BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://venues.pgparks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101 DTSTAMP:20260404T115548 CREATED:20251111T222620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T151528Z UID:10000378-1767225600-1798761599@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:COMMEMORATING AMERICA’S 250TH DESCRIPTION:HOW DO YOU USE THIS PASTPORT?\n\n\n\nUse your Pastport to travel through time and discover the real stories of the people who built and shaped Prince George’s County. At each museum you visit\, explore exhibits\, programs\, and tours\, and discover how the past connects to your present. General admission to all museums is FREE. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nVisit all seven museums\n\n\n\nCollect all seven Pastport stamps\n\n\n\nTurn in your Pastport to enter a drawing for a FREE trip to any National Trust for Historic Preservation site you choose!\n\n\n\n\nWHAT’S THE PRIZE\n\n\n\nEnter for a chance to win one of two free trips for two to any National Trust for Historic Preservation site of your choice! Explore all the amazing destinations you could choose from at savingplaces.org.Each grand prize includes:  \n\n\n\n\nRound-trip airfare \n\n\n\nA 3-day\, 2-night stay for two in one hotel room near your selected historic site \n\n\n\nAdmission to the site\, coordinated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation  \n\n\n\n\nLimit one entry per person. Entries must be submitted by December 31\, 2026. The drawing will take place on January 8\, 2027. For complete terms & conditions\, click on the “TERMS & CONDITIONS” tab below. \n\n\n\nMuseums To VisitPastport Pickup LocationsUpcoming EventsTerms & Conditions\nMuseums To VisitCollege Park Aviation MuseumMuseumsDarnall’s Chance Historic Site & MuseumHistorical SitesMuseumsMarietta Historic Site & MuseumHistorical SitesMuseumsMontpelier Historic Site & MuseumHistorical SitesMuseumsRidgeley Rosenwald School Historic Site & MuseumHistorical SitesMuseumsRiversdale Historic Site & MuseumHistorical SitesMuseumsSurratt Historic Site & MuseumHistorical SitesMuseums\n\n\n\nPastport Pickup Locations\nLocationAddressBelair Mansion12207 Tulip Grove Dr\, Bowie\, MD 20715Belair Stable Museum2835 Belair Dr\, Bowie\, MD 20715Beltsville Community Center3900 Sellman Rd\, Beltsville\, MD 20705Berwyn Heights Community Center6200 Pontiac St\, Berwyn Heights\, MD 20740Bladensburg Community Center4500 57th Ave\, Bladensburg\, MD 20710Bladensburg Waterfront Park4601 Annapolis Rd\, Bladensburg\, MD 20710Bowie Community Center3209 Stonybrook Dr\, Bowie\, MD 20715Bowie Railroad Museum8614 Chestnut Ave\, Bowie\, MD 20715Brentwood Arts Exchange3901 Rhode Island Ave\, Brentwood\, MD 20722Cedar Heights Community Center1200 Glen Willow Dr\, Capitol Heights\, MD 20743College Park Aviation Museum1985 Corporal Frank Scott Dr\, College Park\, MD 20740Columbia Park Community Center1901 Kent Village Dr\, Landover\, MD 20785Deerfield Community Center13000 Laurel – Bowie Rd\, Laurel\, MD 20708Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center5720 Addison Road\, Seat Pleasant\, MD 20743Glenarden Community Center8615 McLain Ave Suite A\, Glenarden\, MD 20706Glenn Dale Community Center11901 Glenn Dale Blvd\, Glenn Dale\, MD 20769Glenridge Childcare North7200 Gallatin St\, Landover Hills\, MD 20784Good Luck Community Center8601 Good Luck Rd\, Lanham\, MD 20706Greenbelt Branch Library\, Tugwell Collection11 Crescent Rd\, Greenbelt\, MD 20770Gwendolyn Britt Senior Activity Center4009 Wallace Road\, North Brentwood\, MD 20722Huntington  Community Center13022 8th Street\, Bowie\, MDHyattsville Branch Library\, The Prince George’s Room Special Collection6530 Adelphi Rd\, Hyattsville\, MD 20782Kentland Community Center2413 Pinebrook Ave\, Landover\, MD 20785Lake Arbor Community Center10100 Lake Arbor Way\, Bowie\, MD 20721Lakeland/College Park Community Center5051 Pierce Ave\, College Park\, MD 20740Langley Park Community Center1500 Merrimac Dr\, Hyattsville\, MD 20783Langley Park Senior Activity Center1500 Merrimac Drive\, Hyattsville\, MD 20783Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center431 Watkins Park Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD 20774Laurel Historical Society817 Main St\, Laurel\, MD 20707Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center7120 Contee Road\, Laurel\, MD 20707Marietta Historic Site & Museum5626 Bell Station Rd\, Glenn Dale\, MD 20769Montpelier Arts Center9652 Muirkirk Rd\, Laurel\, MD 20708Montpelier Historic Site & Museum9650 Muirkirk Rd\, Laurel\, MD 20708Mount Rainier Nature Center4701 31st Pl\, Mt Rainier\, MD 20712North Brentwood Community Center4012 Webster St\, North Brentwood\, MD 20722Old Maryland Farm351 Watkins Park Dr\, Kettering\, MD 20774Palmer Park Community Center7720 Barlowe Rd\, Hyattsville\, MD 20785Peppermill Community Center610 Hill Rd\, North Englewood\, MD 20785Prince George’s Plaza Community Center6600 Adelphi Rd\, Hyattsville\, MD 20782Prince George’s Publick Playhouse5445 Landover Rd\, Hyattsville\, MD 20784Riversdale Historic Site & Museum4811 Riverdale Rd\, Riverdale\, MD 20737Rollingcrest Community Center6120 Sargent Rd\, Chillum\, MD 20782Seat Pleasant Community Center5720 Addison Road\, Seat Pleasant\, MD 20743South Bowie Community Center1717 Pittsfield Ln\, Bowie\, MD 20716Vansville Community Center6813 Ammendale Rd\, Beltsville\, MD 20705Watkins Nature Center331 Watkins Park Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD 20774\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\nEvents Coming Soon!!