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During this time of curtailed activities due to COVID-19, we have been sharing online resources and information from our partners. If you haven’t been to our website recently, here are some posts you may have missed.
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Make Your Plans Now for Maryland Day Weekend |
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We are so excited to announce that Maryland Day 2022 will take place the weekend of March 25-27, 2022. This will be the event’s 15th year! As always, we have added new sites and events for you to explore with the whole family!
We are adding new events as they come in; please use the event website, www.marylandday.org, to view up-to-date information and plan your visit!
What is Maryland Day? Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events throughout Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with all ages seeking to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Plan to visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel County for the weekend as we open our doors to over 40 locations for free or just $1 (with some virtual programming, too!), and give you fun, affordable reasons to experience the area with friends and family.
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MHAA FY2023 Grant Round Intent to Apply Due Friday |
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The Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA), an independent state entity under the Maryland Department of Planning, is now accepting applications for FY23 grants under the Maryland Heritage Areas Grant Program. This grant program assists and encourages the preservation of historical, archeological, natural, and cultural resources while supporting economic development through heritage tourism across Maryland. Eligible projects must take place within the boundaries of one of the 13 certified heritage areas.
Eligible applicants for MHAA funding include nonprofit organizations and local, state, and federal government entities. Businesses and individuals are not eligible to participate. MHAA grants can fund both capital (acquisition, new construction, and historic preservation) and non-capital (planning, education, interpretation, and events) projects that support heritage tourism and education.
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Be a Part of “Tubman 200”! |
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Throughout 2022, Maryland will be celebrating Harriet Tubman all year long as part of “Tubman 200” — marking two centuries since Harriet Tubman’s birth: from 1822 to 2022. Make your heritage site or museum part of the celebration! The Maryland Office of Tourism is ready to market any exhibitions, programs, and special events honoring and celebrating Harriet Tubman, across the state.
Let the Maryland Office of Tourism know about your Harriet Tubman 200 Plans. Thinking of a webinar, a public event, or possibly a way to include a Harriet Tubman reenactor in a commemoration? Your event can be included in the statewide marketing!
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One Q&A Session Left for MHAA Grant Applicants |
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The Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA), an independent state entity under the Maryland Department of Planning, is now accepting applications for FY23 grants under the Maryland Heritage Areas Grant Program. This grant program assists and encourages the preservation of historical, archeological, natural, and cultural resources while supporting economic development through heritage tourism across Maryland. Eligible projects must take place within the boundaries of one of the 13 certified heritage areas.
To share more about Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) grant opportunities, Andrew Arvizu of the MHAA staff will be hosting webinars outlining everything you need to know about the program.
Feel free to register for the final upcoming session:
- Q&A Session on January 26 at 4:30pm
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Webinar - Millions of Trees Coming to Maryland: Who, How, and the Expected Challenges |
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Wednesday, January 26
12:00 pm
Organization: Forever Maryland
Speakers: Greg Burks, Urban Trees Program Manager, Chesapeake Bay Trust; Joanna Ogburn, Principal, JBO Conservation and Coordinator, Envision the Choptank; Justin Bowers, COO, Baltimore Tree Trust
Trees provide habitat, shade, soil stability, community beautification, and so much more. Join Greg Burks, Joanna Ogburn, and Justin Bowers to learn more about the 2021 Tree Solutions Act and how Maryland will be planting 5 million trees in the near future.
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AMM Winter Lecture: The 6th Great Extinction: Devastating Wildlife and all of Biodiversity |
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Thursday, January 27
7:00 pm
Organization: Annapolis Maritime Museum
Presenter: Gerald Winegrad | Former State Senator and Author
- Learn about the grave threats to biodiversity threatening wildlife, insects including
- pollinators, and many other species. This is the only great extinction linked to humans, the
- last being 60 million years ago.
- Hear from Gerald Winegrad, an experienced naturalist with many years of work in wildlife
- conservation and trips around the globe to observe nature’s fascinating creatures.
- He will be returning from an eco-expedition to Antarctica.
Join Annapolis Maritime Museum virtually for their annual winter lecture series hosted over Zoom. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on eight diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science and maritime art. Admission is $10 per person for non-members and FREE for First Mate and above members.
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Volunteers Needed! Crownsville Patient Cemetery Death Certificates |
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Volunteers are needed to verify death certificates for the Crownsville Patient Cemetery, as a memorial is in the works for the site.
Training for volunteers begins on Wednesday, January 26, 10:00 am (in-person)
Maryland State Archives
350 Rowe Blvd., Annapolis, MD 21401
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Museums in the Year Ahead: How Cultural Organizations are Envisioning Digital Engagement, Hybrid Models, and Innovation in 2022 and Beyond |
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Wednesday, January 26
2:00 pm
Organization: Cuseum
As museums continue to navigate the sweeping ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as envision the future of the cultural industry, it's clear that digital considerations will remain critical.
This discussion will anticipate the year ahead in the cultural industry, examining hybrid models, digital activities, virtual revenue generation, and the potential impact of new technology trends (like NFTs and the “Metaverse”), probing what museum innovation may look like in 2022 and beyond.
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Participate in the Maryland Latinos Unidos (MLU) Community Survey |
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Insights about the Latino community are critical in guiding the work of Maryland Latinos Unidos.
Our colleagues at that organization have created a Community Survey to gather information about what this year's policy priorities should be regarding the education, health, and quality of life of Latinos in Maryland.
This survey has the following goals:
- Generally, to understand how Latino community values and uses its economic, social, and natural resources;
- To gather information from Latino communities in Maryland about how they work, live, and recreate;
- Explore Latino community interest in participating in public engagement to discuss how issues impacting our lives as Latinos in Maryland connect, and how MLU can better serve the community;
- Increase awareness about Maryland Latinos Unidos’ proposed advocacy on overall community health and well-being;
- To understand what the Latino community needs and wants in terms of capacity-building and organizational development.
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Nominations Due Tomorrow: Black History Month Leadership & Service Awards |
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The Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism is proud to host the 2022 Black History Month Leadership & Service Awards in collaboration with the Banneker-Douglass Museum and the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture. Their mission is to lift up a full and complete snapshot of exceptional volunteerism happening in our communities to be honored on a statewide scale.
Please help extend the opportunity to African American service leaders (including the African diaspora). Nominate an organization or individual by Wednesday, January 26. The Governor's Office on Service and Volunteerism is looking forward to recognizing and honoring Marylanders who continue to rise up and lead Maryland through service.
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Four Rivers Heritage Area | 410-222-1805 | heritage_area@aacounty.org | fourriversheritage.org |
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