In March 1634, two English ships -- the Ark and the Dove -- sailed up the Chesapeake Bay, and landed at St. Clement's Island. The adventurers aboard established the colony of Maryland.
Come celebrate the arrival of the first colonist to America and the founding of Maryland.
Maryland Day Celebrations:
March 25
St. Clement’s Island Museum
Colton's Point
St. Mary's County
A commemorative ceremony will be presented to honor the founding of Maryland at St. Clement's Island, March 25, 1634. Honorary speakers will include the St. Mary's County Board of County Commissioners.
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March 22-24
Four Rivers Heritage Area
Anne Arundel County
For the sixth year in a row, Four Rivers Heritage Area is partnering with regional heritage organizations and businesses to showcase the area's historical, cultural and natural heritage. Events and activities will take place throughout the weekend.
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March 23
Historic St. Mary's City
St. Mary's County
Celebrate Maryland’s 379th anniversary with pageantry and guest speaker Dr. James Tuck, who has spent much of his career uncovering and interpreting the site of the Calvert’s first colony at Avalon, Newfoundland.
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