\n\n\n\n \n \n \n 12 events found. \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n Events\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Today\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Now \n \n Now \n \n – \n \n \n 4/19/2026 \n \n April 19 \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Select date. \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n List of events in Photo View \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n COMMEMORATING AMERICA’S 250TH\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 4 \n \n\n \n \n \n COMMEMORATING AMERICA’S 250TH \n\n \n \n January 1\, 2026 – December 31\, 2026 \n\n\n \n Use your Pastport to travel through time and discover the real stories of the people who built and shaped Prince George’s County. At each museum you visit\, explore exhibits\, programs\, and tours — all for FREE — and discover how the past connects to your present. \n \n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n History \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Chesapeake Woodturners Exhibition\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 4 \n \n\n \n \n \n Chesapeake Woodturners Exhibition \n\n \n \n March 13\, 2026 – April 25\, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 am \n\n\n \n From the marvelous natural wood patterns to the mastery of different finishes\, the Chesapeake Woodturner’s (CW) artists will have you asking\, “how do they do that?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free\, donations are welcome. \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n All Ages \n \n Arts \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 4 \n \n\n \n \n \n Tarmac Tour \n\n \n \n April 4\, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n \n Explore the College Park Airport up close! Enjoy a tour of the airport’s tarmac while learning about the many “firsts” that happened on the airfield and how the airport is used today. This tour lasts about one-hour\, takes place outdoors\, and requires visitors to traverse paved asphalt\, grass\, and slightly uneven gravel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: $10 for residents\, $13 for non-residents \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n History \n \n Teens \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Unfinished Revolutions: 5th Annual Giving Voice Initiative Event\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 4 \n \n\n \n \n \n Unfinished Revolutions: 5th Annual Giving Voice Initiative Event \n\n \n \n April 4\, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \n\n\n \n Celebrate local poets with the Marietta Historic Site & Museum. We worked with poetry mentors to help local poets use Marietta’s history to inspire a collection of poems marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Arts \n \n Free \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution: The True Story of Robert Townsend and Elizabeth by Claire Bellerjeau\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 9 \n \n\n \n \n \n Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution: The True Story of Robert Townsend and Elizabeth by Claire Bellerjeau \n\n \n \n April 9\, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n \n In this book lecture you will discover the extraordinary journey of Elizabeth\, once enslaved by the Townsend Family of Oyster Bay\, NY. Follow her escape with British forces\, her heartbreaking re-enslavement in Manhattan and Charleston\, and her… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Black History \n \n Free \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Unsung Heroes Who Shaped America: Book and Craft Series\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 11 \n \n\n \n \n \n Unsung Heroes Who Shaped America: Book and Craft Series \n\n \n \n April 11\, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n \n Each installment of this series pairs a storybook about overlooked American trailblazers with a fun craft activity. This program is hosted at the Surratts-Clinton Branch Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free\, registration is recommended but not required \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Arts \n \n Free \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Souls Seeking Freedom Walking Tour: The Untold Story of Enslavement and Resistance at Montpelier\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 11 \n \n\n \n \n \n Souls Seeking Freedom Walking Tour: The Untold Story of Enslavement and Resistance at Montpelier \n\n \n \n April 11\, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm \n\n\n \n Health and wellness\, fostering community engagement\, building trust\, and learning diverse perspectives and inclusive history. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: $$5 Residents; $7 Non-Residents; Free for Members of Montpelier House Museum \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Black History \n \n Black History Month \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n "We the People" Community Conversations\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 16 \n \n\n \n \n \n “We the People” Community Conversations \n\n \n \n April 16\, 2026 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n \n Join us for a series of community conversations. We will open the floor to community members to discuss what they want to see in their community and how the Riversdale Historic Site & Museum might play a part in that future. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Free \n \n History \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Book Talk with Zaakir Tameez on Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 16 \n \n\n \n \n \n Book Talk with Zaakir Tameez on Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation \n\n \n \n April 16\, 2026 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n \n A virtual talk presented by author and historian Zaakir Tameez. This outstanding book is about the courageous Massachusetts senator Charles Sumner. