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 […]
Just one woman's name appears on an official copy of the Declaration of Independence— Mary Katharine Goddard. In the face of British forces threatening to attack Philadelphia, the Second Continental […]
July 7 – August 1, 2025, Historical Society, 143 N. Main St., Bel Air, 10 am - 4 pm Monday- Friday The Historical Society's traveling exhibit will be on display […]
Sign up for a railroad adventure you will cherish for years to come. Join B & O historian Frank Wrabel as he transports you to the early days of the […]
Join the Historic Havre de Grace Foundation, the Historical Society of Harford County, and the Cultural Arts Board for The Concert: Music from the Life and Tour of Lafayette. Musicians and […]
Two hundred years ago, Revolutionary War hero General Lafayette made a farewell tour of the Colonies, stopping on July 29 in Cecil and Harford counties where he was greeted by […]
Ever wanted to experience a real-life ghost hunt? Research so far confirms that spirits are roaming the Hays House. You are invited to join Above and Below Paranormal Investigation’s team […]
Visit the Hays House, the Historical Society’s Living History Museum. Tour the site with Society docents as they recreate the social and cultural aspects of daily life of rural gentry […]
The Continental Congress sent an Olive Branch petition to King George III, but then, the Battle of Bunker Hill happened. Citizens have been nervously waiting for a response – and […]
Step back to the Bel Air of the 1930s and 1940s with authors Thomas Guercio and Diana Guercio Prentice. Learn about the days of the Bel Air Race Track, the […]
As part of the Historical Society's year-long celebration of Revolutionary Harford, we are partnering with the William Paca Chapter of the DAR to bring the story of the creation of […]
Join us for this year's Annual Meeting on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 2 pm. This very special program will feature a delicious lunch provided by one of Harford's most […]
Visit the Hays House, the Historical Society’s Living History Museum. Tour the site with Society docents as they recreate the social and cultural aspects of daily life of rural gentry […]
Join talented storyteller Amy Rosenkrans as she recounts the story of notorious 1920s serial killer, Hattie Stone, a Havre de Grace resident with a penchant for murder. Learn the story […]
Join long time researchers and guest speakers Claudine Adams and Joann Merrill as they describe the genealogical treasures held in the Harford County Courthouse. Following their presentation the speakers and […]
Ever wanted to experience a real-life ghost hunt? Research so far confirms that spirits are roaming the Hays House. You are invited to join Above and Below Paranormal Investigation’s team […]
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 […]
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 […]
Thomas Hays, a leading 19th century Bel Air citizen, left a lasting legacy. He was a successful attorney, farmer, real estate speculator, shopkeeper and landlord. He owned 15 of the […]
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