The gate will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 on Sundays with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
Calendar
2021 Calendar of Events
"Maryland Day is a legal holiday in the U.S. state of Maryland.[1] It is observed on the anniversary of the March 25, 1634, landing of the first European settlers in the Province of Maryland, the third English colony to be settled in British North America.[2] On this day settlers from The Ark and The Dove first stepped foot onto Maryland soil, at St. Clement's Island in the Potomac River." wikipedia.org These tasks must be done whether we open on not. Bill would love to have help doing these tasks. If you are interested in helping please contact Bill at 410-952-2798 to confirm a time to help. Turn on pumps (Danny Nislein) Main House Main House Second Floor Cellar Hyphen Organize items in Hyphen Kitchen Kitchen Second Floor Summer Kitchen Milk House Store Morton Building Gardens Trails Old Well Hand Pump Bladder Tank: located in a chamber outside of the house fence. The chamber’s opening is covered by a large plywood circle No Events are planned for March. The gates will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. The gates will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. They are members of the Maryland Draft Horse and Mule Association. Spring Plowing and Harrowing with teams of Horses AND And Spring Herb Sale by Joyce Martinek Try your hand at plowing (size and age limit) Watch as the Percheron and Belgium horses are worked to plow the ground May 16, 2021 Check out Joyce Martinek's variety of herbs for your garden 1 pm to 4 pm Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. FREE No Events are planned for the rest of May. The gates will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. Barn-Visitor Center - Previous Activity ***************************************************************************** One of the important things to remember about a farm is that there is always something to repair. This year as we reopen you may notice the new driveway. The roof has been repaired. There is a reforestation area started. The lavender that survived has been replanted and new plants have been added. May 24; June 28; July 12; July 19; July 26; August 2;August 9; August 16; August 30; September 6: Park open for touring - no special program. No Events are planned for June. The gates will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. Lavender Appreciation Day Come sample lavender cookies. June 13, 2021 Come make and take a lavender sachet. 1 - 4 pm FREE Come photograph the lavender field, walk through the kitchen gardens, and view historic market receipts. Friday ($)FOHR Annual Meeting Rain or Shine Friday June 25, 2021 5:00 pm Report of the Nominating Committee None 24rd Anniversary Annual Meeting and Celebration Edwin Calvert turns 95 on July 16th. He will be available Sunday July 18th from 1:30 to 3:30 pm for people who wish to talk to him about his life as part of the Hancock, Cook, Calvert families on this peninsula. His book will be available for purchase. Those who wish may get their books signed. The gates will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. Butterfly Weed Jun 26, 2021 In the Kitchen Garden Jun 26, 2021 Leeks June 26, 2021 Lavender Field in Full Bloom JUne 13, 2021 Enjoying the Our White and Yellow Flowers Magnolia Blooms May 26, 2021 Chickasaw Plums Green Chickasaw Plums starting to turn red. Chickasaw plum grows 12 to 20 feet tall and 15 to 20 feet wide in an irregular shape. It is "twiggy" in nature, and has a scaly, almost black bark. Its branches are reddish with a thorn-like, small side branches. In February, March, April and May, small white flowers blossom, 8–9 mm wide, along with red plums, up to 25 mm long. The flowers have five white petals with reddish or orange anthers. The plums are cherry-like and tend to be quite tart until they fully ripen. They ripen in late summer. It requires low to medium amounts of water to grow, and dry, sandy or loose soil. It grows best in areas with regular sunlight or areas of partial shade. It was originally cultivated by Native Americans before the arrival of European There will be a display of Photos showing previous August events and War of 1812 photos and history. The new barn/visitor center is NOT available to the public at this time. We are attempting to add an event about Surveying in August. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. September 19 is Family Day - Family photo essays will be on display and samples of favorite family holiday cakes will be available. The park will be open from 1 pm to 4 pm each Sunday in September. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. Hancock Extended Family and Friends Day Photo essays of Hancock and Cook family members Check out the Hancock Cook Calvert Trust Website September 19, 2021 Displays include photos and information about Family members 1 pm to 4 pm A display of Photo essays of Annie, Rhoda Virginis, Mamie, and Harry Hancock, Plus the Cook children FREE NO lunch. Slices of favorite holiday cakes. A display of Family Recipes October 10 is the Harvest Festival and War of 1812 Reenactment. October 31 is Animal Appreciation Day featuring the Pet Parade. The park will be open from 1 pm to 4 pm each Sunday in October. COVID-19 distancing and restrictions are in place. Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate. This info was posted on Facebook. The Beekeeping demonstrations are put on by the Anne Arundel County Master Gardeners. Pictures of Bee Demonstrations Fall Harvest Festival PLUS War of 1812 $Food Available for purchase. Sausage or hot dog sandwiches and soup curtesy of Kurtz's Beach, plus homemade desserts. PAYMENT BY CASH OR CHECK ONLY October 10, 2021 SHELL AND GRIND CORN BUILD A SCARECROW MAKE A CORN HUSK DOLL MAKE IT, TAKE IT LAVENDER SACHETS BASIC SPINNING 11:00 a.m., 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Lessons use Drop Spindles to produce thread and yarn for clothes, historic sails and uniforms. **Handouts available providing links on how to continue on your own.