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: $5/county resident & $7/non-county. Free for children under 12 years old. \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n History \n \n Literary \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Cub Corner\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n \n \n \n Cub Corner \n\n \n \n April 18\, 2026 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am \n\n\n \n Falling can help us learn to soar! Join us for a special reading of “After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)\,” by Dan Santat\, the inspiring story of Humpty Dumpty’s journey to overcome his fears. After the story\, little learners can fold their own… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Free \n \n History \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Defenders of Freedom: A Tribute to Black Veterans\, Living History Day\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 18 \n \n\n \n \n \n Defenders of Freedom: A Tribute to Black Veterans\, Living History Day \n\n \n \n April 18\, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\n\n \n In recognition of the contributions that Black veterans have made in defense of this country\, visit Surratt Historic Site & Museum on April 18 for a hands-on\, interactive\, living history day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free\, registration is recommended but not required \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n All Ages \n \n Black History \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Cub Corner\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 19 \n \n\n \n \n \n Cub Corner \n\n \n \n April 19\, 2026 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am \n\n\n \n Falling can help us learn to soar! Join us for a special reading of “After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)\,” by Dan Santat\, the inspiring story of Humpty Dumpty’s journey to overcome his fears. After the story\, little learners can fold their own… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Price: Free \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 250th Anniversary \n \n Free \n \n History \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nSponsor \n\n\n\nThe Pastport to History program and prize drawing are sponsored by M-NCPPC\, Department of Parks and Recreation\, Prince George’s County in partnership with Maryland Heritage Areas Authority and the National Historic Trust for Preservation. \n\n\n\nProgram Overview \n\n\n\nThe Pastport to History program encourages participants to visit museums and historic sites operated by M-NCPPC in Prince George’s County. Participants who collect stamps at designated locations may enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win the grand prize. \n\n\n\nNo Purchase Necessary \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nFederal law requires that sweepstakes be free to enter.\n\n\n\nPastport booklets are free and available for pick up at locations across Prince George’s County.\n\n\n\nGeneral admission is free throughout the 2026 calendar year at historic sites and museums operated by M-NCPPC\, including: College Park Aviation Museum\, Darnall’s Chance Historic Site & Museum\, Marietta Historic Site & Museum\, Montpelier Historic Site & Museum\, Ridgeley Rosenwald School Historic Site & Museum\, Riversdale Historic Site & Museum\, and Surratt Historic Site & Museum.\n\nPlease note:\n\nFree admission applies to general museum entry only. Special programs and events may have an additional cost.\n\n\n\nFree admission only applies to historic sites operated by M-NCPPC\, and does not apply to sites operated by community partners.\n\nVisitation to community partners is not required to participate in the Pastport program. These are additional locations to explore and learn about history and culture in Prince George’s County.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility \n\n\n\n\nAnyone can pick up a Pastport to History booklet and use it to visit the selected historic sites & museums across Prince George’s County.\n\n\n\nM-NCPPC employees and their immediate family members may enjoy the Pastport to History program and receive free general admission to M-NCPPC museums\, but are not eligible for the grand prize drawing.\n\n\n\nResidency is not required. Participants do not need to live in Prince George’s County to take part in the Pastport to History program or\, if qualified\, to enter the drawing.\n\n\n\n\nDefined Timelines \n\n\n\n\nProgram Duration: The Pastport to History booklet program runs from January 1\, 2026\, through December 31\, 2026\, at 5:00 PM EST. \n\n\n\nEntry Deadline: Completed Pastports must be submitted in person or postmarked by mail no later than December 31\, 2026. \n\n\n\nGrand Prize Drawing: The drawing will take place on January 15\, 2027; winners will be notified the same day.  \n\n\n\nPrize Fulfillment: Winners must book and complete travel by September 1\, 2027. For questions\, contact Kevin Cabrera at kevin.cabrera@pgparks.com.  \n\n\n\n\nEntry Rules \n\n\n\n\nLimited to one Pastport entry per individual. \n\n\n\nTwo random winners will be selected in the grand prize drawing. \n\n\n\nWinners will be notified on January 15\, 2027\, via the contact information provided on their Pastport entry. If a winner does not respond within 10 business days\, the prize may be forfeited. \n\n\n\n\nHow to Enter \n\n\n\n\n1. Pick up a Pastport booklet at any participating museum or designated Prince George’s County location.  \n\n\n\n2. Visit participating museums and collect the required stamps in your Pastport.  \n\n\n\n3. Submit your completed Pastport in person or by mail by the entry deadline. \n\nIn-Person: Submit in-person at one of the participating museums. They can only be submitted at M-NCPPC museums\, not at all the pick-up locations.  \n\n\n\nMail in: Send via mail using the address below. They must be postmarked by December 31\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCollege Park Aviation Museum C/O Kevin Cabrera 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Dr  \n\n\n\nCollege Park\, MD 20740  \n\n\n\n\nPrize Details \n\n\n\n\nGrand Prize: A trip for two\, within the continental United States including:  \n\nRound-trip airfare \n\n\n\nA 3-day\, 2-night stay for two people in one hotel room near the selected historic site \n\nIf a minor is selected as the winner in the random drawing\, their parent/legal guardian will be required to be their plus one for the trip.