like on an antebellum plantation. See demonstrations of 19th century cider-pressing, ice cream making, and weaving. Participate in corn shucking contests, 19th century- style farming, and period games for the entire family! Learn milking techniques with “Snooky” the cow and the Maryland Dairy Princess, back by popular demand.
Listen to old time music featuring Ranger Tim and an ensemble of musicians on the fiddle and banjo. Join Ranger Anokwale at 12:30 pm, as she gives a tour of the farm buildings including the original slave quarters and gives voice to those forced into servitude on the Ridgelys’ estate.
Hear stories of the enslaved African Americans in song as the Washington Revels Jubilee Voices, dressed in period attire, sing in front of the overseer’s farm house at 2:00 pm and 2:40pm.
Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit our website www.nps.gov/hamp or call 410 823-1309 x254.
Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 12:00pm-4:00pm
Spend an afternoon on the farm and explore what work and life were like on an antebellum plantation. See demonstrations of 19th century cider-pressing, ice cream making, and weaving. Participate in corn shucking contests, 19th century- style farming, and period games for the entire family! Learn milking techniques with “Snooky” the cow and the Maryland Dairy Princess, back by popular demand.
Listen to old time music featuring Ranger Tim and an ensemble of musicians on the fiddle and banjo. Join Ranger Anokwale at 12:30 pm, as she gives a tour of the farm buildings including the original slave quarters and gives voice to those forced into servitude on the Ridgelys’ estate.
Hear stories of the enslaved African Americans in song as the Washington Revels Jubilee Voices, dressed in period attire, sing in front of the overseer’s farm house at 2:00 pm and 2:40pm.
Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit our website www.nps.gov/hamp or call 410 823-1309 x254.
The Wine and Food of Spain
presented by
The Women’s Committee
of Historic Hampton, Inc.
Friday, October 27, 2017 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost: $90 per person
Net Proceeds Benefit Hampton National Historic Site
The Engineers Club at the Garrett Jacobs Mansion
11 West Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore, MD 21201
Complimentary Valet Parking in front of Mansion
For reservations or additional information
Contact: Nancy E. Smith, Chairwoman, 410-665-8133
Or email Peggy Grieve at peggygrieve@gmail.com
presented by
The Women’s Committee
of Historic Hampton, Inc.
Friday, October 27, 2017 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost: $90 per person
Net Proceeds Benefit Hampton National Historic Site
The Engineers Club at the Garrett Jacobs Mansion
11 West Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore, MD 21201
Complimentary Valet Parking in front of Mansion
For reservations or additional information
Contact: Nancy E. Smith, Chairwoman, 410-665-8133
Or email Peggy Grieve at peggygrieve@gmail.com
Baltimore County Tourism
Enjoy this video from BMORE Lifestyle featuring Hampton National Historic Site in Towson – visit this historic, hidden gem right here in Baltimore County!
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Enjoy this video from BMORE Lifestyle featuring Hampton National Historic Site in Towson – visit this historic, hidden gem right here in Baltimore County!
Click Here to View!
Be sure to LIKE their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BaltimoreCountyTourism/
200th Anniversary Party for Eliza Ridgely's Harp - June 17, 2017
Historic Hampton celebrated the 200th anniversary of the creation of Eliza Ridgely's harp on June 17th. Dozens of people came to enjoy harpist Elaine Bryant's concert in the Orangery. An impressive display cake designed by La Cakerie had images of Eliza Ridgely and the harp on the layers. Our guests enjoyed refreshments after the concert and heard updates concerning the planned harp conservation and Historic Hampton, Inc.'s ongoing fundraising. For more info about our Year of the Harp, please click here.
Ferns for Urns
Need a unique gift for a garden lover? Love gardens? Hampton has dozens of historic urns surrounding the mansion. Each Spring they are planted with ferns and annual flowers. You can sponsor one of our historic urns for only $35. Give a Hampton urn as a thoughtful retirement, birthday or anniversary gift. Click here for purchase link.
Thank you for supporting Hampton NHS.