Historical Happenings in Carroll County

November 2026

Carroll 250 Event: Richard Richards Memorial Dedication and Grave Marking

Join the Westminster Chapter of the SAR for the dedication of the Richard Richards Memorial on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at the Richards Family Cemetery in Hampstead. The cemetery is located on Willow Street near Terrace Drive. Richard Richards (1725-1811) was a member of the Committee of Observation for Baltimore County and is known for […]
07 Nov
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Richards Family Cemetery
3991 Terrace Dr, Hampstead, MD 21074

Carroll 250 Event: Mediums, Magicians, and the Ouija Board: A Spiritualist History of Baltimore

Join us for a journey into Baltimore’s spiritualist past with Julie Saylor of the Enoch Pratt Free Library. Julie will explore the roles of mediums, magicians, and the Ouija board in early 20th-century Baltimore. Please contact the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll County Public Library at (410) 386-4460 or register at Mediums, Magicians, and the Ouija […]
10 Nov
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Eldersburg Branch CCPL Large Meeting Room
6400 Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD 21784

Carroll 250 Event: They Will Not Be Forgotten Presented by Armand Kinslow

Armand Kinslow’s genealogical research into his family history revealed eight generations of relatives who served in the major wars of their eras. Join him as he discusses his book They Will Not Be Forgotten, which presents a fascinating collection of inspirational wartime stories from the perspective of veterans, from our nation’s independence through Vietnam. Armand Kinslow joined […]
16 Nov
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Finksburg Branch CCPL
2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg
Westminster Town Event

Historical Happenings: Union Mills Homestead – Christkindlmarkt

Come and join us for a German-style Christmas market. Food and drinks will be available to purchase, along with a variety of hand-crafted and unique gifts from vendors in the Grist Mill and Tannery. Our gift shop will be open for your holiday shopping as will the blacksmith and woodworking shops. A portion of the […]
21 Nov
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Union Mills Homestead
3311 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD 21158
December 2026

Carroll 250 Event: Liberty & Legacy Ball Presented by New Windsor Heritage

Step back in time for an elegant evening of history, music, dancing, and holiday celebration honoring 250 years of the American story! Experience historic dancing with live instructions, beer & wine available for purchase, and light hors d’oeuvres. A professional photographer will be on site to capture the evening. Guests are encouraged to come dressed […]
12 Dec
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
St. Paul's UCC
17 Bond Street, Westminster, MD
January 2027

Carroll County’s 190th Birthday Celebration

Carroll County is turning 190 years old on January 19th and the Carroll County Farm Museum turned 60 years old in 2026. We want to celebrate with everyone! Join us for this FREE celebration of the County and the Farm Museum. Enjoy cake and beverages, as well as a talk by the Farm Museum staff […]
23 Jan
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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