** Ms. Lisa Geyer, Instructor. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm $10 per family - OTHERWISE $5 per person FOHR members FREE DOES NOT INCLUDE FOOD (Note: the above timing is approximate.) War of 1812 Remembrance Militia muster with cannon. American Schooner “Lion of Baltimore” burned in Bodkin Creek on August 24, 1814, three weeks before the Battle of Baltimore October 10, 2021 PROPOSED (Note: the above timing is approximate.) 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Lessons using Drop Spindles to produce thread and yarn for clothes, historic sails and uniforms. Admission: $10 per family - $5 per person - FOHR members FREE Animal Appreciation Day & Pet Parade Register your costumed pet in the parade October 31, 2021 Show your pet in the parade to the judges 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm We have door prizes and prizes for the judging Take your pet for a long walk in the park FREE Check out the current projects at the Farm
03/07/2021 1. The Hancock’s Resolution Walking tour has been designed to be followed from Marker number 1 to marker 9.
03/19/2021 
The Mountain Road Branch Library will host Hancock's Resolution's Maryland Day Presentation on Friday, March 19
from 7:00-8:00 pm.
The library can register up to 100 participants. The format will be a recorded YouTube presentation followed by live Q & A. Registration will open about 2 weeks before the event.
Hancock's Resolution is participating in the Four Rivers Heritage Area's Maryland Days Celebration by welcoming visitors to the park on Sunday, March 21.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. Information is on our website https://www.historichancocksresolution.org/ and facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/188050396404190/
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03/21/2021 Hancock’s Spring Cleaning - 2021
03/28/2021 Hancock's Resolution is participating in the Four Rivers Heritage Area's Maryland Days Celebration by welcoming visitors to the park on Sunday, March 21.
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Volunteers will be performing the Spring Cleanup of the buildings, gardens, and grounds necessary to open the park.
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Photos showing previous Cleanup events and blooming plants will be on display.
Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate.
The CLEANUP TASK LIST must be completed with or without volunteers. Contact Bill Blanchard to set up a time to help. 410-952-2798
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
04/25/2021 No Events are planned for April.
There will be a display of Photos showing previous April events and Historic Photos of Flowers and Plants at Hancock's from 1898.
Daffodils 
Quince 
First Signs of Spring in 2021
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
05/16/2021 Come meet Matthew, Stephanie, and Adalynn Beam with their Percherons from Beamview Farm. They are joined by Tim Ruth with his Belgians from New Chester Draft Horse Company.
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05/30/2021 There will be a display of Photos showing previous May events and Hancock Family photos and history.
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
06/06/2021 Due to COVID-19 we have no tours or open buildings. COVID19 distancing and restrictions are in place.
The Main House, Hyphen and Kitchen will have their roofs replace in the very near Future
Watch the progress on this page.
The Old Roofs before their Replacement.
06/06/2021 There will be a display of Photos showing previous June events and Lavender photos and history.
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
06/13/2021 Lavender Appreciation Day with COVID-19 distancing and restrictions. Our opening will depend on the regulations in place.
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CLICK here for our WALKING TOUR - Check out our new Walking tour before you go and after you get there.
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06/25/2021
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Zoom meeting
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07/18/2021 
Come meet the Author, Edwin Calvert, and enjoy some homemade cake celebrating his 95th birthday.
There will be a special display of Photos showing Farming in the early 1900s. These photos show Edwin and other members of his family doing various kinds of work around the farms.
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
08/01/2021 
08/08/2021 The park and historic buildings are open to visitors from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Our WALKING TOUR is available. Information on how to access the digital tour will be available at the gate.
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
09/12/2021 There will be a display of Photos showing previous September events and Hancock Family photos and history each Sunday in September.
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
09/19/2021 Family and Friends Day - Edwin Calvert will not be available for book signing.
This picture is of Christmas at the Cook house in 1956.
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Edwin Calvert will be available to autograph copies of the book between 2 pm and 3 pm Edwin is in rehab due to a fall
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10/03/2021 There will be a display of Photos showing previous October Fall Festival events and Pet Parade photos each Sunday in October.
Come take a walk through the gardens.
