Museums by Candlelight
Special Programs
AARCH Society of Frederick, MD
Site To Be Announced | 1PM-4PM
Learn about Kwanzaa - an annual African American celebration that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture. Enjoy African drumming and crafts for the kids!
Brunswick Public Library
915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick, 301-600-7250 | 10AM-5PM
Visit historical Brunswick through the Myer Kaplon photograph collection, which includes more than 2,200 photos of Brunswick residents and locations taken by Myer Kaplon between 1940-1978. A Brunswick-themed scavenger hunt will be offered for children.
Catoctin Furnace Historical Society - Museum of the Iron Worker
12607 Catoctin Furnace Rd., Thurmont, 443-629-8661 | 12PM-5PM
The Museum of the Ironworker and Collier's Log House will be decorated and open for tours. Children can make a pressed tin ornament.
Daughters of Charity Archives
339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, 301-447-6067 | 10AM-7PM
Explore the student life of St. Joseph's Academy in Emmitsburg with the Daughters of Charity Archives' collection of student scrapbooks. Scrapbooks will be on display with guests having the opportunity to view student writing, poetry, and artwork.
Delaplaine Arts Center
40 S. Carroll St., Frederick, 301-698-0656 | 11AM-5PM
Explore the arts center to get inspired. Stop by our Art Cart and make a candle/votive holder craft with a “stained glass” effect. See original art in six galleries. As you meander through the building, notice the historic elements of when the building was a steam-powered flour mill.
Hagerstown & Frederick Railway Historical Society - Myersville Community Library
8 Harp Place, Myersville, 301-600-8350 | 11AM-4PM
Visit one of the last surviving local trolleys and learn about their influence on winter travel and festivities. Family holiday activities and programs also provided by the Myersville Branch Public Library.
Heritage Frederick
24 E. Church St., Frederick, 301-663-1188 | 12PM-4PM
Tour our historic house, hear about local history, enjoy music, and explore the winter garden.
Historic Dahlgren Chapel - Central Maryland Heritage League
Route 40A and Washington Monument Rd., Middletown, 301-371-7090 | 4PM-7PM
Cryptid Christmas by Candlelight will celebrate rich mountain folklore legends with storytelling, music and tours of the historic Dahlgren Chapel. Mystical beasts will come alive in the imagination directly from the pages of Madeleine Dahlgren’s book “South Mountain Magic.” On the edge of the Appalachian forest, these legends have traveled here from around the world by our diverse ancestors and will be passed on to new generations. Dress up as your favorite Cyptid if you wish.
Historic Steiner House
368 W. Patrick St., Frederick | 1PM-5PM
Historic home built by Stephen Steiner in 1807 and an outstanding example of colonial design. Enjoy tours and there will be games for children. Home to the Frederick Woman's Civic Club, Inc.
Maryland Room - C. Burr Artz Public Library
110 E. Patrick St., Frederick, 301-600-1368 | 10AM-5PM
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
48 E. Patrick St., Frederick, 301-695-1864 | 10AM–5PM
Tour the galleries of the National Museum of Civil War Medicine for the special price of pay-what-you-please. Additionally, visitors can find living historians from the Blue and Gray Hospital Association. They will be on hand to give an up close look at the tools of Civil War medical care.
National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, 301-447-6072 | 10AM-7:30PM
Seton Shrine will be hosting a special FREE daytime version of Candlelight Tours: Christmas Saints. While you’re here, visit professional artist, Lauren Muney of Silhouette by Hand, who will be on site and available to cut your silhouette for the bi-weekly Hands-On History program. Purchase tickets to get your silhouette cut here. Availability is limited, so please register ahead of time.
Rose Hill Manor Park and Museum
1611 N. Market St., Frederick, 240-315-4563 | 12PM-7PM
Visit us to explore holiday traditions while taking a self-guided tour of the museum facilities. Enjoy special exhibits celebrating Rose Hill's 50th anniversary!
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum
1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick, 301-663-3885 | 12PM-6PM
Open hearth cooking demonstrations, cookies, cider, and crafts. Gift shop will be open for holiday shopping.
South Mountain Heritage Society
3 E. Main St., Burkittsville, 240-818-1610 | 10AM–5PM
Music on the historic pipe organ at the top of each hour.
The William F. Moran Museum & Foundation
4246 Old National Pike, Middletown, 240-344-3573 | 12PM-5PM
Bill Moran a local treasure made history in his small shop in Middletown. Come see his historical shop and a collection of his metal work and creative blades. Come a beautiful selection of Damascus and his carbon steel work. Visit the new facility on site where we will continue with Bill's methods of teaching and beyond as we open the W.F. Moran Bladesmith & Artisan Academy.
Thurmont Historical Society - Creeger House
11 N. Church St., Thurmont, 301-271-1860 | 10AM-5PM
Join us at the Thurmont Historical Society for a Christmas from the past! Enjoy a tour of the Creeger House and its various artifacts, kids can participate in coloring activities, and learn about the origins of Christmas.
