Please join us in celebrating the holidays with the Family History Day and Holiday Mart at Mary’s Land Farm from 1 to 4pm on December 11th, 2022.
Both of our museums, Ellicott City Children and Howard County History, will be closed on December 11th.
Both of our museums, Ellicott City Children and Howard County History, will be closed on December 11th.
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.
MUSEUM OF HOWARD COUNTY HISTORY (MHCH)
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ELLICOTT MILLS CHILDRENS MUSEUM (EMCM)
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HCHS ARCHIVES & RESEARCH LIBRARY
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JOIN HCHS
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DONATE TO HCHS
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Did You Know?
The Thomas Viaduct, the first multiple-arch stone railroad viaduct in America, was opened in 1835.