HCHS Education Programs & Activities

Participate in a historical discussion on how our Government works, including our local, state and federal Government. Learn about our representatives and what their job is, as well as the three branches of government – legislative, executive, and judicial. (This event is for Elementary age students)

A year full of special events is planned at the Historical Society’s Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum. On the second Saturday of eight months in spring and fall the doors will open at 1:30 p.m. for registered children to participate in 90 minute, hands-on activities which are both meaningful and fun. All children, ages 7 and up, are welcome. Girl Scouts who attend will receive a certificate of participation, which will qualify them for a badge.

Due to capacity constraints at the little Museum, these are drop-off activities. Adults are invited next door to enjoy the Museum of Howard County History, then pick the children up at 3:00.

Registration fee is $5.00

FEBRUARY 21-Democracy for Elementary school students and Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and Juniors

Participate in a historical discussion on how our Government works, including our local, state and federal Government. Learn about our representatives and what their job is, as well as the three branches of government – legislative, executive, and judicial. (This event is for Elementary age students)

REGISTER HERE: https://ticketscandy.com/e/special-event-democracy-for-elementary-school-students-and-girl-scout-daisies-brownies-and-juniors-s-14737

Participate in a historical discussion on how our Government works, including our local, state and federal Government. Learn about our representatives and what their job is, as well as the three branches of government – legislative, executive, and judicial. (This event is for Elementary age students)

A year full of special events is planned at the Historical Society’s Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum. On the second Saturday of eight months in spring and fall the doors will open at 1:30 p.m. for registered children to participate in 90 minute, hands-on activities which are both meaningful and fun. All children, ages 7 and up, are welcome. Girl Scouts who attend will receive a certificate of participation, which will qualify them for a badge.

Due to capacity constraints at the little Museum, these are drop-off activities. Adults are invited next door to enjoy the Museum of Howard County History, then pick the children up at 3:00.

Registration fee is $5.00

FEBRUARY 22-Democracy for Middle and High School students and Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors

Participate in a historical discussion on how our Government works, including our local, state and federal Government. Learn about our representatives and what their job is, as well as the three branches of government – legislative, executive, and judicial. (This event is for Middle and High School age students)

REGISTER HERE: https://ticketscandy.com/e/special-event-democracy-for-elementary-school-students-and-girl-scout-daisies-brownies-and-juniors-s-14737

Includes unlimited tea, service of sandwiches, scones, sweets, and a short history lecture.

At the Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Avenue. Free parking at the old Courthouse lot.

$45 (member)/ $55 (non-member). Purchase tickets here

Howard County Historical Society’s popular lunch lecture returns in 2026 with a new theme focusing on the small cultural and historical organizations of Howard County and the Patapsco Valley. This “Small Museum Showcase” will highlight the programs, activities, and missions of our partners and neighbors while introducing new audiences to different institutions across the county and beyond.

March 6th will feature Carrollton Hall, as we kick off the 250th anniversary year as well as celebrate Women’s History Month!

Pre-registration is not required but seating is limited. The lecture will take place at the Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Free parking is available at the Old Courthouse lot.

A year full of special events is planned at the Historical Society’s Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum. On the second Saturday of eight months in spring and fall the doors will open at 1:30 p.m. for registered children to participate in 90 minute, hands-on activities which are both meaningful and fun. All children, ages 7 and up, are welcome. Girl Scouts who attend will receive a certificate of participation, which will qualify them for a badge.

Due to capacity constraints at the little Museum, these are drop-off activities. Adults are invited next door to enjoy the Museum of Howard County History, then pick the children up at 3:00.

Registration fee is $5.00

MARCH 21- My Maryland Day Celebration for Elementary students, and Girl Scout Brownies will earn their Celebrating Community Badge.

Learn about Maryland history and local history in Ellicott City. Take an outside walking tour of some of the historic buildings near the Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum. Learn about some of the Maryland symbols and do a craft.

