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During 2023 and the first quarter of 2024, Harford 250 is expected to bring thousands of residents and visitors to places and events throughout the county. It is a chance for our destinations and organizations to showcase their unique role in shaping Harford County. Submit your event ideas or contact us at 250celebration@harfordhistory.org.

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Harford 250 Showcase –
Commemorating 250 Years of Community

Date: March 31 – April 1, 2023
Location: APGFCU Arena – HCC

Friday Evening (6 – 9 pm) – Ticketed event with speakers, music, displays by community organizations, art display, beer, wine and light refreshments.

Saturday (10 am – 4 pm) Open to the public – Community displays, performances by local musicians, singers, dancers, food sales, judging of displays and artworks, oral history, award ceremony.

The History of Sports in
Harford County

Date: August 19, 2023
Location: Ripken Stadium

A celebration of sports at Ripken Stadium held in conjunction with an Ironbirds game on Saturday evening. Join us to recognize Harford athletes, and sports history. The evening concludes with fireworks after the ballgame.

Celebrating Tomorrow –
Make Harford History Now 

Date: March 23, 2024
Location: Bel Air

A special event featuring music performances, speakers, unveiling of a commemorative public art piece, musical performances, guest speakers and more. The year will conclude with a county-wide sounding of bells and sirens at noon and an invitation for all county neighborhoods to join in the closing celebration and begin making Harford history now.

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Harford 250 Showcase Family Fun Day

APGFCU Arena - Harford Community College 401 Thomas Run Rd, Bel Air, MD

Community Event Join our community in celebrating Harford County's 250th anniversary. View community booths and art displays, listen to local musicians and purchase concessions. Families welcome, all children under 17...

$5.00

Garrett Island: Its History & Archeology

Cultural Center at the Opera House 121 N Union Ave, Havre De Grace, MD

Presenter: Bill McIntyre Presented by: Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse An “Ellsworth Shank Lecture” Cosponsors: Archeological Society of the Northern Chesapeake Greater Havre de Grace Museum Association Harford County Free...

Earth Day Children’s Fun

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum 100 Lafayette St, Havre De Grace, MD

Saturday, April 22nd Starts at 11:00 am Storytime Enjoy storytime and a book signing of newly released children’s book, Stella’s Dream, by local author Lindsey Pope. Environmental Center Open House...

Event Series Hosanna Story Teller Series

Hosanna Storyteller Series

Hosanna School Museum 2424 Castleton Rd, Darlington, MD

With a personable style and engaging audience interactions, Renee Emmanuel, a gifted storyteller will bring folktales, tall tales, and poetry readings that captivate audiences of all ages.  Between February and...

$5.00

Archeology of Town Life on the Eve of the American Revolution

Edgewood Hall - Harford Community College 401 Thomas Run Rd, Bel Air, MD

On the Eve of the American Revolution, leaders gathered in each of the Colonies, debated the pros and cons of rebelling against King and Parliament, and planned resistance against British...

Through the Ages Tea

Steppingstone Farm Museum 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace, MD

Join us at the Steppingstone Farm Museum Carriage Barn to enjoy an Afternoon Tea as we celebrate Harford County’s sestercentennial.  An assortment of fine teas will be brewed.  Delicate finger sandwiches,...

$30