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The Historical Society is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. Researchers must call first to schedule appointments.

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A traveling historical exhibition, Jan 11- Aug 1.
Come experience a rich tapestry of African American voices and experiences woven into the fabric of our collective Harford Heritage.

Celebrate March 21 – 23, 2025

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of this historic document and the brave souls who risked everything for liberty.


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Life in Harford County in 1775

Hays House 324 N Kenmore Ave, Bel Air, MD, United States

What was the buzz in Harford County in 1775? Visit the Hays House as people go about their normal routine and share what they are learning about the coming revolution. […]

Free

Descendants of the Signers Meet & Greet

Liriodendron 502 West Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, United States

Join descendants of the 34 signers of the Bush Declaration and view the document on display. Enjoy cocktails, live music, and hors d’oeuvres popular in Colonial times. Meet Joyce White, […]

$55

Bush Declaration Anniversary Celebration

The Bel Air Armory 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD, United States

March 22, 2025, is the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Bush Declaration. On this day in 1775, a body of men gathered in the town of Bush in a […]

Free

Passport to History

Pick up your passport at the Historical Society of Harford County or any Harford library branch and visit selected local sites connected to the Bush Declaration. Learn from docents at […]

Free

Hereditary Order of the Signers of the Bush Declaration Annual Meeting

Founders Room, Mountain Branch Golf Club 1827 Mountain Rd, Fallston, MD, United States

The Hereditary Order of the Signers of the Bush Declaration (HOSBD)invites members of the public to join them for a very special Annual meeting. The setting will be the Mountain […]

$60

Hays House Museum Open House

Hays House 324 N Kenmore Ave, Bel Air, MD, United States

Tour the Hays House and learn about life in Harford during the post-colonial days. Free event. No registration required.

Free

Paranormal Night at the Historical Society

The Historical Society of Harford County 143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States

Ever wanted to experience a real-life ghost hunt? Research so far confirms that spirits are roaming the Historical Society’s halls. You are invited to join Above and Below Paranormal Investigation’s […]

$50

Harford Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Maryland Golf and Country Club 1335 E Macphail Rd, Bel Air, MD, United States

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the Maryland Golf and Country Clubs, HSHC will formally induct athletes, coaches and administrators into the Harford Sports Hall of Fame! Timeline 5PM-6PM: VIP […]

$100

Legacy Program

The Historical Society of Harford County, thanks to its many volunteers and benefactors, maintains a record of the County’s past and the many people who lived in and contributed to the community. Help us continue the legacy and preserve future generations by making a bequest today.

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