REGISTER HERE: https://ticketscandy.com/e/special-event-my-maryland-day-celebration-for-elementary-students-and-girl-scout-brownies-saturday-s-14742

Howard County Historical Society’s popular lunch lecture returns in 2026 with a new theme focusing on the small cultural and historical organizations of Howard County and the Patapsco Valley. This “Small Museum Showcase” will highlight the programs, activities, and missions of our partners and neighbors while introducing new audiences to different institutions across the county and beyond.

April 10th will feature the history and archaeology at Blandair Park by the County Recreation & Parks Department, as we celebrate Maryland Archaeology Month!

Pre-registration is not required but seating is limited. The lecture will take place at the Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Free parking is available at the Old Courthouse lot.

A year full of special events is planned at the Historical Society’s Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum. On the second Saturday of eight months in spring and fall the doors will open at 1:30 p.m. for registered children to participate in 90 minute, hands-on activities which are both meaningful and fun. All children, ages 7 and up, are welcome. Girl Scouts who attend will receive a certificate of participation, which will qualify them for a badge.

Due to capacity constraints at the little Museum, these are drop-off activities. Adults are invited next door to enjoy the Museum of Howard County History, then pick the children up at 3:00.

Registration fee is $5.00

APRIL 18-Tea Party Etiquette in the 1800’s and Girl Scout Junior Social Butterfly Badge

Learn the art of conversation and etiquette while engaging in a tea party. Activities will include flower arranging, place setting, and general socializing.

REGISTER HERE: https://ticketscandy.com/e/special-event-tea-party-etiquette-in-the-1800s-and-girl-scout-junior-social-butterfly-badge-saturday-14743

Join HCHS and Gary Memorial for an historic church concert and historical insights!

Purchase tickets here

Redd & the Paper Flowers
An Appalachian Folk band from Knoxville, Tennessee brings music that would have been familiar to the residents of the once thriving mill town of Daniels. The granite Gary Memorial church building that sits on Standfast Hill overlooking the Patapsco River valley is one of the last intact vestiges of that town’s working-class community. Having survived the town’s demise in 1968 and the devastating 1972 flood unscathed, the church’s future is fragile.

Proceeds of this event will be used to preserve the memories and artifacts of Gary Memorial and create a special collection for the Howard County Historical Society so that future generations can understand and learn about the special history of this church in the Patapsco Valley.

Howard County Historical Society’s popular lunch lecture returns in 2026 with a new theme focusing on the small cultural and historical organizations of Howard County and the Patapsco Valley. This “Small Museum Showcase” will highlight the programs, activities, and missions of our partners and neighbors while introducing new audiences to different institutions across the county and beyond.

May 1st will feature Banneker Historical Park and our neighbors across the river!

Pre-registration is not required but seating is limited. The lecture will take place at the Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Free parking is available at the Old Courthouse lot.

A year full of special events is planned at the Historical Society’s Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum. On the second Saturday of eight months in spring and fall the doors will open at 1:30 p.m. for registered children to participate in 90 minute, hands-on activities which are both meaningful and fun. All children, ages 7 and up, are welcome. Girl Scouts who attend will receive a certificate of participation, which will qualify them for a badge.

Due to capacity constraints at the little Museum, these are drop-off activities. Adults are invited next door to enjoy the Museum of Howard County History, then pick the children up at 3:00.

Registration fee is $5.00

MAY 16-Mother’s Day and Girl Scout Junior Flowers

Flowers are so beautiful, we bring them from outside into our homes to add cheer to a room. We also send them to people we care about. But there’s more to flowers than good looks and nice smells. Learn about the symbolism of flowers and make a small bouquet for Mother’s Day.

REGISTER HERE: https://ticketscandy.com/e/special-event-mothers-day-and-girl-scout-junior-flowers-saturday-session-14745

Howard County Historical Society’s popular lunch lecture returns in 2026 with a new theme focusing on the small cultural and historical organizations of Howard County and the Patapsco Valley. This “Small Museum Showcase” will highlight the programs, activities, and missions of our partners and neighbors while introducing new audiences to different institutions across the county and beyond.

June 5th will feature the Tubman Center!

Pre-registration is not required but seating is limited. The lecture will take place at the Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Free parking is available at the Old Courthouse lot.