October 26 @ 1:00 pm Revolutionary Harford: Life in Harford County in 1775 Hays House 324 N Kenmore Ave, Bel Air, MD, United States Winter is just around the corner! The family needs to prepare! Join people at the Hays House as they work to set aside the summer’s bounty to...
The Hays House, 324 Kenmore Avenue Join talented storyteller Amy Rosenkrans as she recounts the story of notorious serial killer Hattie Stone, a Havre de Grace resident with a penchant for murder. 1 pm. For more information, call 410-838-7691 or visit www.harfordhistory.org.
Spooky Season at the Hays House October 11 @ 1:00 pm $5 Ever wonder how our Halloween celebrations began? Halloween’s origins are deeply rooted in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, celebrated in Ireland thousands of years ago. Samhain marked the end of summer and harvest, and the beginning of the...
Open House at the Museum September 28 @ 1:00 pm Free Visit the Hays House, the Historical Society’s Living History Museum. Tour the site with Society docents as they recreate the social and cultural aspects of daily life of rural gentry in the formative days of our county. Free, donations...
The Hays House, 324 Kenmore Avenue The American Constitution outlines the basic tenants on which our nation was founded. As part of the America 250 anniversary celebration, you are invited to learn more about this critical document and its role in creating and maintaining American democracy. Sponsored by the Historical...
The Hays House, 324 Kenmore Avenue Learn how County residents heard of the Battle of Bunker Hill. What would come next for the colonies? How would Harford County fare in a war with the mighty British Empire? Should you be loyal to the Crown or fight for freedom? It was...
The Hays House, 324 Kenmore Avenue General Lafayette played an outsized role in the development of Harford County and the American Revolution. In 1825, he returned to the United States for a farewell tour. Join guest speaker Amy Rosenkrans to learn Lafayette's story and celebrate his triumphant return. 1 pm....
July 4 at the Hays House Museum July 4 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Begin July 4 with music, games, and crafts for the whole family in Bel Air’s historic house. Traditionally, folks gather here to start the all-day celebrations in Bel Air. Consider joining us this year for a grand kick-off...
Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Avenue. Hear a presentation on issues related to the loss of the bee population and the importance of pollinators. Visit the Hays House pollinator garden. 1-4 pm. For more information, call 410-838-7691 or visit www.harfordhistory.org.
History of Flags in America June 8 @ 1:00 pm at the Hays House Free Flag Day is held each year on June 14, celebrating the adoption of the American flag design in 1777. What did America’s first flag look like? Who sewed it? The answers may surprise you. Visit...
Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Avenue. Come see how a sheep is sheared and how wool is turned into cloth. Help get the wool ready to spin! May 4 from 1-4 pm. Visit www.harfordhistory.org.
Tour the Hays House and learn about life in Harford during the post-colonial days. Free event. No registration required.
