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“Hell House: The Making of a Dark Legend” — Oct. 17, 7:00 pm — 9:00 pm
Come to the Museum of Howard County History to hear about the strange and intriguing history of St. Mary’s College, or “Hell House” with local presenter Rissa Miller. Register for this event on our “Events” tab above. In person tickets are nearly sold out, but virtual tickets will remain available.
Due to a library event that will attract a large crowd needing space to work (Hackathon), the Research Center and Archives will be closed to the public on Friday, October 18. Staff only will report on this day.
Register for our Historic Holiday House Tour on December 8 from 1:00-4:30 pm!
Learn about the 2024 Holiday House Tour
About Howard County Historical Society
Founded in 1958, the Howard County Historical Society is the primary private repository of historical records and artifacts related to Howard County’s rich history, the Howard County Historical Society provides access to materials that aid in historical exploration, research and discovery for all ages and cultural groups.
Throughout the year, the Howard County Historical Society presents a wide variety of engaging public programs, concerts, lectures, and other activities. The Society also welcomes school groups, scouts, home schoolers, adult groups, and the public to participate through field trips and outreach programs.
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Howard County History Articles
Revisiting a Journey to Freedom: 175 Years Later
Revisiting a Journey to Freedom: 175 Years Later By Dan Matterazi, Jim Blanchard, and Geeta Shanbhag In the summer of 2023, we were asked by researcher and author Stephanie Gilbert to help find the location where Oliver Gilbert (her great-great Grandfather) escaped...
Howard County US Colored Troops and Enlistment Bounties
Howard County US Colored Troops and Enlistment Bounties Dr. Mark Stout, Executive Director Once let the black man get upon his person the brass letter, U.S., let him get an eagle on his button, and a musket on his shoulder and bullets in his pocket, there is no power...
The Early Life of Decatur Dorsey
The Early Life of Decatur Dorsey By Gerald W. Ueckermann, Jr. October 19, 2021 By the early summer of 1864 the Union Army’s offensive to finish off the Confederate Army of Robert E. Lee had stalled on the outskirts of Petersburg, Virginia. There, Union soldiers...