\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission to the selected historic site \n\n\n\n\n\nThe National Historic Trust for Historic Preservation will coordinate the historic site experience (includes admission). \n\n\n\nNot included: Stipend for the trip\, food / meals\, room service\, in-room videos\, dry cleaning\, tips\, parking\, ground transportation and transit\, transportation to and from airports\, or any additional costs once at the destination. \n\n\n\nPrize is non-transferable and has no cash value. \n\n\n\nTravel must be completed by September 1\, 2027. For questions\, contact Kevin Cabrera at kevin.cabrera@pgparks.com. \n\n\n\n\nPrivacy \n\n\n\nPersonal information collected for this drawing will be used solely for the administration of the program\, will be shared only in accordance with applicable law\, and will not be sold.    \n\n\n\nContact \n\n\n\nFor questions about the Pastport to History program or sweepstakes\, contact:  \n\n\n\n\nKevin Cabrera: kevin.cabrera@pgparks.com  \n\n\n\nStacey Hawkins: stacey.hawkins@pgparks.com   URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/250 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/250th-Pastport-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115548 CREATED:20260205T143801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192651Z UID:10001183-1772877600-1772883000@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Youth Aviators: Pilot Module DESCRIPTION:Take off into the fundamentals of piloting in this session of the Youth Aviators Program. Participants will explore key topics from the Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Exam through interactive lessons\, test their knowledge along the way\, and connect with experienced pilots. Students will also get hands-on experience using flight simulators. Participants must be able to commit to all four Saturdays of the program. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/youth-aviators-pilot-module/2026-03-07 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Teens,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Air-Traffic-Controller-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T114500 DTSTAMP:20260404T115548 CREATED:20260205T145320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192637Z UID:10001187-1772881200-1772883900@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Women in Aviation Tour DESCRIPTION:Discover the vital role women have played in powered flight\, beginning with Katharine Wright in 1903. Explore the groundbreaking achievements of female pilots with ties to College Park Airport\, and engage in a conversation about the opportunities and challenges women face in aviation careers. This program is free. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/women-in-aviation-tour/2026-03-07 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Tours,Women's History Month,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MarylandAviationFestival23-070.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115548 CREATED:20260116T152020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T220240Z UID:10000966-1772881200-1772895600@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Goode Inventions STEAM Program DESCRIPTION:Visitors learn about African American women inventors and their contributions\, including Sarah Goode\, inventor of the cabinet-bed (precursor to the Murphy bed) and Ellen Eglin\, the Maryland woman who revolutionized housework with the invention of the clothes wringer. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/goode-inventions-steam-program CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Black History,Free,History,Women's History Month ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EDUCATION-Goode-Inventions-STEAM-Program-Mar26-Parks-Direct-Post.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T114500 DTSTAMP:20260404T115548 CREATED:20260205T145320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192637Z UID:10001188-1772967600-1772970300@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Women in Aviation Tour DESCRIPTION:Discover the vital role women have played in powered flight\, beginning with Katharine Wright in 1903. Explore the groundbreaking achievements of female pilots with ties to College Park Airport\, and engage in a conversation about the opportunities and challenges women face in aviation careers. This program is free. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/women-in-aviation-tour/2026-03-08 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Tours,Women's History Month,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MarylandAviationFestival23-070.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115548 CREATED:20260213T145936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T190114Z UID:10001241-1773316800-1773320400@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Women’s History Month\, join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum Museum for a conversation on how women participated in the Civil War and the events leading up to it. This presentation will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight local people who participated in them. This event is free\, but registration is required. The deadline to register for March 12 is 5 pm on March 10. The deadline to register for March 26 is 5 pm on March 24. