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Historic Architecture of Washington County Bus Tour
Historic Architecture of Washington County Bus Tour
Join us for an exciting bus tour of 18th and 19th century architectural of Washington County, from the Groh Mansion and Saylor House in Hagerstown, to the Ringgold Meeting House and Stone Field Farm in Smithsburg, MD. Price per guest is $50 for WCHS members and $65 for non-members. Includes lunch, snacks and drinks. Non-member tickets include a complementary WCHS individual membership. Contact us at 301-797-8782 or email us at info@washcohistory.org to make your reservation.
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Architecture Walking Tour of Downtown Hagerstown
Architecture Walking Tour of Downtown Hagerstown
Did you know? Much of Downtown Hagerstown’s urban “look” dates from its late 19th and early 20th century glory days as a railroad hub. Join us on September 14 and learn about the fascinating architecture behind the buildings you pass daily as Dr. Paula Reed, an architectural historian, guides us on a walk back in time. During this tour, you will travel to the square and along the first blocks of Potomac and Washington Streets and learn about the many architectural styles and periods of Downtown Hagerstown. The tour will begin at 2:00 PM, and we will gather in front of the Miller House Museum. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes and clothing. We will be walking about two miles. Tickets are very limited, with only 25 available; we hope to see you there!
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Genealogy Research Consultations, Wednesday, October 2
Genealogy Research Consultations, Wednesday, October 2
A staff genealogy researcher will be onsite for one-on-one genealogy consultations. From beginner to expert, our genealogist can help you out! The kinship Family Heritage Research Center is the only dedicated genealogy center in Washington County and is a “go-to” spot to learn more about the rich history of the area’s founding, industrial roots, and family ties. Consultations are Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and are geared for a full range of research experience. If you are a kinship member, your consultation is free. Walk-ins are welcomed, and you may pay at the door. Call 301-797-8782 or email info@washcohistory.org for more information about our genealogical services.
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Ft Ritchie/Catoctin History Bus Tour
Ft Ritchie/Catoctin History Bus Tour
Saturday, October 5th We'll start off by meeting at the JC Penney parking lot at the Valley Mall where we'll depart Hagerstown from this location by bus at 9:00 AM. We will retrun to this location by 3:30 PM Guests should plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Our group will first head east to visit the Catoctin Historical Society and Catoctin Furnace. Here we’ll take an hour tour of the site and see the museum. Next, we’ll make our way to Fort Ritchie, where we’ll arrive at the Ft. Ritchie Museum and meet up Museum Director, Katy Self. Guests can tour the museum and then we’ll take a slow driving tour around the Ft. Ritchie complex to learn about the fort’s fascinating history first hand. After Ft. Ritchie, we’ll end our day with a brief visit at Pen Mar Park and Museum. We’ll depart Pen Mar Park and continue on the bus for a driving survey of the Catoctin landscape, noting other nearby sites in the area, such as the Mt. Aetna Iron Furnace and the Great Cave in Cavetown. Price per guest is $50 for WCHS members and $65 for non-members. Includes lunch, snacks and travel. Non-member tickets include a complimentary WCHS individual membership. […]
