Once again, the Maritime Republic of Eastport has declared war on the City of Annapolis, its colonial overlord on the “mainland.” The just-for-fun annual smackdown continues this year on Saturday, November 4th, when the two villages work out their differences in an annual Tug-of-War billed as the…
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Welcome to the historic city of Annapolis, Maryland! Listed below are the top 25 things to do in the city, according to the many visitors who filter through our Visitors Center each year. This city is a captivating destination that exudes charm through its history as one of America's oldest cities…
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Certain well-known traditions declare the arrival of spring in Annapolis. Here’s a snapshot of several of these one-of-a-kind events that contribute to the reputation of our town as a unique destination. Oyster Roast and Spring Sock Burning Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning. Photo…
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Annapolis knows how to make a lasting impression but combine the quaint beauty of the town with vibrant flowers, and you have an unforgettable memory. The first time I ever visited Annapolis was on May Day, and I was immediately sold. I could not believe the camaraderie between home and business…
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Celebrate the brave women of the United States Naval Academy this International Women's Day! Elizabeth Anne (Belzer) Rowe was the first female to graduate from the United States Naval Academy. Photo courtesy of THEFEMALESOLDIER.COM There's a well-known and oft-altered saying about the famed…
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Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with Black History, Heritage & Culture in Anne Arundel County On August 28, 1963, 500 Annapolis and Anne Arundel County residents boarded buses to attend the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Little did they know they were about to join 250,000…
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Anne Arundel County has at least eight traditional Irish pubs, an Irish Traditions store on Main Street, and the St. Patrick's Day Parade is the biggest parade of the year. Irish pubs seem to be an Annapolitan staple, but as a Georgia transplant myself, I couldn't help but question the seemingly…
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**Note: This article was updated on December 21, 2022 Whether past or in the making, Annapolis is a showcase of history. From its prominent placement along the Eastern Barbary Coast of North America to its rich colonial history and beautiful curation of colorful homes and cobblestone streets…
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In December 1649, the first European settlers supplanted the Susquehannocks and formed a new settlement north of the Severn River. They named it Providence. Now almost 375 years later, Anne Arundel County encompasses 376,000 acres and sits at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, enticing visitors from…
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Join us for the 32nd Annual Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival on Saturday, September 24, 2022, 10 am - 7 pm. The Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival is a celebration of the perseverance, education, and cultural heritage of the African Diaspora. Here are the top seven reasons to join the festivities…
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