Carroll 250 Event

April 2026

Carroll 250 Event: Pomeroy Marker Dedication

The Westminster Chapter, Maryland Society, Sons of the American Revolution, the William G. Pomeroy Foundation and the Historic Westminster Cemetery will unveil a plaque that honors three Revolutionary War patriots and marks the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the Nation. The three historical honorees are William Winchester, Henry Neff, and Caleb Stansbury.   Find […]
19 Apr
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Historic Westminster Cemetery
19 North Church Street, Westminster, MD

Carroll 250 Speaker Series: Patriots Buried in Carroll County Cemeteries

IMPORTANT: This event has been rescheduled.  “Every man has two deaths, when he is buried in the ground and the last time someone says his name. In some ways men can be immortal.” – Ernest Hemingway There are an estimated 60 Revolutionary War Patriots buried in Carroll County across several cemeteries. Many of these are […]
20 Apr
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Exploration Commons
50 East Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 United States

Carroll 250 Event: Family Silver in American Life

Silver played an increasingly important role in American life from the Colonial period until well into the 20th century. Always a luxury item for colonists, it became more prevalent after the rise of the middle class in the 19th century. The discovery of the Comstock Lode near Virginia City, NV, in 1859 provided an abundant source of […]
20 Apr
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Finksburg Branch CCPL
2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg

Carroll 250 Event: Threads of History: Fiber Arts and the Maryland Story

In celebration of Maryland’s 250 anniversary, this special exhibit will explore the enduring legacy of fiber arts in Carroll County and across the state. From the earliest handwoven textiles to contemporary fiber creations, we will trace how diverse cultures have used fabric, thread, and design to tell stories, preserve traditions, and strengthen communities. Featuring the […]
21 Apr - 05 Jul
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Carroll County Arts Council
91 West Main Street, Westminster

Carroll 250 Event: Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony

The Daughters of the American Revolution Maryland State Society are pleased to invite everyone to a Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony on Saturday, April 25 at 11 am. Join them at Libertytown Park (12201 Liberty Road, Libertytown, Maryland). Refreshments will follow the dedication. This event is co-sponsored by Maryland State Society Daughters of the American Revolution […]
25 Apr
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Libertytown Park
12201 Liberty Road, Libertytown, Maryland, 21791

Carroll 250 Event: Faith, Fellowship & Founding Communities

Long before Carroll County was officially formed, faith communities were already gathering across New Windsor and Westminster. Churches, meeting houses, and fellowship halls were not just places of worship — they were places of decision-making, support, celebration, and shared identity. Join Sunday Morning at Savannah’s for an afternoon exploring how early faith communities helped shape […]
25 Apr
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Sunday Morning at Savannah's
111 South Springdale Avenue, New Windsor, MD

Carroll 250 Traveling Exhibit at Taneytown History Museum – LAST DAY

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 X 10ft replica of a revolutionary-era tavern with interactive elements and historical themes related […]
27 Apr
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Carroll 250 Speaker Event: Taverns on the Square: Taneytown’s Crossroads Conviviality

Join the Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association on 4/27 at 7pm for a program by Sam Riley on eighteenth century taverns in the crossroads community of Taneytown, MD. Hear about early taverns in the area and the important role they played in our Nation’s founding era. About the Presenter: Samuel Riley is a Carroll County […]
27 Apr
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Grace UCC Church, Parish Hall
49 W Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD 21787
May 2026

Carroll 250 Event: The Veterans Celebration of Carroll County Event

The 5th Annual Veterans Celebration of Carroll County is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Carroll County Farm Museum. This event is a significant gathering to honor Veterans, active military, and their families. It will feature a variety of activities, including a GAGA Pit, food trucks, a beer vendor, and a military equipment […]
03 May
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Carroll county Farm Museum
500 S. Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157

Carroll 250 Event: Book Release Party: “A Founding Mother” by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie

This special Carroll 250 program is presented by Carroll County Public Library, Park Books on Main, and 1623 Brewing Company. Tickets are $25 and include a signed copy of A Founding Mother. Please purchase tickets together if you would like to be seated together. If you have requests for seating after purchasing, please email greatreads@carr.org. We will try […]
04 May
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
1623 Brewing Company
5975 Exchange Drive, Suite H-L, Eldersburg

Carroll 250 Traveling Exhibit at Hampstead Day

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 X 10ft replica of a revolutionary-era tavern with interactive elements and historical themes related […]
16 May
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Hampstead Day
Main Street, Hampstead, Maryland

Carroll 250 Event: What a Revolution! A Dress in Two Days DAY 1: A Gown for Mrs. Gist

A Gown for Mrs. Gist. Visit the Historical Society of Carroll County and engage with mantua makers, milliners and seamstresses as they create an 18th gown, influenced by a portrait of Mrs. Mordecai Gist, attributed to Charles Wilson Peale. Dressed in 18th century clothing, the ladies will be reproducing a stylish silk sacque back gown, […]
16 May
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
HSCC Campus - Shriver-Weybright Auditorium
210 East Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157
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