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/untold-stories-beyond-the-battlefield-civil-war-lecture-series/2026-03-12 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Virtual,Women's History Month ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untold-Stories-2026-600x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260213T143241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T212921Z UID:10001236-1773338400-1773345600@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Archives Together Community Workshop Series - Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Do you have old family photographs\, papers\, or books that you want to protect? The Surratt Historic Site & Museum invites you to our first Archives Together Community Workshop Series. Learn what archives are\, their roles in the community\, and how they preserve historic records. You’ll also get a chance to bring your own historic paper and find out the best ways to keep it safe for generations to come. No prior experience is necessary. Registration is FREE. Please note that registration holds your spot for all three dates. This program is supported in part by the Miller History Fund of the Maryland Center for History and Culture. \n\n\n\nPart 1: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\, 6-8 pm \n\n\n\nPart 2: Sunday\, March 15\, 2026\, 2-4 pm \n\n\n\nPart 3: Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\, 6-8 pm URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/archives-together-community-workshop-series CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Senior,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Archives-Togather-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260122T152323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T150252Z UID:10001167-1773342000-1773345600@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Running from Bondage: Enslaved Women and Their Remarkable Fight for Freedom in Revolutionary America by Dr. Karen Cook Bell DESCRIPTION:Hear the compelling stories of enslaved women and the ways in which they fled or attempted to flee bondage during and after the Revolutionary War. This virtual book lecture will explore how two wars were waged during the Revolutionary Era – a political revolution for independence and a social revolution for emancipation and equality – in which Black women played active roles. Lecture with Q&A session. To register\, call the museum. \n\n\n\nClick below to access the Teams meeting. Participants can join using the following link on Thursday\, March 12 at 7 PM \n\n\n\n\nJoin the meeting URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/running-from-bondage-enslaved-women-and-their-remarkable-fight-for-freedom-in-revolutionary-america-by-dr-karen-cook-bell CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Free,History,Literary,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Virtual-Lecture-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T040000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260116T152435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T212051Z UID:10000967-1773396000-1777089600@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Chesapeake Woodturners Exhibition DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is only open Thursdays-Sundays each week. It is closed on Mondays-Wednesdays\n\n\n\nFrom the marvelous natural wood patterns to the mastery of different finishes\, the Chesapeake Woodturner’s (CW) artists will have you asking\, “how do they do that?” Since 2001\, CW artists have showcased their outstanding techniques of turning wood into amazing sculptures and exquisite vessels. Some pieces on display will be available for purchase. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/chesapeake-woodturners-exhibition CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chesapeake-Woodturners-2026-600x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T143801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192651Z UID:10001184-1773482400-1773487800@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Youth Aviators: Pilot Module DESCRIPTION:Take off into the fundamentals of piloting in this session of the Youth Aviators Program. Participants will explore key topics from the Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Exam through interactive lessons\, test their knowledge along the way\, and connect with experienced pilots. Students will also get hands-on experience using flight simulators. Participants must be able to commit to all four Saturdays of the program. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/youth-aviators-pilot-module/2026-03-14 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Teens,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Air-Traffic-Controller-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260213T144757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T210947Z UID:10001239-1773583200-1773590400@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Archives Together Community Workshop Series - Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Do you have old family photographs\, papers\, or books that you want to protect? The Surratt Historic Site & Museum invites you to our first Archives Together Community Workshop Series. Learn what archives are\, their roles in the community\, and how they preserve historic records. You’ll also get a chance to bring your own historic paper and find out the best ways to keep it safe for generations to come. No prior experience is necessary. Registration is FREE. Please note that registration holds your spot for all three dates. This program is supported in part by the Miller History Fund of the Maryland Center for History and Culture. \n\n\n\nPart 1: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\, 6-8 pm \n\n\n\nPart 2: Sunday\, March 15\, 2026\, 2-4 pm \n\n\n\nPart 3: Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\, 6-8 pm URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/archives-together-community-workshop-series-2-2 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Senior,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Archives-Togather-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260116T151520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T153208Z UID:10000965-1773592200-1773599400@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Infusing Taste: A Curated Table of African American-Inspired Small Bites; Tasting\, Culinary Wellness Talk & Full Herbal Mocktail Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a curated evening featuring familiar foods that support well-being\, a discussion on the roles of culinary and diasporic herbs as both flavor and function\, and a hands-on herbal mocktail workshop. \n\n\n\nLed by Brittany Williams (Educational & Clinical Herbalist) of Eudemonia Herbs. \n\n\n\nCall 301-377-7817 to register. