Plan A Visit

817 Main Street
Laurel, MD 20707

MUSEUM, LIBRARY, AND GIFT SHOP
CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

The gift shop is available for online orders

For inquiries, including research requests,
contact info@laurelhistoricalsociety.org

Please note that we  may not be able to fulfill all research requests while the Museum is closed.

Hours: 
Sunday 1:00p.m.-4:00p.m.
Wednesday/Friday  10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.
Tour Groups and Library by appointment.

Current Exhibit

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While we are closed you can tour the exhibit virtually with our
"One Take Tours."
(1) Laurel Before 1870
(2) Community
(3) Transportation
(4)  Entertainment
(5) Business
(6) Grade School
(7) Home
(8) Faith

The Laurel Historical Society celebrates 150 years of Laurel’s history by unpacking some of the best, biggest, and most beautiful items in our collection. Many have never been on exhibit before. Learn about the people, places, and things that make our community unique.

2 February - 20 December 2020
 


Upcoming Events

LHS Collecting Days Nov. 6, 10, 15
 Do you have a social justice protest sign?  A Laurel-related coronavirus notice, sign or mask? Stories, photos or materials related to you or your family’s virtual education or at-home experience? The LHS is asking the community to help it document these historic events by sharing and donating them to the Laurel Museum. Details here

Webinar: Archaeology of Howard County
Thursday, November 12th, 7 pm
Learn about the archaeological sites and ongoing excavations in the area from Kelly Palich, Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks.
Find out how you can volunteer with the Upper Patuxent Archaeology Group!

This virtual program is free and open to the public, but registration is required:
https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_Ts9-Ns-ESh-TRCXdPXhJbA

Help Create the Laurel
Stands For Justice Collection.
Did you march June 7 in Laurel or someplace else? Make a sign or post one in your yard?  Do you have stories or photos? Want to share your personal story so people in the future will understand YOUR experiences and why this is/was important? Help us document the march and recent events for future generations. To donate photos, signs, or tell your story contact:  Director @LaurelhistoricalSociety.org

Help us tell the Coronavirus story. Send photos/Share stories.  The coronavirus is a history-making event.  Future generations will want to know what it was like here in Laurel. You can help us build our collection while events are happening. To learn how to submit photos and stories, click here.
The Laurel Museum is closed when Prince George's County schools are closed. When school is delayed, the museum opens at noon. If schools are dismissed early, the museum will close at noon. For weekend event changes check our Facebook page and this site or call 301-725-7975.
Interested in exploring Laurel's rich history? Our collections offer opportunities to research your family or local history. Visit our History/Research Page, Our Past Exhibits Page, or Our Collections Page!
Shop locally, shop Laurel!

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Want to get involved?  Join the LHS as a member or learn about our many volunteer opportunities.
You can also make a donation or add your Laurel-related items to our collection.
Please note: We are not affiliated with, nor recognize the activities of, the website laurelhistoricalsociety.COM. Please beware!