Group Tours

Interested in a group tour at the Maryland Center for History and Culture? Guided tours are available by appointment Wednesday through Saturday, between 10 AM and 3 PM. Masks are strongly encouraged.

Few people of the 20th century have had such enduring, wide-reaching, and inter-generational appeal as Jim Henson (1936-1990). His innovations in storytelling revolutionized children’s education, and his work from “Fraggle Rock” to “Dark Crystal” had a profound impact on generations of people. In this guided experience of The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited, learn about Henson’s long and innovative career, starting right here in Maryland. (Available June 14 – December 23, 2023)

Audience: high school to adults
Capacity: maximum 15 people
Cost: $125 per group (member price: $100 per group)
Length: 45-60 minutes

The American Revolutionary War was just the beginning. While sometimes called the American War of Independence, the effort to become a free and independent nation could not be so tidily confined. This guided experience of The Unfinished Revolution: Maryland in the Wars for Independence explores the chaos, confusion, and conflicts of the early United States as it fought to defend its newly attained freedoms.

Audience: high school to adults
Capacity: 10-20 people
Cost: $175 per group (member price: $150 per group)
Length: 60 minutes

Who are Marylanders, why are they so obsessed with their flag, and what does duckpin bowling have to do with the Baltimore Orioles? Explore the answers to these questions and how Maryland and its people have changed since its founding in 1634. For traveling visitors and lifelong Marylanders, this guided experience of the Discover Maryland exhibition shows there is much to uncover about Maryland. (Ending December 2023)

Audience: families and adults
Capacity: 10-20
Cost: $100 per group (member price: $75 per group)
Length: 45 minutes

Born and raised in Frederick, Maryland, Claire McCardell revolutionized women’s fashion in the mid-20^thcentury. Explore stories and artifacts about “Claire,” a reserved introvert with a strong love of family, and “McCardell,” the dynamic, confident, and strong-willed businesswoman. This guided experience of Claire/McCardell delves into the designer’s personal and professional lives.

Audience: high school to adult
Capacity: 5-15 people
Cost: $100 per group (member price: $75 per group)
Length: 30-45 minutes

Fill out our form here. Tours must be requested more than one week in advance.

Call 410-685-3750, ext. 334; or email dwood@mdhistory.org.