The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland

Stop in for a drink at Covalent Spirits Westminster on January 11th 6pm as HSCC continues History: Shaken and Stirred. Once again there will be four or five speakers telling three 5-minute, untold, local history stories shared with the crowd in a fun, relaxed setting. This quarter, Untold Stories of Sykesville will be told. A special

Westminster High School opened at 121 Longwell Ave in 1936 and served as the community’s high school until 1971, when the current high school opened on Washington Road. The old high school then served as East Middle School for the next 50 years.  In 2023, it was demolished to make room for a new East

Postponed from Saturday, January 20, 2024 This year we will celebrate the history and achievements of Lehigh Cement (now Heidelberg Materials), which has been in operation in Union Bridge for more than 100 years. During that time, Lehigh has been an important community partner, supporting countless initiatives in Carroll County. We will hear about future plans,

Presented by John Yingling. In 2019, Crawford Yingling Insurance celebrated a century of service to the community. Started by John Yingling’s grandfather, Carroll Crawford, in 1919, the business has weathered wars, the Great Depression, technological changes, and more to reach its 100th anniversary. John will share the interesting history and resiliency of the firm. He

Join us for our annual Carroll County History Day and History Expo on Saturday, February 24 from 9am-1pm at Westminster High School in collaboration with the Historical Society of Carroll County, and the Carroll County Celebrating America committee. We have over 300 students who registered for Carroll County History Day this year! Our middle school

Due to the Box Lunch Talk having to be canceled in January, we will be having a joint talk for this very special Box Lunch Talk! Westminster High School opened at 121 Longwell Ave in 1936 and served as the community’s high school until 1971, when the current high school opened on Washington Road. The

Stop in for a drink at Covalent Spirits Westminster on April 4th at 6pm as HSCC continues History: Shaken and Stirred. Once again there will be five speakers telling three 5-minute, untold, local history stories shared with the crowd in a fun, relaxed setting. This quarter, Untold Stories of Mt. Airy will be told. A special

Jennifer’s Munch's grandfather kept bee hives and always had a dish of honey on the table. In 2015, Jennifer decided to add beekeeping to her projects around her farm. She started by taking a class with the Carroll County Bee Keepers Association and has been enthralled with bees, their life cycle, and their superorganism ever

Let us play among the stars and see what spring is like! We invite you to join us for the Historical Society of Carroll County’s Legacy Gala on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Antrim 1844, from 6:00-11:00 pm, to celebrate our 85th Anniversary! This exciting milestone Anniversary will be celebrated with dining, dancing, and socializing.

For Adults. From the bestselling author Jeff Shaara, comes the story of rising conflict between the super-powers that gripped the world, a global war that almost happened: The Cuban Missile Crisis. Extensively researched and vividly imagined, 'The Shadow of War' brings to life the many threads that lead to the building crisis between the Soviet

Presented by Deborah Bowers. The Carroll County Agricultural Land Preservation Program administers various programs, with the goal of permanently preserving at least 100,000 acres of agricultural land. Deborah will give an overview of the program and its success. Admission – Please check in when you arrive! The fee is $3.00 for HSCC members, $7.00 for non-members.

You are cordially invited to attend the Society’s 85th Anniversary Variety Show on June 6, 5-7pm at the Carroll Arts Center. This is a free event! Although reservations aren’t required, you may reserve your tickets in advance on the Society's website Variety Show sponsors Linda and Mel Mills will introduce the premier viewing of our

Presented by John Laycock. Norman Bruce was an immigrant, prominent landowner, businessman, soldier, politician, husband and father. He founded Bruceville, where the home he built, Myrtle Hill, still stands. John is currently working to place a roadside marker commemorating a Revolutionary War era encampment in Carroll County. Admission – Please check in when you arrive! The

Stop in for a drink at Covalent Spirits Westminster on July 11th at 6pm as HSCC continues History: Shaken and Stirred. Once again there will be five speakers telling three 5-minute, untold, local history stories shared with the crowd in a fun, relaxed setting. This quarter, Untold Stories of New Windsor will be told. A special

Presented by Jonathan Herman. Jonathan Herman has renovated many historic properties in Carroll County, including Cockey’s Tavern in 2008. He received the 2013 Maryland Preservation Award for Excellence in Residential Rehabilitation from the Maryland Historic Trust, for his renovation of Wilson’s Inheritance in Union Bridge. He will be sharing interesting experiences over his 50 years

This fun interactive history fair was our event formerly known as Sundae Scoop. Join us at the Society on Saturday, July 27th from 11 am – 4 pm where we will have many more exhibitors and fun activities. What’s staying the same? You will still be able to dunk King George, we will have Pat

Presented by Clay Matthews. Clay Matthews will share the history of Cascade Lake from its origins, to its emergency and permanent closing due to the weakening of its earthen dam. Clay has great memories of working at Cascade Lake when he was in high school. All are welcome to share any memories they have of

Union Mills Homestead and the Historical Society of Carroll County are pleased to present a Tavern Talk on Wednesday, August 21st at 7 pm. A Not So Splendid War, The Spanish American War and Harry Shriver will be presented by Robert Ambrose and will tell the misadventures of a son of Carroll County, Harry Shriver,

Last year’s event was a lot of fun! The entertainment this year will be Billy Harrison & the Haywire Bluegrass Band. For more information about the band, please https://harrisonhaywireband.com. Pat Martin and his delicious food will be returning. We will have a selection of bourbon distributors, as well as wine and beer. Water and soft

Presented by Jason Dudderar. Jason grew up in the Uniontown area and started riding horses at a very young age. He is now the Master of the Carrollton Hounds. He will share the history and adventure of fox hunting in Carroll County and the surrounding area. When not on horseback, Jason is a Vice President

Presented by Sam Riley. Historian and scholar, Sam Riley will share his research on local turnpikes with a focus on the eighteenth and nineteenth century taverns that played an important role in region’s development. Admission – Please check in when you arrive! The fee is $3.00 for HSCC members, $7.00 for non-members.

Presented by Larry Valett. Larry Valett, Vice President of the Historical Society of Mt. Airy, has recently written a book on the early history of Mt. Airy, published by the Mt. Airy Historical Society. He will share interesting stories from his research. Valett is retired and has lived in Mt. Airy for 32 years. He served

Presented by Andrea Berstler. Andrea Berstler, Executive Director of Carroll County Public Library, will give a history of Christmas customs, share favorite Christmas books and stories, and the traditions that inspired the tales. Admission – Please check in when you arrive! The fee is $3.00 for HSCC members, $7.00 for non-members.