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All activities listed are FREE on the dates and times noted. Many events require advance reservations. All dates, artists and venues subject to change. Please check organization’s website or call directly to confirm reservation information, seating availability or specific details. For directions call the presenting organization or visit www.mapquest.com
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Lectures
B&O RAILROAD MUSEUM
Iron Horses in the Shadow of War
Iron Horses in the Shadow of War: Baltimore on the Eve of the Civil War
Join author and historian Adele Air as she provides a snap shot of Baltimore on the eve of the Civil War. Mrs. Air will discuss local culture and customs and touch upon important local figures and the average Baltimorean.
Wed Oct 13 1pm - 2pm.
Iron Horses in the Shadow of War: Antebellum Maryland
Join noted author, historian, and guest curator Daniel Carroll Toomey as he discusses life in Maryland before the Civil War.
Wed Oct 20 1pm - 2pm
B&O Railroad Museum – 901 W. Pratt Street
Admission to the museum and lectures will be free. No reservation are required.
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BALTIMORE ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION
Lewis Lecture: Philip Freelon, architect
Internationally recognized African American architect Philip Freelon will discuss his current works, including the Smithsonian National African-American Museum and his past works including the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture here in Baltimore. Mr. Freelon will also discuss current trends in museum design and answer questions from the audience.
Sat Oct 16 6:30pm
Morgan State University Student Center Auditorium – 1200 Argonne Drive
Advance reservations are not required.
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BALTIMORE HERITAGE, INC.
Race and Place in Baltimore Neighborhoods
Join Baltimore Heritage for a series of walking tours through three Baltimore neighborhoods, Old West Baltimore, Greater Rosemont and Sharp Leadenhall, and a public lecture on race and place in Baltimore. Each tour was developed by a scholar with experience in Baltimore history working in collaboration with neighborhood organizations. The neighborhood walks and lecture aim to stimulate an informed discussion about historical experiences of residents and institutions in Baltimore’s historically segregated African American communities.
Civil Rights in Old West Baltimore with Dr. David Terry. Meet in front of the Lillie Mae Carrol Jackson Museum, 1320 Eutaw Place
Sat Oct 9 10am - 12:30pm
Streetcar Suburbs to TOD at the West Baltimore MARC Station with Dr. Edward Orser. Meet at the West Baltimore MARC Station, Southwest corner of North Smallwood and West Franklin Streets
Sat Oct 16 10am - 12:30pm
Historic Sharp Leadenhall: Past, Present, and Future with Betty Bland-Thomas. Meet at Leadenhall Baptist Church, 1021 Leadenhall Street
Sat Oct 23 10am - 12:30pm
Race and Place in Baltimore Neighborhoods: Rethinking Urban History from the Margins with Dr. Rhonda Williams at the Ebenezer AME Church, 20 West Montgomery Street
Sat Oct 23 10 - 12:30pm
Free passes may be reserved by calling 410-332-9992 or email pousson@baltimoreheritage.org
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MARYLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Druid Hill Park History Lecture Series
Druid Hill Park is the third largest park in America and Baltimore’s “jewel” is celebrating its 150th Anniversary in 2010. In conjunction with the Friends of Druid Hill Park, the Maryland Historical Society is offering a lecture series.
Dr. David Terry, Director of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture, will speak on race relations in Druid Hill Park and Ed Johnson will discuss the history of the Rogers family and their influence on the Druid Hill and Baltimore at large.
Tues Oct 12 6:30pm - 8pm
Author Anne Draddy will discuss her work, Druid Hill Park: The Heart of Historic Baltimore, and Barry Kessler, former Director of the Baltimore City Life Museums, will speak on Jewish relations in Druid Hill Park.
Thurs Oct 14 6:30 pm – 8pm
Maryland Historical Society – 201 W Monument Street
Reservations can be made by calling 410-685-3750 x319 or abeiter@mdhs.org
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