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As the United States approaches its Semiquincentennial in 2026, this milestone offers a unique opportunity to deeply engage with history. It allows reflection on the nation’s, state’s, and county’s past, celebrating liberty and sacrifice while addressing injustices. The aim is to build a stronger future by acknowledging diverse contributions to the American story. Carroll County will celebrate by highlighting its role in U.S. history through the theme “Carroll Voices,” showcasing individuals and stories that have shaped democratic society. This commemoration emphasizes that democracy is an ongoing effort, recognizing the roles diverse people have played in achieving liberty and prosperity.
In June 2024, Carroll County Commissioners passed Resolution No.1217-2024; establishing a Semiquincentennial (250th) Planning Advisory Committee. The Committee’s activities are coordinated through a partnership with the Historical Society of Carroll County and the county’s history consortium Celebrating America Committee.
Explore Carroll 250 Events
Carroll 250 Speaker Event: Stephen G. Evangelista, Civil War Historian & Author
Eldersburg Branch CCPL Large Meeting Room
6400 Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD 21784
Carroll 250 Event: Patriot Plaque Unveiling Ceremony
Belle Grove Park
Park Avenue, Westminster, MD
Carroll 250 Event: Craft Beer Week 2025: Tastes and Tapas
Exploration Commons
50 East Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 United States
Carroll 250 Speaker Series: The Free State: The United States, Maryland, and Carroll County History Through the Lens of Alcohol
Uncle Matty's Eatery
142 Church Street New Windsor, MD 21776
Carroll 250 Event: Maryland Microbrewery Festival
Union Mills Homestead
3311 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD 21158
Carroll 250 Event: Fall History Expo 2025
Exploration Commons
50 East Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 United States
Thanks to the generosity of the Maryland 250 Commission, and funds raised at the Historical Society of Carroll County’s annual 250 Golf tournament, the Carroll 250 Committee is now making available the county’s 250 travelling exhibit. The exhibit is a 10ft X10ft replica of a revolutionary-era tavern with interactive elements and historical themes related to the Semiquincentennial. A user guide and mini-lesson plan trifold is included with the exhibit.
Carroll County non-profits, schools, businesses and community organizations are strongly encouraged to use the form below to reserve the exhibit as there is high demand with a maximum reservation of three months. Carroll 250 volunteers will deliver, set up, and take down the exhibit at no cost.
Kindly submit your exhibit request utilizing the form below.
Carroll 250 Traveling Tavern Exhibit Request
Current Carroll 250 Advisory Committee Members:
Jason Illari,
HSCC Executive Director & Advisory Committee Chair
Laura Bankard,
HSCC Outreach and Events Director
Joe Thompson,
Celebrating America Co-Chair & County Library Director of Public Services
Ryan Melhorn,
Celebrating America Co-Chair & Carroll County Public Schools Supervisor of Secondary Social Studies
Kyle Dalton,
Union Mills Homestead Executive Director
Sam Riley,
Union Mills Homestead Foundation President
Commissioner Tom Gordon III,
District III
Stephen Strosnider,
Carroll County Arts Council
Melissa Thorn,
City of Westminster Economic Development Coordinator
Daphne Daly,
Deputy Director, Carroll County Department of Planning and Land Management
Judy Rang,
City of Hampstead, HR Coordinator
Elaine Shirley,
Curator, Carroll County Farm Museum
John Laycock,
Westminster Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution
Adrienne Smith,
Gatehouse Museum & Town of Sykesville
Bonnie Staub Carroll County Tourism Office, Department of Economic Development
Roger Siedel,
Carroll County Genealogical Society
Carroll Voices Social Media Logo
Designed By Rachel Hughes
Student From Carroll Community College
Rachel Hughes is a proud Carroll County resident for 21 years, starting from when her family moved to the area when she was 3. She enjoys drawing, video games and books. Rachel initially graduated from Francis Scott Key High School and pursued an Associate of Applied Science degree at Carroll Community College in Computer Graphics, which she obtained in Winter 2023. Rachel says her logo was inspired by the local history of Carroll County, with the inclusion of both the Carroll County District Courthouse, the first reaping machine, the American Flag, Maryland Flag, and the musket. The courthouse idea in particular was mentioned by her mother, and she credits her mom for that inspiration.
