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2013 EVENTS

May 2013
Frugal Friday
May 3
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

Family Tour & Colonial Lawn Games
Saturdays, May 4 & 18
11:00 a.m. Sundays, May 5 & 19 1:00 p.m.

Every first and third weekend join us for a family tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn to play 18th century games on the lawn - all included with paid admission.

Mother's Day Tea
Saturday, May 11
2:00 p.m.

Treat your mom to an afternoon tea and tour at Mount Clare Museum House. Tour Mount Clare Museum house at 2 p.m. and then enjoy a traditional 3:00 p.m. tea accompanied with finger sandwiches and baked goods at the Mount Clare Stable. $15 per person. Prepaid reservations required, for more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

Mother's Day
Sunday, May 12
2:00 p.m.

On this special day, Mount Clare Museum House offers half priced admission tours for mothers, mother- in-laws, grandmothers or any other special ladies in your life.

Blue Star Museum
May 30 - September 1
Thursday - Sunday 2:00 p.m.

During this time Mount Clare Museum House offers free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families. The free admission program is available to any bearer of a Geneva Convention Common Access Card (CAC), a DD Form 1173, or a DD Form 1173-1, which includes active duty military and five immediate family members, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserve.

June 2013
Frugal Friday
June 7
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

Family Tour & Colonial Lawn Games
Saturdays, June 1 & 15
11:00 a.m.
Sundays, June 2 & 16
1:00 p.m.

Every first and third weekend join us for a family tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn to play 18th century games on the lawn - all included with paid admission.

Tour Dem Parks, Hon!
Sunday, June 9
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ride your bike to benefit Baltimore City Parks. Ride begins and ends in Carroll Park at the Mount Clare Stable. A barbeque with live jazz follows the ride. Register online at www.tourdemparks.org or email info@tourdemparks.org.. Sponsored by the Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Committee, The Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks, and the Department of Planning/Office of Sustainability.

American Girl Tea Time
Saturday, June 22
2:00 p.m.

Tea with Caroline: Join us at the Mount Clare Stable on Saturday, June 22 at 2 pm for tea time with American Girl Caroline Abbot. During the War of 1812 Caroline’s father is kidnapped by the British. Learn about her life in the great lakes area during the War of 1812. Guests will enjoy hot chocolate and cookies and also make a historic craft inspired by the adventures of Caroline. Bring your mom, dad, grandparent or your friend and have fun with your favorite doll. $10.00 non-member, $6.00 Member. Pre-paid reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

Walking Tour of Mount Clare through Time
Saturday, June 29
9:00 a.m.

This 50 minute walking tour begins by exploring the exterior architecture and historical grounds of Mount Clare Museum House and ends with an interior guided tour of the colonial mansion. Learn about this historic site's rich history that spans over 200 years! $8 per person.

July 2013
Frugal Friday
July 5
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

Patriot's Day Weekend
July 6 & 7
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Learn about Charles Carroll Barrister's role in America's freedom and make a patriotic themed craft such as an American flag - all included with paid admission.

Family Tour & Colonial Lawn Games
Saturdays, July 20
11:00 a.m.
Sundays, July 21
1:00 p.m.

Join us for a family tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn to play 18th century games on the lawn - all included with paid admission.

Colonial Craft Day
Saturday, July 27
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us at the Mount Clare Stable and participate in colonial activities. Learn how to write a letter with a quill pen, make a doll, or create a lantern or try your skill at colonial stitchery. Demonstrations by traditional colonial craft makers and colonial wares will be available for purchase. $10 per person -includes Museum admission. For more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

August 2013
Frugal Friday
August 2
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

Family Tour & Colonial Lawn Games
Saturdays, August 3 & 17
11:00 a.m.
Sundays, August 4 & 18
1:00 p.m.

Every first and third weekend join us for a family tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn to play 18th century games on the lawn - all included with paid admission.

18th Century Myths and Mysteries Tour
Saturday August 24
9:00 a.m.

Were people really shorter in the 18th century? Was there a tax on windows? Visit Mount Clare Museum House for this special tour and learn about the myths and mysteries surrounding the 18th century. $5 per person. For more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

September 2013
Boy & Girl Scout Colonial Encounter Month
Thursday - Sunday
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

During the month of September, any boy or girl scout in uniform who visits Mount Clare Museum House receives $1.00 off regular admission. Take advantage of additional savings and reserve your scout group of 20 or more by contacting Elizabeth Otey at 410-752-2462 x 209 or education@mountclare.org.

Frugal Friday
September 6
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

Family Tour & Colonial Lawn Games
Saturdays, September 7 & 21
11:00 a.m.
Sundays, September 8 & 22
1:00 p.m.

Every first and third weekend join us for a family tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn to play 18th century games on the lawn - all included with paid admission.

Grandparents Day Tea
Sunday, September 8
2:00 p.m.

