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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: Naganna Exhibits Hall & History Learning Center & Exhibits Opening
DESCRIPTION:We hope you can join us for the ribbon cutting and opening of the Naganna Exhibits Hall & History Learning Center and rededication of the Shriver-Weybright Auditorium on Thursday\, July 9 at 5 pm. At that time\, we will open our new Carroll 250 exhibit\, Carroll County at 250: People\, Place\, and the Making of History. The exhibit will showcase artifacts from the HSCC collection\, in addition to collections from Carroll County families and historic sites. \nOther spaces officially opening on July 9th: \nDoris J. Hull Event Serving Hall\nBarbara Shipley Guthrie Docent Lounge and Gallery\nDave and Sharon Bollinger Kimmey Exhibit Room\nWe want to thank our staff\, board of trustee members\, volunteers\, Samantha Dorsey\, collections consultant\, and especially the Shriver\, Weybright\, and Naganna families without whom this new space and exhibit would not be possible. \nThis is a free event and no registration is needed. \nMore about the exhibit: \nCarroll County at 250: People\, Place\, and the Making of History opens July 9th at the new Naganna Exhibits Hall & History Learning Center at 210 E. Main Street in Westminster. The exhibition will explore how local residents have lived\, shaped\, and remembered the nation’s founding ideals from the Revolutionary era to today. The chronological exhibition brings national history close to home. Through objects\, documents\, and stories drawn from the Society’s collections\, regional scholarship\, and community contributions\, visitors will discover how everyday life in Carroll County reflects broader American change. Guided by three central ideas\, place\, people\, and memory\, the exhibition will highlight how geography\, work\, belief\, and civic life have shaped the county across generations. Additionally\, the exhibit will demonstrate how history is preserved\, interpreted\, and shared over time. The exhibit will be open to the public Wednesday -Friday 11am-4pm weekly and will run through the end of 2027. \nThe Historical Society of Carroll County (HSCC) is discovering a plethora of incredible artifacts that will be on exhibit for the anniversary year\, including General Mordecai Gists’ Revolutionary era cane sword\, a famed Bruce family silver creamer\, original 18th century documents\, commemorative items from the 1976 bicentennial year\, and other never-before-seen items from area museums and private collectors. Several objects on loan include archival documents from Dickinson College in Carlise\, PA and pastel paintings from Frederick Kemmelmeyer\, on loan from the Maryland Center for History and Culture in Baltimore. \nSamantha Dorsey\, a consultant specializing in curation and exhibits in museums in the mid-Atlantic region\, is serving as guest curator of Carroll County at 250: People\, Place\, and the Making of History.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/ribbon-cutting-naganna-exhibits-hall-history-learning-center-exhibits-opening/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
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SUMMARY:“Just South of Gettysburg” The 163rd Anniversary Commemoration of Corbit’s Charge
DESCRIPTION:On June 27\, 2026\, The Pipe Creek Civil War Round Table in partnership with the Historical Society of Carroll County will commemorate the tragedy of war that took place on Westminster’s streets as well as the surrounding Carroll County\, Maryland area. This year’s event will feature a Memorial Service at the Corbit’s Charge Monument\, a Graveside Service in the historic Ascension Churchyard\, a guided tour of the historic sites around Westminster relating to Corbit’s Charge\, a guided tour of the historic Shellman House\, and a presentation on the Battle of Westminster\, aka “Corbit’s Charge.” This event provides a great educational experience for visitors of all ages. \nSo\, please join the Pipe Creek Civil War Roundtable and the Historical Society of Carroll County at the 2026 Corbit’s Charge event to honor and commemorate the Civil War history in Carroll County\, MD. For additional information\, please visit our website at http://pipecreekroundtable.org. \nQuestions? Visit the Pipe Creek Roundtable website or contact Laura Bankard at the Historical Society
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/battle-of-westminster-corbits-charge-2026/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Battle of Westminster: Corbit’s Charge Revisited
