Archer Lecture & Tea

Each year the Historical Society concludes its Speakers Series with the Archer Lecture, named for one of the society’s prominent founding members. The speakers are generally chosen from local authors who have contributed in a very special way to our understanding of Harford’s history. We are pleased to announce this year’s speaker will be Judge […]

Featuring author Ned Tillman discussing his newly released novel, Good Endeavor: A Maryland Family’s Turbulent History 1695 - 2002

In 1931, J. Alexis Shriver wrote a book entitled Lafayette in Harford County that recounted the Marquis de Lafayette’s travels through Harford County, Maryland during the Revolution and his stop in Havre de Grace on his Farewell Tour. Today, local historical researchers dispute some of Shriver’s claims. Learn more about these visits and explore the […]

Before the Declaration of Independence, before the "shot heard round the world", Harford County declared its support of American independence. Join Sandra Wallis, PhD. as she tells the harrowing story of colonial days and the part local residents played in our nation's founding. Register Now $15