The Hammond-Harwood House, a National Historic Landmark, was built in 1774. It was the final work of architect William Buckland. With its carved doorway entrance, formal rooms, and elegant scale, the building blends the artistry of the finest Anglo-Palladian architecture with American sensibility.
The house is open to the public for tours. Subjects include the social history of the families and enslaved people who lived in the house, architecture, and the collection of fine and decorative art. Numerous special tours, lectures, talks, concerts, and family programs are scheduled throughout the year.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Maryland Day at the Hammond-Harwood House
Step into history and learn the stories that shape a community.
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Lydia Maria Child
Join us for a lecture celebrating Women’s History Month.
Jane Austen Tour
Participants will enjoy a 90-minute guided tour of the house that compares the Loockerman family, with those of characters in Jane Austen novels.
Painting the Hammond-Harwood House Spring Garden in Watercolor
Jean Brinton Jaecks will inspire students to paint the spring garden at the beautiful Hammond Harwood House.
Cooking Maryland’s Way: Voices of a Diverse Cuisine
Join Joyce White at Annapolis Book Festival.
People in Portraits
The portraits in the Hammond Harwood House recall the lives of men and women who lived, worked, and raised families in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Because their images are preserved through painting, their stories are more meaningful for us today. When we see their faces, we want to know more about the…
