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Historical Society of Talbot County, Maryland

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The Historical Society of Talbot County was founded in 1954 to "preserve, communicate and celebrate the heritage of Talbot County, Maryland by educating residents and visitors." From exhibits to educational programs, special events to research opportunities, the Historical Society is the leading resource for discovering Talbot County's past.

The Historical Society's campus is located in downtown Easton, in the heart of beautiful Talbot County. The society's museum and historic houses surround award-winning gardens, maintained by the Talbot County Garden Club. The Society features an artifact collection of over 10,000 objects, a document archives, and a significant photograph collection in excess of 40,000 images. The Historical Society also owns and operates the Museum Shop, a book and gift shop; Tharpe Antiques and Decorative Arts, an antique consignment shop; and the Auditorium, a multi-purpose program space and rental facility.

News and Notes

Heritage Award Nominations Open
The Historical Society of Talbot County is now accepting nominations for its 2011 Heritage Award. The award recognizes individuals, groups, businesses, organizations, or government agencies that have made a significant contribution toward preserving, communicating and celebrating the rich heritage of Talbot County. It also acknowledges those who have spent a lifetime making a positive impact on Talbot County, the region and beyond. Click here for more information about the Awards.

Picking Tokens as heard on Maryland Morning
If you listen to WYPR's Maryland Morning, you may have heard a discussion about tokens given to picking and canning employees.
You can hear the program at WAMU. See samples by clicking here to go to our Collection page

Go to our Events and Programs page on the bar at the left to see a full list of our activities.

(above left) exhibits in the Museum (right) a diary from our archives

(left) the Auditorium (right) Tharpe Antiques

We're so glad you're here. Please, take a moment and explore the exciting opportunities that await you at the Historical Society of Talbot County…

The Historical Society of Talbot County is Sponsored in 2011-2012 by

GOLD SPONSOR
Raleigh Hill Foundation
SILVER SPONSORS
Sally & Chip Akridge
Anonymous
Avon Dixon Agency and Bill & Barbara Lane
Brown Advisory
Chapel Valley Landscaping Company
Chubb Insurance
Carolyn & Bob Miller
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney – The Wilford Group
BRONZE SPONSORS
Avon Decorating Center
Bartlett Pear Inn
ChemDry on the Shore
Freeman’s Auctioneers & Appraisers
Garden & Garnish
Hair o’ the Dog
Inn at 202 Dover
Integrated Turf Management Systems (ITMS)
Parker, Counts & Melton
Preservation Maryland
Westphal Jewelers
IRON SPONSORS
C. Albert Matthews
Comfort Keepers
Easton’s Promise Art Gallery
Robert & Amy Lewis
Martha Horner
Bette Kenzie
Preston Automotive Group
Wet Dog Car Wash

Support HSTC through Local Businesses
HSTC thanks ChemDry on the Shore for their in-kind support!
www.chemdryontheshoremd.com

Peacock Restaurant and Inn at 202 Dover
Members of HSTC who book a suite or hold an event at the Inn will ensure a donation to HSTC of 10% of the cost. To make a reservation or book a 202 Dover library room or event, contact the Inn at 410-819-8007 or info@innat202dover.com

Historical Society of Talbot County
25 South Washington Street
Easton, MD 21601
Telephone Number: 410-822-0773
FAX 410-822-7911