Check out our wildlife
10/10/2021 Info about Master Gardeners Beekeeping Program
Beekeeping discussions and demos
April
Canceled due to COVID
August
Canceled due to COVID
May
Canceled due to COVID
September
Canceled due to COVID
June
Canceled due to COVID
October 10
12:00 noon to 3:30 pm
July
Canceled due to COVID
10/10/2021 
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Honeybees—Up Close starting 12:00 noon.
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Ship's Company presenting a militia muster with cannon. American Schooner “Lion of Baltimore” burned in Bodkin Creek on August 24, 1814, three weeks before the Battle of Baltimore
The “Chanteymen” a renowned group of singers of old time sea chanteys
10/10/2021 Proposed War of 1812 Remembrance with COVID-19 distancing and restrictions. Our opening will depend on the regulations in place.
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2021 Event
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Basic Spinning - Ms. Lisa Geyer, Instructor
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*FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL & Craft Day ($) Farm Dinner based on historic receipts.
*FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL & Craft Day ($) Farm Dinner based on historic receipts **AND** War of 1812.
*Honeybees—Up Close 11:00am to 2:00pm
10/31/2021 Pet Parade Registration starts at 1 pm. The parade starts at 2 pm.
This is a link for the WALKING TOUR
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The park and historic buildings are open to visitors from 1 pm to 4 pm.
There will be a display of Photos showing previous August events and War of 1812 photos and history.
The new barn/visitor center is NOT available to the public at this time.
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CLICK here to view our WALKING TOUR application that allows you to see photos of the buildings and grounds AND to read a little about our history.
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MARCH
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March 7, 2021 our WALKING TOUR - the gate will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00-4:00 with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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March 14, 2021 our WALKING TOUR - the gate will be open for onsite parking with a limited number of volunteers available to answer questions from 1:00 - 4:00 with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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March 19, 2021 - The Mountain Road Branch Library will host Hancock's Resolution's Maryland Day Presentation on this Friday from 7:00-8:00 pm. CLICK Here for more information.
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March 21 - Hancock's Resolution is participating in the Four Rivers Heritage Area's Maryland Days Celebration. Volunteers will be performing the Spring Cleanup of the park, gardens, and buildings necessary to open the park.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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March 28, 2021 - Spring Cleanup - of the park, gardens, and buildings
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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APRIL
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April 4, 2021 Easter Sunday - Closed
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April 11, 2021 - Spring Photo Display and Historic Photos of Flowers and Plants at Hancock's from 1898
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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April 18, 2021 - Spring Photo Display and Historic Photos of Flowers and Plants at Hancock's from 1898
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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April 25, 2021 - Spring Photo Display and Historic Photos of Flowers and Plants at Hancock's from 1898
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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MAY
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May 2, 2021 - Spring and Hancock Family Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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May 9, 2021 - Spring and Hancock Family Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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May 16, 2021 - Spring Plowing and Herb Sale
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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May 23, 2021 - Spring and Hancock Family Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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May 30, 2021 - Spring and Hancock Family Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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JUNE
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June 6, 2021 - June events and Lavender Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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June 13, 2021 - Lavender Appreciation Day
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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June 20, 2021 - June events and Lavender Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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June 25, 2021 - FOHR’s 24th Annual Meeting Minutes
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June 27, 2021 - June events and Lavender Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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JULY
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July 4, 2021 - Quizzes, puzzles, how to fold the flag, and Patriotic music
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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July 11, 2021 - July Patriotic Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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July 18, 2021 - Come Celebrate the 95th birthday of the author, Edwin Calvert, and enjoy a special Farming Photo Display Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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July 25, 2021 - July Patriotic Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All events and the opening of buildings will depend on these rules.
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AUGUST
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August 1, 2021 - August and War of 1812 Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
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Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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August 8, 2021 - August and War of 1812 Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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August 15, 2021 - August and War of 1812 Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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August 22, 2021 - August and War of 1812 Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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August 29, 2021 - August and War of 1812 Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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SEPTEMBER
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September 5, 2021 - September Farm and Family Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
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Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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September 12, 2021 - September Farm and Family Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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September 19, 2021 - Family Day - Display of Family Photo essays and samples of Favorite Family cakes
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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September 26, 2021 - September Farm and Family Photo Display THE PARK AND HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM.
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place.
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OCTOBER
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October 3, 2021 - October Fall and Pet Parade Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All historic buildings are open.
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October 10, 2021 - October Fall Festival featuring War of 1812 demonstrations
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All historic buildings are open.
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October 17, 2021 - October Fall and Pet Parade Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All historic buildings are open.
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October 24, 2021 - October Fall and Pet Parade Photo Display
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All historic buildings are open.
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October 31, 2021 - Animal Appreciation Day Pet Parade
Our WALKING TOUR will be available with COVID19 distancing rules and restrictions in place. All historic buildings are open.
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