• Revolutionary Harford: From Sheep to Wool

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

    Come see how sheep are sheared and how wool is turned into cloth. Help get the wool ready to spin! This is a fun adventure for all ages and a...

    $5
  • Revolutionary Harford: From Sheep to Wool

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

    Come see how sheep are sheared and how wool is turned into cloth. Help get the wool ready to spin! This is a fun adventure for all ages and a...

    $5
  • What’s Behind the North Wall?

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

    Presentation by Peter Allen and Jacob Bensen Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month with us, with two outstanding presentations. First, learn about the materials and construction of the north wall of...

    $5
  • Harford Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

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

    On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 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
  • Honoring Harford County’s United States Colored Troops

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

    Ms. Sue Nappi, Featured Speaker Mr. Duke Thompson, Abraham Lincoln Reenactor Music by: A Cappella Journey Meal by: Mission BBQ Saturday, June 6, 2026, Time: 12:00–2:00 PM Harford History Center...

  • The Evolution of Our American Flag

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

    Presentation by Dr. Sandra Wallis How did America move from the British Colonial Flag to our American symbol of freedom and unity? Why is June 14 considered "Flag Day"? Learn...

    $5
  • Open House

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

    The Hays House Museum will be open to visitors on Sunday, June 28, from 1 – 4 pm. No reservations required. Members Free, Non-Members $5. Purchase Tickets

    $5
  • American Revolution Experience Exhibit

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

    The Governor William Paca Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are pleased to present the American Revolution Experience(opens in a new window) at...

  • 4th of July at the Hays House

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

    Celebrate America’s historic 250th Anniversary at Bel Air’s historic House Museum. Enjoy music, games, crafts, and special events celebrating bygone days, as well as the excitement and trepidation of independence....

  • America 250: Public Art Exhibition Winner Showcase

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

    What phrase in the Declaration of Independence stands out to you? Could you convey these statements artistically? Seven local artists did just that as part of the Society's America 250...

  • Sharing the Spirit: The Spirit of America

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

    From Europe to the the Caribbean, across the American continents, into the Pacific, and on to Eastern Asia, people will gather to read the Declaration of Independence together, celebrating the...

  • The American Revolution Experience Exhibit

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

    The Governor William Paca Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are pleased to present the American Revolution Experience at the History Center, Historical...

  • Traveling Exhibition: American Revolution Experience

    The Governor William Paca Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are pleased to present the American Revolution Experience at the History Center, Historical...

  • Dolly Madison and Ice Cream!!

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

    Did you know that Dolly Madison was the First Lady to serve ice cream at the White House? Learn more about the amazing Dolly! Enjoy a storytelling time for kids...

  • To Be Clean…or Not…in the 18th Century! With Susan Wooden

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

    Join us for a lively presentation with a bit of show and tell about the mechanics of cleanliness and hygiene in the days before indoor plumbing, toilet paper, bath gel,...

  • Herb Garden Presentation

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

    Creating a herb garden can be an enriching experience, blending the joys of gardening with the benefits of fresh herbs for culinary and medicinal uses. A well-designed herb garden can...

  • Saturday Research Hours

    Find your story! Walk-in research hours will be available on Saturday, September 19th between 10 AM- 2 PM. Research fees depend on the request itself and can be found under...

  • Wednesday Evening Research Hours

    Find your story! Walk-in research hours will be available on Wednesday, August 19th between 5 PM- 8 PM. Research fees depend on the request itself and can be found under...