What’s Happening at Heritage Frederick

Thanks to a generous anonymous donation, HF is pleased to offer free admission for the rest of our 2024 season- come see our current exhibits before they’re gone!

Interested in sponsoring a month of free admission in 2025? Contact Savannah Laury at outreach@frederickhistory.org

Annual Fall Fundraiser at Houck Mansion

Thursday September 19th

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Patio Music Series: Jason Ager

Wednesday September 25th 5-7pm

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and come ready to eat, drink, and jam! Pack some snacks and take advantage of local Loew Vineyards who will be selling wine on site (BYOB also allowed!)

Gate opens at 5:00, music 5:30 – 7:00

Back by popular demand! Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour

Every Saturday in October, 7-8:30pm

From burglaries and brawls to bootlegging and bedaubing (vandalism), Frederick’s history is full of all things macabre. Join us as we dive into the sordid tales of our city’s past on this special tour just in time for spooky season!

*This tour discusses violence and crime and is recommended for visitors age 12+. We leave from 24 E Church St and end at S Market St and Carroll Creek Wy*

March 1 – December 14, 2024

Brushes with History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick features the works of a few of the most notable artists who have worked in Frederick County. With beautiful paintings of the County’s landmarks and natural splendor, our story explores the ways in which the visual arts provided economic opportunity to individuals and communities. As we admire their talents captured on canvas, porcelain, metalware, and other media, we celebrate the role these artists have played in shaping our communities both past and present.

Enjoy free admission now through our season close, December 14th!

Digital History Library

With the generous support of Don Linton, Heritage Frederick is excited to share our new Digital History Library. Browse works on local history, notable figures, and historic architecture for free. Current offerings in the Digital History Library include books exploring the revitalization of Downtown Frederick, a survey of eighteenth and nineteenth century houses around Frederick County, and a biography of Charles V. Main, former Chief of the Frederick City Police Department, among others.

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Heritage Frederick is a dynamic educational and cultural organization that recognizes the impact of Frederick County, Maryland, on our state, nation, and world. Heritage Frederick excels in engaging and interactive experiences that are relevant, accessible and meaningful to all people.

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