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/infusing-taste-a-curated-table-of-african-american-inspired-small-bites-tasting-culinary-wellness-talk-full-herbal-mocktail-workshop CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Black History Month,Lifestyle & Learning,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Infusing-Taste-2026-600x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T143801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192651Z UID:10001185-1774087200-1774092600@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Youth Aviators: Pilot Module DESCRIPTION:Take off into the fundamentals of piloting in this session of the Youth Aviators Program. Participants will explore key topics from the Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Exam through interactive lessons\, test their knowledge along the way\, and connect with experienced pilots. Students will also get hands-on experience using flight simulators. Participants must be able to commit to all four Saturdays of the program. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/youth-aviators-pilot-module/2026-03-21 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Teens,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Air-Traffic-Controller-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T145559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192632Z UID:10001189-1774089000-1774092600@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Bilingual Cub Corner DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bilingual (Spanish and English) reading of “Avioncito” by May Clerici. After the story\, little learners can fold their own paper planes and test them out on our paper plane launcher! This program is recommended for children ages 3-6. FREE with museum admission. No registration required. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/bilingual-cub-corner/2026-03-21 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Lifestyle & Learning,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Cub-Corner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T145855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192628Z UID:10001191-1774175400-1774179000@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Cub Corner DESCRIPTION:Falling can help us learn to soar! Join us for a special reading of “After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)\,” by Dan Santat\, the inspiring story of Humpty Dumpty’s journey to overcome his fears. After the story\, little learners can fold their own paper planes and test them on our paper plane launcher! This program is recommended for children ages 3-6. FREE with museum admission. No registration required. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/cub-corner-3/2026-03-22 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Cub-Corner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260213T145936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T190114Z UID:10001242-1774526400-1774530000@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Women’s History Month\, join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum Museum for a conversation on how women participated in the Civil War and the events leading up to it. This presentation will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight local people who participated in them. This event is free\, but registration is required. The deadline to register for March 12 is 5 pm on March 10. The deadline to register for March 26 is 5 pm on March 24. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/untold-stories-beyond-the-battlefield-civil-war-lecture-series/2026-03-26 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Virtual,Women's History Month ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untold-Stories-2026-600x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260213T145344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140348Z UID:10001240-1774548000-1774555200@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Archives Together Community Workshop Series - Part 3 DESCRIPTION:Do you have old family photographs\, papers\, or books that you want to protect? The Surratt Historic Site & Museum invites you to our first Archives Together Community Workshop Series. Learn what archives are\, their roles in the community\, and how they preserve historic records. You’ll also get a chance to bring your own historic paper and find out the best ways to keep it safe for generations to come. No prior experience is necessary. Registration is FREE. Please note that registration holds your spot for all three dates. This program is supported in part by the Miller History Fund of the Maryland Center for History and Culture. \n\n\n\nPart 1: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\, 6-8 pm \n\n\n\nPart 2: Sunday\, March 15\, 2026\, 2-4 pm \n\n\n\nPart 3: Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\, 6-8 pm URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/archives-together-community-workshop-series-2 CATEGORIES:18 and up,250th Anniversary,Free,History,Senior,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Archives-Togather-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T143801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192651Z UID:10001186-1774692000-1774693800@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Youth Aviators: Pilot Module DESCRIPTION:Take off into the fundamentals of piloting in this session of the Youth Aviators Program. Participants will explore key topics from the Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Exam through interactive lessons\, test their knowledge along the way\, and connect with experienced pilots. Students will also get hands-on experience using flight simulators. Participants must be able to commit to all four Saturdays of the program. