Come and meet a beekeeper and learn the importance of pollinators. Learn all you need to know about honey and how it is made. Have fun making a craft, playing pollinator bingo, and help build a pollinator house. This event has been rescheduled from July 13th.

Cost is $5 per child. Register here.

Space is limited. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Man vs. Nature: What can we Learn from the Past to Navigate the Present and Future

Award-winning author and Earth scientist, Ned Tillman, will share his first hand stories of exploration, exploitation, remediation and preservation in Howard County and beyond. He will offer insights as to the importance of the democratic process to create a balance between humans and nature. 

This free event is sponsored by the Howard County Historical Society and the Howard County Library System.

Join us for the September
MILL TOWN TEA!
Journey to Freedom: Solving the Mystery of
the Hobbs Schoolhouse

With Executive Director Dr.Mark Stout

September is Underground Railroad Month. Join us to Learn about a Daring Escape, a Journey to Freedom, & Solving a Historical Mystery.

When: Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 11:30am-1pm
Where: Museum of Howard County History
8328 Court Ave, Ellicott City
Cost: $45/per person (members) $55/per Person (non-member)
Limit: 50 Participants
Unlimited Tea, Service of Sandwiches, Scones, Sweets, and a short historical presentation
Plenty of free parking at the Old Courthouse parking lot, Ellicott City Maryland

Register Here

A PUZZLE ADVENTURE FOR ALL AGES UNCOMMON PLACES, CURIOUS CLUES, & MYSTERIOUS CASES

Sponsored by the Howard County Historical Society and the Ellicott City Partnership, participate in this unique “Puzzle Adventure” crafted by local teacher Scot Ehrhardt. Learn about the rich history of Ellicott City as you try to solve a mystery by navigating a series of unique sites. The event is free and open to all ages!

WHAT IS IT? A free walkable puzzle adventure in Historic Ellicott City–it’s not a race or competition. Prizes will be available to all finishers. The total walking distance is about a mile, and will take 1-1.5 hours. Paths and buildings include stairs.

WHEN IS IT? September 28 and 29, 2024, from 1:00-5:00pm (within business hours of all the organizations). Come either day, anytime during the open hours.

WHO IS IT FOR? Everyone! The storyline and puzzle elements are geared toward players ages 9 and up, but the content is appropriate for any age.  Families and groups working together will experience the most success.

WHERE DO I GET MATERIALS? You can view starting materials anytime with the link above, or pick up a paper copy at the Welcome Center (8267 Main St, Ellicott City, MD 21043) from Sept 14-29. The puzzle accesses various in-person locations in Historic Ellicott City, MD.

WHAT DO I NEED? A smartphone (to access the hints and maybe check a map) and comfortable shoes!

Register here

Hell House: The Making of a Dark Legend

Under the October Full Moon, journey to the top of Mt. Misery for the premiere of Hell House: The Making of a Dark Legend, by Rissa Miller. Join us for this captivating journey through time as we explore the transformation of a once-revered school into one of Maryland’s most notorious haunts. Uncover the history of this grand estate, as we begin when  the footsteps of seminary students echoed through the halls, and how it fell into disrepair, ultimately becoming shrouded in shadowy mystery. Don’t miss the spine-tingling intrigue just in time for Halloween as we venture into the story of Hell House.

Free parking at the courthouse lot and a short walk to the museum.  For those who cannot attend in person, virtual tickets are available.

Questions: info@hchsmd.org or 410.480.3250 

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here.