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Historic London Town and Gardens was just awarded the 2011 Partnership-in Scholarship Grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Ford Foundation. This scholarly project will support the work of an intern from Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland, who will research land, probate, and court records involving enslaved and free African Americans connected to circa 1683 London Town, a once thriving tobacco port on the South River. Documents from the period of 1690 – 1760 will be examined and this work will be directed by Chris Haley, Director of the Study of the Legacy of Slavery Program at the Maryland State Archives in Annapolis. This targeted research project will incorporate the history of African Americans into the organized K-12 education program for visiting teachers and students that takes place at Historic London Town and Gardens. This research, occuring in summer 2012, will also be an integral part of volunteer training workshops, as well as a new interpretative outreach for docent tours, new permanent museum area, and reconstructed historic area. |
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Historic London Town and Gardens, an Annapolis-area museum interpreting colonial history, horticulture, and archaeology is hiring for two part-time, seasonal positions (education programs assisant and seasonal interpreter). The main job duty for both positions is to interpret London Town's story to our visitors. The education position will work mostly with grade school students; the interpreter position with general visitors of all ages.
The education position usually works when needed Wednesday through Friday, 9:30 - 2:00 with additional days and times as pre-scheduled. The interpreter position usually works Saturdays and Sundays during our public hours.
These positions can be filled by one or more individuals depending on applicants' schedules and London Town's needs. The same individual could work both in positions. Both positions are seasonal and will start mid-September with mandatory, paid training. Pay is $10/hour. As these are contractual positions, no benefits are available.
Use this link to read the position description for the Education Programs Assistant (click here)
Use this link to read the position description for the Seasonal Interpreter (click here)
Resumes with letters of intent may be emailed (preferred) to Lisa Robbins at
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or mailed to:
Lisa Robbins
Education Programs Administrator
Historic London Town and Gardens
839 Londontown Road
Edgewater, MD 21037
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Revolutionary London Town!
Enlist in the Continental Army. Hear the roar of cannon fire. Learn about the impact of the American Revolution on daily life in the historic seaport of London. On Sunday, July 10, 2011 from noon to 4:30 p.m., visitors to Historic London Town and Gardens in Edgewater can experience a living history event with re-enactors from Ship’s Company, Baltemore Rangers, His Majesty's Marines, and London Town’s own “interpreters of the past.”
Visit our National Historic Landmark, the William Brown House, where re-enactors will bring to life the period of the American Revolution. Help with housekeeping at the Lord Mayor’s Tenement, participate in preparing a colonial meal and learn to play colonial games, including quoits, nine pins, cards, and dice. All activities are child-friendly, so make this a family day. Children’s colonial costumes will be available. All visitors can stay refreshed with scoops of ice cream provided by Annapolis Ice Cream Company. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase from Lisa's Lunchonette.
Admission for the day is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $5 for youth aged 7-18, and free for children 6 and younger. This event is supported by funding from the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County. For more information, call (410) 222-1919. |
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Concert on the South River
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Historic London Town and Gardens
Enjoy an evening of rock and soul music with Sweet Leda on Tuesday, June 28 at Historic London Town and Gardens. The concert begins at 6 p.m. on the lawn overlooking the South River. Sweet Leda has taken the Annapolis music scene by storm and is becoming one the most exciting and accomplished live acts in the region. For more information on Sweet Leda visit www.sweetleda.com.
Bring your own picnic or purchase one prepared by Roundz Catering, offering braised brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, pasta and fruit salads, cole slaw, chips and dessert. Wine, beer, sodas and water will also be available for purchase.
Admission for the concert is $5 per person or $10 per car. We encourage car-pooling! For additional information, call 410-222-1919 x203.
This event is supported by a grant from the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County. |
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May Day Celebration
A Child-friendly Family Festivity
Celebrate May Day on Saturday, April 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Historic London Town and Gardens with colorful Maypole weaving, garland dancing and traditional music. Bring the family! Children will receive fairy wands or pixie crowns. The festivities will be held in the ornamental gardens. Experience this ancient rite of spring. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 17. Join London Town at the $75 Merchant Family level and bring your family of four for FREE.
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