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14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
301-952-8010; TTY 301-454-1472; Fax 301-952-1773
darnallschance@pgparks.com
PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Learn about and experience the rich history of Darnall's Chance House Museum by participating in a variety of events, educational programs, and tours that are offered. To register for events at Darnall's Chance, visitSMARTlink.
2010 EVENT CALENDAR
Saturday, Setpember 5, 8 am-5 pm
1814 British Invasion of Prince George's County Bus Tour
War of 1812 scholar Dr. Ralph Eshelman will be our ride-along guide as we travel via bus and boat (weather permitting) along the routes the British Army marched through the County in August of 1814. Bus departs from and returns to Darnall’s Chance.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
FEE: $65/person
Fridays, Month of February 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm & 3 pm
The Bentley Family of Upper Marlborough
Join us for a tour that focuses on African American women who lived at Darnall’s Chance in the 18th century with a special focus on the Bentley Family.
Reservations not required.
FREE
Saturday, February 20, 2-3:30 pm
Highland Tea
Celebrate Darnall’s Chance’s Scottish heritage and partake in a cozy winter afternoon tea. Enjoy the tastes and sounds of Scotland.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $20/resident; $25/non-resident
Saturday, March 20, 7–9 pm
Colonial Tavern Dinner
Be our guest as we recreate the atmosphere and flavor of a mid-18th century tavern dinner in Upper Marlborough. Enjoy authentic food and wine. Following dinner listen to Ship’s Company sing sea chanties and tavern songs of the period.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $55/resident; $65/non-resident
Wednesday, March 31, 1 pm
Girl Scout: Folk Arts Badge Program
Bring your Junior Girl Scout troop to Darnall’s Chance House Museum to study portraits, photographs, and antiques. Scouts will fulfill all requirements for their Folk Arts Badge and complete two fun crafts. Groups should consist of 8-16 scouts.
Reservations required in advance.
Fee: $7 per Scout
Thursday, April 1, 1 pm
Girl Scout: Folk Arts Badge Program
Bring your Junior Girl Scout troop to Darnall’s Chance House Museum to study portraits, photographs, and antiques. Scouts will fulfill all requirements for their Folk Arts Badge and complete two fun crafts. Groups should consist of 8-16 scouts.
Reservations required in advance.
Fee: $7 per Scout
Sunday, May 9, 12-4 pm
Free Mother’s Day Tours
Complimentary tours of the Museum for mothers and grandmothers when accompanied by a paying child or grandchild.
No reservations necessary.
Free
Saturday, May 22, 11 am-4 pm
Pirate Fest ‘09
Arrrrgh, Matey! If it’s a pirate life fer ye, then set yer course fer Pirate Fest! Get your fill of cutthroats, scallywags, sea-farin’ scoundrels and thieves. Music, food vendors, costume contest, treasure hunt and more for pirates and landlubbers alike!
No reservations necessary.
Fee: $5/ person
Sunday, June 20, 12-4 pm
Free Father’s Day Tours
Complimentary tours of the Museum for fathers and grandfathers when accompanied by a paying child or grandchild.
No reservations necessary.
FREE
Saturday, August 28, 8 am - 5 pm
1814 British Invasion of Prince George’s County Bus Tour
War of 1812 scholar Dr. Ralph Eshelman will be our ride-along guide as we travel via bus and boat (weather permitting) along the routes the British Army marched through the County in August of 1814. Bus departs from and returns to Darnall’s Chance.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: To Be Announced
Friday, October 29 & Saturday, October 30, 7-9 pm
Mayhem in Marlborough Ghost Walk
Take a spooky tour of historic Upper Marlboro. Meet colonial spirits and mischief-makers who once lived and worked in the county seat. Guided tours last one hour and begin at 7 pm and run continuously every 20 minutes until 9 pm. Program is not for children under the age of 6.
No reservations necessary.
Fee: $6/adult; $4/child (6-15 years)
Friday-Sunday, November 26-28 &
Thursday-Sunday, December 2-5 & Thursday-Sunday, December 9-12, 12-5 pm
11th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Show
This show will delight children of all ages as they marvel at the creativity and talent of local bakers. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite adult and child entries in the Viewer’s Choice Award competition.
No reservations necessary.
Fee: $1/person
Saturday, December 18, 1 pm
Hansel & Gretel Tea Party
Visit Darnall’s Chance when it is decorated like a gingerbread house, listen to the story of Hansel and Gretel and enjoy tea and dessert. Ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $12/resident; $15/non-resident
UPON REQUEST
If you have a group of 10-15 children and would like to schedule your own private tea or pirate party, please call the Museum at 301-952-8010. Dates based on museum availability.
Pirate for a Day
Calling all landlubbers! Have you ever dreamed of life on the high seas, manning the sails and hunting for treasure? Darnall's Chance House Museum is looking for boys and girls ages 8-12 who want to learn more about life aboard a pirate ship. As a pirate-in- training, you will learn how to signal ships, navigate with a compass, design your very own pirate flag, hunt for gold and so much more!
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $20 per child (fee includes a pirate hat, treasure chest and pirate license)
Mrs. Sowers' Tea Lessons for Young Ladies
Mrs. Sowers cordially invites young ladies ages 8-12 years old to Darnall's Chance House Museum for 18th century tea lessons and instruction. After their lessons, young ladies will demonstrate what they learned by partaking in their own tea party. Following tea, instruction will be given in the finer points of 18th century dance.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $20 per child
TOURS & ADMISSION
Tours by appointment:
Tuesday-Thursday, 10 am-4 pm
Walk-in tours welcome:
Fridays, 12 noon-4 pm
Sunday, 12 noon-4 pm
Admission:
$3/adults, $2/seniors/groups, $1/ages 18 & under
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