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/youth-aviators-pilot-module/2026-03-28 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,History,Teens,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Air-Traffic-Controller-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T150533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171510Z UID:10001195-1774693800-1774697400@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:STEAM Hour: Wings For Val Robotics DESCRIPTION:Join our educators at this hands-on activity table where creativity takes flight! Drop in anytime during the hour for a special STEAM Hour to learn the basics of block coding with Ozobots and then test your skills with our air race challenge. Can you plot the fastest course for your bot? This program is ideal for learners ages 8-12 and is FREE with museum admission. No registration required. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/steamhour-wings-for-val-robotics/2026-03-28 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,Lifestyle & Learning,Special Event,Technology,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Lego-AA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T114500 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T150902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192612Z UID:10001197-1774695600-1774698300@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Women Airforce Service Pilots Tour DESCRIPTION:Honor the courageous women of the WWII Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) program who paved the way in aviation. Discover the history of the program\, the story of local WASP Elaine Harmon\, and the obstacles these trailblazers overcame during and after the war. Take flight with these remarkable women. This program is free. No registration required. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/women-airforce-service-pilots-tour/2026-03-28 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Free,History,Tours,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CollegeParkAviationMuseum19-12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T150533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171510Z UID:10001196-1774780200-1774783800@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:STEAM Hour: Wings For Val Robotics DESCRIPTION:Join our educators at this hands-on activity table where creativity takes flight! Drop in anytime during the hour for a special STEAM Hour to learn the basics of block coding with Ozobots and then test your skills with our air race challenge. Can you plot the fastest course for your bot? This program is ideal for learners ages 8-12 and is FREE with museum admission. No registration required. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/steamhour-wings-for-val-robotics/2026-03-29 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Free,Lifestyle & Learning,Special Event,Technology,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Lego-AA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T114500 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260205T150902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192612Z UID:10001198-1774782000-1774784700@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Women Airforce Service Pilots Tour DESCRIPTION:Honor the courageous women of the WWII Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) program who paved the way in aviation. Discover the history of the program\, the story of local WASP Elaine Harmon\, and the obstacles these trailblazers overcame during and after the war. Take flight with these remarkable women. This program is free. No registration required. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/women-airforce-service-pilots-tour/2026-03-29 CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Free,History,Tours,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CollegeParkAviationMuseum19-12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20251226T133458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T192605Z UID:10000918-1774796400-1774801800@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Runway Rhythms featuring Riverdale Chamber Music: Revolution and Freedom Music DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful concert exploring the role of music in times of revolution. Join Netanel Draiblate\, airline pilot and violinist\, along with Robert DiLutis (clarinet) and Mary-Victoria Voutsas (piano) for a stirring program that reflects on revolution through sound. Written in the wake of WWI and the Russian Revolution\, Igor Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale offers a profound exploration of modern themes: the erosion of individual identity and the enticing\, yet often costly\, pursuit of material gain over personal freedom. Enjoy refreshments and meet the musicians after the performance. Register in advance to secure your spot! Walk-in spaces will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Includes museum admission. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/runway-rhythms-featuring-riverdale-chamber-music-revolution-and-freedom-music CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Arts,History,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Runway_CPAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260330 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403 DTSTAMP:20260404T115549 CREATED:20260218T202118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T184614Z UID:10001286-1774828800-1775174399@venues.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Spring Break Tours DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for something to do during spring break? Stop by for a guided tour of Riversdale Historic Site & Museum’s historic property. Don’t forget to bring your family and friends so they can join in the fun! All kids twelve and under must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nGuided tours are held daily at 12 noon and 2 pm\, March 30 through April 2. URL:https://venues.pgparks.com/event_list/spring-break-tours CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,History,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://venues.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Spring-Break-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR