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  LAUREL HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Laurel Historical Society

A Laurel Founder's Life

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​Horace Capron had a profound impact on Laurel, Maryland's early years.

Reminders of his years in Laurel—from the Laurel Museum building itself, to Main Street—are all around us.

During his early years he witnessed important events in the nation's history.

His life after leaving Laurel was even more remarkable—and touched some of the great events in our nation’s growth and development. 

He encountered Native Americans in Texas, fought in the Civil War, and lost a son to battle. After the war he served as United States Commissioner of Agriculture.

At the age of 67 he led a delegation that helped transform Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost province: His efforts helped demonstrate the United States’ growing stature in the international community.



                Horace Capron 1804-1885




Early Years (1804-1834)


Laurel Years (1835-1850)


A Life in Transition (1851-1859)


Civil War (1860-1865)


Department of Agriculture (1866-1871)


Japan (1871-1875)


Final Years (1875-1885)

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Laurel Historical Society
817 Main Street
Laurel, MD  20707
301-725-7975
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Laurel Museum Hours:
Friday - Sunday 12-4 pm
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    • LHS In the News
    • Blog
  • Plan a Visit
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  • Exhibits/Events
    • Calendar of Events
    • Past Events
    • Special Events >
      • Gala
      • The McCeney March
      • Holiday Home Tour
      • Laurel Garden Tour
    • Exhibits
    • Past Exhibits
    • Online Exhibits >
      • Women's Suffrage Online Exhibit
  • Get Involved
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    • Annual Appeal
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    • Brick Program
    • Genealogy Group
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    • History of Laurel
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