Maryland History
Maryland Governor Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. ~ The Five Pillars
Maryland's rich history is also part of its economic future. Initiatives in several agencies take advantage of Maryland's cultural and historical resources. Tourism promotion will focus on various aspects of history related tourism, including African-American history, the Civil War, and the historic National Road. The Institute for Museum, Preservation, and Archaeology Research & Training (IMPART), includes institutions of higher education, state agencies, and state museums. Academic programs involved include archeology, architecture, museum science and history. The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African History and Culture is slated to open in Baltimore City next year, celebrating the home state of Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Eubie Blake and Thurgood Marshall. This major attraction will draw 300,000 visitors its first year. ... [Read More]
Maryland Governor ~ Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. ~ Student Resources
Discover Maryland will help you answer any questions you may have about our State’s history, culture, government, economy, geography, people, and natural resources. In addition to reading these pages, I hope you will take the chance to experience Maryland for yourself. Maryland is one of only a handful of states that can claim its history precedes that of the United States. Much of early American history unfolded across our landscape. Consequently, we have an opportunity to learn history from our backyard as well as from books. ... [Read More]
Senator Mikulski's Virtual Office
State of Maryland The State of Maryland is rich in history, natural resources and human diversity. Founded by Lord Calvert in 1634 as a religious refuge, it was one of the original 13 colonies. The bravery of Revolutionary War troops earned Maryland the unofficial nickname "The Old Line State," and Francis Scott Key Wrote "The Star Spangled Banner," as he watched the British attack Baltimore's Fort McHenry in the War of 1812. Since several significant Civil War battles, such as Antietam, took place in Maryland, the state's history has had a great impact on our country. ... [Read More]
Maryland Natural Resources Police - History
In 2003, the Natural Resources Police celebrated its 135th Anniversary in conservation law enforcement. The Maryland Natural Resources Police, Maryland’s oldest state law enforcement agency, and one of the oldest conservation law enforcement organizations in the United States, reflects upon a great deal of history and tradition as it enters its third century of service to Maryland. ... [Read More]
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Visitor info, employee directory, jobs, science education, mission, Director's Page, public involvement, research planning, organization, budget, history, doing business with NIH, FOIA ... [Read More]
Bibliography of Lincoln Park History, Rockville, Maryland
The efforts of Anita Neal Powell and the Lincoln Park Historical Society to research and preserve black history in Montgomery County are discussed, and information is given on the Society’s bus tours to black history sites in the county. Photographs include the Mutual Memorial Cemetery, the Sharp Street United Methodist Church, and Winston Anderson, founder of the Sandy Spring Slavery Museum and African Art Gallery. ... Recounts history of the church, beginning with its founding on May 29, 1867, and a list of its founding members. First services held in basement of Jerusalem M.E. Church on West Wood Lane. Recounts growth, relocation history, and membership. ... [Read More]
Earthquake Hazards Program: Earthquake History of Maryland
Earthquake History of Maryland ... URL: http://neic.usgs.gov/neis/states/maryland/maryland_history.html ... August 31, 1886, near Charleston, South Carolina, affected a total area with a radius of about 800 miles, including all of Maryland. The Appalachian region had somewhat less noticeable effects than elsewhere. This "shadow zone" extended through the parallel portions of West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The most severe earthquake in Virginia's history (May 31, 1897 in Giles County) shook an area of about 280,000 square miles. Baltimore and southern Maryland along the eastern shore reported distinct shaking. An earthquake centered near Luray, Virginia, (April 9, 1918) reached many points in Maryland: Bagley, Baltimore, Chewsville, Clear Spring (Intensity V), College Park, Takoma Park, and Woodstock. ... [Read More]
State Forest and Park Service Living History Programs
Visiting such historic places is a worthwhile trip. In addition, the State Forest and Park Service offers unique programs with ranger portrayals of historic characters, and sponsors a variety of living history events throughout the year featuring the color and pageantry of three centuries of Maryland history. ... [Read More]
Additional Living History Characters from Maryland's Rich Heritage
In addition to our Three Centuries of Service Program, the Maryland Department ofNatural Resources(DNR) State Forest and Park Service has field personnel in various parts of the state whoare trained, clothed and equipped to present Living History programs at state forests and parks. Schools can schedule visits to the various state park sites. ... Additional Living History Characters from Maryland's Rich Heritage ... Return to the history page ... [Read More]
History of Maryland State Parks
Similarly, in 1922, the state purchased another forest reserve/park (it's called both in early records). It was Fort Frederick , a ruined relic of the French and Indian War, which historic preservationists wanted protected and restored by the state. Now a 600 acre state park, with the partially restored fort, Fort Frederick annually serves 127,000 visitors, especially history lovers. ... [Read More]
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