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Through the lens of “We Are. . .” our core values of Community, Authenticity, Dialogue, and Discovery are echoed in objects, ideas, and stories throughout the galleries.
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Painted Screens of Baltimore
A sampling of the painted screens collection is exhibited now on the first and second floors of the lobby atrium.
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Explore the Exhibit
MCHC’s oral history collections are at the heart of the exhibition. Visitors encounter excerpts of oral history conversations with dozens of notable civil rights leaders.
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Claire/McCardell
Claire McCardell redefined women’s fashion in America during the 1930s –1950s and she continues to influence American sportswear today.
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Antietam shadow box
Shadow box made in 1886 by John Philemon Smith who witnessed the Battle of Antietam. It records the dedication of the Antietam National Cemetery in 1867 and lists Union soldiers who died.
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Etting Mug
To commemorate their contribution to history, the men who defended North Point and Fort McHenry in 1814 scratched their names into this six-inch tall tin mug owned by Samuel Etting.
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Explore the Future of MCHC
The Maryland Center for History and Culture (MCHC) is poised for the future, following the newly-developed 2023-2028 Strategic Plan.
The Maryland Center for History and Culture is more than aMuseum andLibrary. We provide space for discoveryand developing adeeper understanding of the nation’s history and culture through the lens of Maryland.
Upcoming Program
Wye Oak Lecture—Why Maryland Matters: Tracing Maryland’s Culinary History
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Wye Oak Lecture—Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing
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The H. Furlong Baldwin Library invites visitors to explore the records of Maryland’s past and preserves irreplaceable historical materials for future generations.
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Join or renewThere is a lot to be gained by joining which contributes to the preservation of so many items in the [MCHC] collection that are precious to our country’s history. The museum was a surprise to me, and had me engaged for hours. The gift shop had so many lovely things, and the discount offered to members is a great incentive to purchasing books. When I cannot get to [the MCHC], they have an online collection that allows access to amazing documentation.
Kimberly K. Walters,Member Since 2017
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