Jacob Bensen, Historic Preservation Planner for Harford County government. In celebration of Historic Preservation Month, Jacob will share “How to Protect Harford’s History.” Jacob will discuss a few of the places protected by the Harford County Historic Landmarks and Districts Program and the tools available to help you save the places that you love in […]
Governor William Paca Chapter NSDAR has maintained a Pollinator Garden at the Hays for several years. The garden was begun as a Conservation project and is maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers. Recently, the volunteers have adopted the Herb Garden, established by HSHC volunteers years ago. The Pollinator and Herb Garden volunteers invite the […]
The Star-Spangled Banner was sewn in Baltimore in 1813 by a women-owned business. Sandi will share the story of Mary Pickersgill, her mother Rebecca and daughter Caroline, her nieces, a free-African American apprentice, and the women of Baltimore who sewed the Star-Spangled Banner. Following the presentation visitors can tour the Hays House.
Graces is not a game we play every day, but games like Hopscotch are more familiar! Come be surprised by how people entertained themselves 200 years ago!
Enjoy the games and crafts of early America. Make a patriotic craft project.
Investigate the Herbs in the Herb Garden. What were their uses in Early America?
Get ready to go back to school—in 1815!! How would the school year be different than today? This program will explore what school was like in the period from 1788 – mid 1800s.
What do you know about the Hays House? Who owned it? Who lived in it? Where was it originally located? How was it moved? What are the plans for the future? Add your thoughts for the programs that you’d like to see offered.
September 1774. The “shot heard round the world” would be fired in just seven months and the American Revolution would begin. What was the buzz in Harford County? Visit the Hays House as people go about their normal routine and share what they are learning about the coming revolution.
Constitution Day is September 17 (Tuesday). Learn more about the creation of our constitutional government from the perspective of 1787!
Winter is just around the corner! The family needs to prepare! Join people at the Hays House as they work to set aside the summer’s bounty to enjoy in the winter. Stir the kettle as we make apple butter! Listen to their conversation about the events of the times.
Tour the Hays House and learn about life in Harford during the post-colonial days. Free event. No registration required.
On April 19, 1775, the Battle of Lexington and Concord commences. Now, just a few weeks later, the News has reached Harford County. How does the News reach the colonists? What is their reaction? Learn this amazing story from local historians as we celebrate Maryland 250 at the Hays House. Free event. Donations appreciated.
Flag Day is held each year on June 14, celebrating the adoption of the American flag design in 1777. What did America's first flag look like? Who sewed it? The answers may surprise you. Visit the Hays House to learn the fascinating details. Free event. Donations appreciated
What is the current situation with bees? Hear a presentation on the bee population's loss and pollinators' importance. To add to the fun, take the time to visit the Hays House pollinator garden. Free event. Donations appreciated.
Begin July 4 with music, games, and crafts for the whole family in Bel Air's historic house. Traditionally, folks gather here to start the all-day celebrations in Bel Air. Consider joining us this year for a grand kick-off for the holiday. Free event. Donations appreciated
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