Treat your grandparents to an afternoon tea and tour at Mount Clare Museum House. Tour the Mount Clare mansion at 2:00 p.m., and then sit down for a satisfying afternoon tea at 3 o'clock. Enjoy an array of finger sandwiches and desserts along with a nice refreshing English tea at Mount Clare Stable. $15 per person. Prepaid reservations required, for more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

Family Fall Fest
Saturday, September 14
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pack your picnic basket and enjoy a fall picnic on the lawn of Mount Clare Museum House. Watch blacksmith demonstrations and play colonial lawn games.

Smithsonian Museum Day
Saturday, September 21
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mount Clare Museum House participates in the Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day network by offering free admission to ticket holders. Official tickets available at www.smithsonianmag.org/museumday beginning July 1.

October 2013
Free Fall Baltimore
October 3 - 6
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Visit Mount Clare Museum House and enjoy free admission from October 3 through October 6. Enjoy guided tours of Baltimore's first house museum. Free Fall Baltimore 2013 is made possible by Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts, and the generous contributions of The Abell Foundation, Corrigan Sports / The Under Armour Baltimore Marathon, Joseph and Harvey Meyerhoff Family Charitable Funds and The William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, creator of www.bakerartistawards.org

Civil War Encampment Weekend
October 5 & 6
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Student Civil War Trunk Show
1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m.


Experience a Civil War encampment at Camp Carroll, Baltimore's largest Union encampment during the American Civil War. Take a tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn its history during the War. Young visitors will enjoy a hands-on civil war trunk show at 1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. - all included as part of Free Fall Baltimore.Free Fall Baltimore 2013 is made possible by Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts, and the generous contributions of The Abell Foundation, Corrigan Sports / The Under Armour Baltimore Marathon, Joseph and Harvey Meyerhoff Family Charitable Funds and The William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, creator of www.bakerartistawards.org

Family Tour & Colonial Lawn Games
Saturday, October 19
11:00 a.m.
Sunday, October 20
1:00 p.m.

Every first and third weekend join us for a family tour of Mount Clare Museum House and learn to play 18th century games on the lawn - all included with paid admission.

Ghost Tour: Mourning in the Evening
Saturday, October 26
Sunday, October 27
4:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Take a special after-hours tour of Mount Clare Museum House in "candle" light and hear about the family legends and ghost stories that haunt this 18th century mansion. Recommend ages 12 and up. $10 per person. Limited capacity and reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

November 2013
Frugal Friday
November 1
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

I-Spy History Tour
Saturdays, November 2 & 16
10:00 a.m.

Families become history detectives as they search Mount Clare Museum House for clues to learn about colonial life in the 18th century. Following this special I-Spy tour, visitors may make and take home an 18th century toy. Members $4.00; non-members $8.00.Recommended for ages 5-12. Space is limited; reservations recommended.

Kid's Colonial Craft Day
Saturday, November 9
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us at the Mount Clare Stable and participate in colonial activities. Learn how to write a letter with a quill pen, make a doll, or create a lantern or try your skill at colonial stitchery. $10 per person -includes Museum admission. Reservations recommended. For more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

A Carroll's Christmas
November 22, 2013 - December 31, 2013
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and experience a colonial American Christmas with the Carroll family at Mount Clare Museum House. See Mount Clare decorated for the winter holiday in traditional 18th and 19th century style with greens and dried plant materials accented with fruits, nuts, feathers and pine cones. A visual delight - all included with paid admission!

December 2013
Frugal Friday
December 6
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Visitors of Mount Clare Museum House receive half off admission the first Friday of the month. See Maryland's first museum house and one of the oldest and finest examples of colonial Georgian architecture in the city.

Open HouseColonial Christmas at Mount Clare
Saturday, December 7
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Entertainment, tour and greens sale

Experience the holidays of years past at Mount Clare Museum House's annual winter celebration. Special programs include live musical performances by the Monumental City Ancient Fife and Drum Corps. Purchase your fresh cut greens in the forecourt for holiday decorating. Looking for the perfect gift? The museum store is filled with holiday merchandise to satisfy your holiday shopping list. Fun for the whole family! Members free; non-members $5.00 per person.

Home for the Holidays Bus Tour
Tuesday, December 10
8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Experience the old-fashioned holiday spirit and visit several of Baltimore's premier historic sites decorated in their holiday finest! Enjoy a delicious catered lunch. Ticket includes admission, transportation, continental breakfast, lunch and afternoon refreshments. Check back here for additional information concerning ticket sales. Space is limited. Prepaid reservations required.

A Carroll's Christmas Story Time and Tour
Saturday, December 21
11:30a.m.

Experience a colonial child's Christmas. Families listen to a holiday story, enjoy a colonial snack and take a tour of the Carroll's Mount Clare Mansion. $7 per person. Space limited. Reservations required, for more information or to make reservations call Erica Davis at 410-837-3262 ext.101 or email at ericad@borail.org.

For more fun, start your experience at the B & O Railroad Museum and ride the Mile One Express train to Mount Clare! Visit http://www.borail.org/mt-clare.aspx for more information.



** ALL PROGRAM SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. **
Programs added throughout the year, please check back!
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