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Maryland's Past Springs to Life: A Baltimore Adventure Awaits!
Baltimore, MD – A step inside the Maryland Center for History and Culture (MCHC) transports visitors to a place where the state's vibrant past comes alive, offering an exploration far richer than any textbook. As the oldest continuously operating nonprofit cultural institution in Maryland, the MCHC carries a significant legacy, yet the atmosphere within its Baltimore walls buzzes with fresh sense of discovery.
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Guests soon encounter the sheer scale of its holdings: an astounding collection of 7 million books, documents, manuscripts, and photographs, complemented by 350,000 historical objects. Each piece, from grand artworks to everyday artifacts, contributes to the narrative of Maryland's pivotal role in shaping America. The Center masterfully illuminates these national stories through a distinct Maryland perspective, aiming to spark critical thinking and forge a genuine connection to history and community.
The MCHC actively cultivates creativity and understanding across all ages. It provides a remarkable array of experiences, welcoming students for immersive field trips (both in-person and virtual) and offering dynamic professional development for educators. Adults, too, are drawn to its engaging lectures, insightful tours, and hands-on workshops, all designed to ignite a lifelong passion for the stories and artistic expressions that define our heritage.
This Baltimore institution offers a dynamic journey for anyone keen to connect with history, art, and culture. Exploring this wealth of knowledge and inspiration is now even more inviting with new General Admission options, thoughtfully designed for parties of two, three, or four. It’s an open invitation for friends, families, and curious minds alike to gather and delve into the compelling, often surprising, narratives preserved and shared at the Maryland Center for History and Culture—a place where history feels wonderfully immediate and ready to be explored.
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About Maryland Center for History and Culture
Since 1844, the Maryland Center for History and Culture has kept residents connected to their state's heritage by publishing educational books and a biannual magazine. These days, its museum brings that archived history to life with more than 350,000 objects, most notably the manuscript of Francis Scott Key's "The Star-Spangled Banner" written in his own handwriting. Guests can also marvel at artifacts ranging from 900 pieces of furniture made between 1634 and 2000 to more than 2,000 paintings, including seven by Joshua Johnson, America's first professional African American portrait painter. Meanwhile, the Unfinished Revolution exhibition focuses on the Revolutionary War through the War of 1812. The MCHC also sponsors extensive educational programs that enlighten young students with field trips, plus adult programs that include lectures, community programs, and exhibition tours.