The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
This year's Annual Meeting will include a catered dinner, libations, a silent auction, the opportunity to see the restoration of the Society Headquarters firsthand, and an outstanding performance by Historic Reenactor, Rosemarie Law relating the harrowing tale of Virginia Hall, an American spy. Now, that we are once again allowed to meet indoors, we have […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
Ancestor Hunt - A parent & child adventure - Ages 12 - 15 Learn the basics of genealogy & search for your ancestors. Parent/guardian must attend with child, laptop required
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
You’re invited! Please join us on Saturday, May 20, 2023, 2 – 6 pm at the Historical Society Headquarters, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air for our Grand Reopening. It has been a long time coming with the building restoration efforts complicated by Covid closures and the inevitable “construction surprises”, but we believe you […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
Records and Genealogy by Chris Smithson Learn the basics of genealogy and search for your ancestors. Register for free if you are a member, or purchase a $10 ticket if you are not. Please enter through the front entrance, the back entrance will be closed.
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
On March 15, 2023 at 7 pm, the Historical Society’s bi-monthly genealogy series will continue with a presentation by Genealogist Mary Schweers entitled Occupations and Crafts of our Ancestors. So much of our lives are dictated by the professions we choose or are chosen for us. One way to gain a better understanding of our […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
Everyone is invited to an in-person presentation regaling all on the mysteries and legends of the Ma & Pa Railroad by railroad aficionado, Walt Holloway, on February 18, 2023, at 2 pm at the Historical Society’s Headquarters, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air. Area residents have long been enamored by the unique rail line […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
On January 11th, 2023, at 7 pm, the 2023 Genealogy Workshop series will return with an in-person program hosted by the genealogist, Chris Smithson at the Historical Society Headquarters, 143 N. Main St. in Bel Air. Mr. Smithson will present a class on “Finding your Ancestors on the Tax Rolls”. There are many vehicles to […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
Sale located on the Historical Society’s Parking lot No table or chairs provided/ no electricity on site Food truck available/ Advertising provided Now accepting applications on a first come/first serve basis, walk-ins available if space is still available on day of event. Deadline to Apply: October 21, 2022 Sell your stuff by purchasing a 10' […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
This year has seen the return of the genealogy program "Who Do You Think You Are" (WDYTYA) which has touted the art of genealogy and the wonderful stories it can reveal. The show is sponsored by Ancestry.com but a lot of the seekers are sent to repositories to find out more information. In truth, there […]
The Historical Society of Harford County
143 N Main St., Bel Air, MD, United States
Faculty and students at Harford Community College have worked on several civil rights projects since 2019. These included more than 500 students working on civil rights related projects in drama, English and history courses. Several of these courses looked at the civil rights struggle of the 50s and 60s and the impacts of segregation in […]
