Immerse yourself in history and the Civil Rights Movement with local art, photographs, exhibits and a community service project in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., this month.
Revisit/Reimagine: The Civil Rights Era in Maryland & Parallels of Today
Jan. 1-4, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum
84 Franklin St., Annapolis, MD 21401
See historical photographs from The Afro newspaper archive that chronicle the African American and civil rights experiences in Maryland through this exhibit. Enjoy artwork by local Black artists; best for middle school -age children and adults
Free | bdmuseum.maryland.gov
MLK Day Community Art Event & Exhibit
Jan. 18-20, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
13470 Dowell Road, Solomons MD, 20688
A community art event and exhibit inspired by the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.; limited seats available; no reservations needed; for all ages
Included with admission donation | annmariegarden.org
MLK Day Trail Work
Jan. 20, 1-4 p.m. | Kings Landing Park
3255 Kings Landing Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639
Make a difference in the community on this National Day of Service by helping install the seasonal Sugar Bush Trail. Earn student service-learning hours by clearing and marking the trail, helping with cleaning equipment and placing temporary signs and maple taps; for ages 12+; registration required
Free | calvertcountymd.gov
Crafty Kids: I Have a Dream
Jan. 22, 10-10:45 a.m. | Harriet E. Brown Community Center
901 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy by making crafts inspired by his famous speech advocating for peace and against racism; best for ages 2 to 5
Free | calvertcountymd.gov