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Steve Carney. \nOn June 29th\, 1863\, the tragedy of war unfolded upon the streets of Westminster\, MD. This ferocious battle\, although brief\, caused major implications upon the Battle of Gettysburg and the Civil War as a whole. This talk\, given by historian Steven W. Carney\, will discuss the events leading up to “Corbit’s Charge\,” the battle itself\, the aftermath\, and the impact the battle had upon the Civil War. Steven will also discuss highlights of the role Carroll County played within the Gettysburg Campaign and the Civil War. \nSteven Carney is a Historian with over 20 years’ experience. He specializes on the American Civil War era and has worked with many organizations to provide educational programming on a variety of topics. His work is featured in the Living History Gazette\, USA Today\, and in film productions for the Travel Chanel\, American Heroes Channel\, and the Legends and Lies television series. Since 2011\, he has been a member and officer with the Pipe Creek Civil War Round Table and was chairman of the annual Corbit’s Charge commemoration event for ten years. Steven has served on the board of several organizations where he planned large-scale events and fundraising efforts for historical preservation. Steven earned a B.A. in Political Science and Sociology and an M.S. in Public Administration from McDaniel College and a certificate in Terrorism Analysis from the University of Maryland. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-battle-of-westminster-corbits-charge-revisited/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Carroll 250 Event: What a Revolution! A Dress in Two Days - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Historical Society of Carroll County and engage with mantua makers\, milliners and seamstresses as they create an 18th gown\, influenced by a portrait of Mrs. Mordecai Gist\, attributed to Charles Wilson Peale. \nDressed in 18th century clothing\, the ladies will be reproducing a stylish silk sacque back gown\, to be displayed in July. \nThis is a free event. No registration is required.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/carroll-250-event-what-a-revolution-a-dress-in-two-days-day-2/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: A Tribute to Carroll County’s Hometown Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Steve Bowersox. \nRemembering the reason for Memorial Day by paying Tribute to several of Carroll’s war casualties. Steve will speak about five soldiers from various conflicts and tell their stories. \nSteve is a member of the Board of Trustees at the Historical Society of Carroll County. He is a lifetime resident of Westminster and is retired from the Carroll County Public School system. He loves history in general and is particularly fond of Westminster History. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-a-tribute-to-carroll-countys-hometown-heroes/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Memories of Oakland Mills Before the Building of Liberty Reservoir
DESCRIPTION:Presented by The Liberty Reservoir History Group \nThe town of Oakland Mills existed in the Southeast corner of Carroll County prior to its demolition by Baltimore City to facilitate the damming of the North Branch of the Patapsco River. This talk features two speakers\, one who lived in the town prior to the reservoir and the other whose mother was born and raised in Oakland Mills while her father grew up on a farm on Ridge Road. They are cousins and will share personal and family memories of the town\, events surrounding the closing of the mill\, destruction of the town and with it….a way of life. \nThe Liberty Reservoir History Group is an informal gathering of individuals who meet monthly to capture the history of the land and life stories of the people impacted by the building of Liberty Reservoir which was completed in 1953. \nElaine McLaughlin and Wallie Meeks are members who shared their childhood memories at previous group meetings and now have a chance to share them with you! \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-memories-of-oakland-mills-before-the-building-of-liberty-reservoir/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Springfields Iron & Copper Mining Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Johnny Johnsson. \nGeorge Patterson’s “Springfield Estate” (where ACTS-Fairhaven formerly Integrace/EMA is located) once hosted significant 19th-Century iron and copper mines. Initially\, iron ore was mined to supply the Elba Furnace in Sykesville. Then rich copper ore was discovered and the mines prospered for a time during the 1850s & 60s. We will recount some details of the history of these interesting mines through maps\, photos\, text\, & discussion. \nJohnny Johnsson received his B.S. in mining engineering from Virginia Tech in 1985. He later acquired his Professional Engineer’s License and earned his M.B.A. at the University of Baltimore.  He is responsible for environmental permitting and compliance in Maryland\, Pennsylvania\, and Delaware for Vulcan Materials\, a major aggregates and concrete manufacturer. Mineral collecting as a youngster led to his career and to an interest in mining history\, particularly the mining and manufacture of chromium\, copper\, and iron related to Maryland’s Tyson family. Johnny serves as a Volunteer Ranger at the Soldiers Delight Natural Environment Area\, a serpentine barren near Reisterstown with historic chrome mines\, one of several locations where he conducts interpretive mining history hike programs. Johnny has published several papers on local mining history. He resides in Finksburg\, Maryland with his wife Dawn and three children. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-springfields-iron-copper-mining-legacy/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: From A-Z with the Seabrook Family of Westminster
DESCRIPTION:Steve Bowersox will be discussing his research about the Seabrook family in Westminster. The Seabrook family was a big part of Westminster/cc in the mid to late 19th century into the early 20th century. From national and local politics\, helping to start the library in Westminster\, and a world traveling author. To name just a few of their contributions. \nSteve is a member of the Board of Trustees at the Historical Society of Carroll County. He is a lifetime resident of Westminster and is retired from the Carroll County Public School system. He loves history in general and is particularly fond of Westminster History. \n**NOTE** – As of January 2026\, our Box Lunch Talks are moving to the Society. All Box Lunch Talks will be at 210 E. Main Street in the auditorium and exhibit space. Parking is available in our back parking lot\, behind Ascension Church in the municipal lot (off of Ralph Street)\, and on Main Street. Some Main Street parking is metered and some is free. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-from-a-z-with-the-seabrook-family-of-westminster/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T140000
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SUMMARY:HSCC's Hard Hat Open House (Day 2)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to offer a one-of-a-kind open house to everyone! Join us on January 30 (one of two days) for our afternoon open house from 2 pm – 4 pm which will start at our 210 E. Main Street Kimmey building. Enjoy a look at our progress for our Capital Campaign with our Cockey’s Tavern library and Kimmey building renovations\, have some yummy food and drinks\, and ask any questions you may have of our staff.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/hsccs-hard-hat-open-house-day-2/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T160000
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SUMMARY:HSCC's Hard Hat Open House (Day 1)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to offer a one-of-a-kind open house to everyone! Join us on January 29 (one of two days) for our evening open house from 4 pm – 6 pm which will start at our 210 E. Main Street Kimmey building. Enjoy a look at our progress for our Capital Campaign with our Cockey’s Tavern library and Kimmey building renovations\, have some yummy food and drinks\, and ask any questions you may have of our staff. No reservations required for this free event.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/hsccs-hard-hat-open-house-day-1/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T120000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: The Miller’s Apprentice: The Murder of Abraham Lynn and the Execution of Joseph Davis
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dave Owings \nJoseph Davis\, 22 years old\, murdered his friend and employer Abraham Lynn on April 5th\, 1872. Lynn was a husband and father\, a prosperous businessman\, and just shy of his 28th birthday. \nThe murder resulted in two trials\, several hearings by the Court of Appeals\, the State Legislature\, and ultimately ended with Governor Pinkney Whyte interviewing witnesses himself. \nThe final act in this story was the dramatic execution of Joe Davis before a crowd of thousands behind the old jail in Westminster. \nThis tragic episode is a precedent–setting legal case and a peek into the lives of average Carroll Countians in the 1870’s. \nDave Owings was born and raised in Carroll County. He was a public school teacher for 30 years in Baltimore and Carroll Counties\, most recently at South Carroll High School. He is currently an adjunct English professor at Carroll Community College. He has two adult daughters and lives in Finksburg with his wife\, Lucy\, and his dog\, Roscoe. \n**NOTE** – As of January 2026\, our Box Lunch Talks are moving to the Society. All Box Lunch Talks will be at 210 E. Main Street in the auditorium and exhibit space. Parking is available in our back parking lot\, behind Ascension Church in the municipal lot (off of Ralph Street)\, and on Main Street. Some Main Street parking is metered and some is free. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-millers-apprentice-the-murder-of-abraham-lynn-and-the-execution-of-joseph-davis/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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