8th Annual McCeney March through Historic Laurel
Honoring community activist, LHS Board Member, and avid walker Jim McCeney and featuring the return of the “Cold Oven Pound Cake Challenge” in memory of Mildred Awkward
was held on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 - Thank you!
Jim McCeney is remembered for his commitment to our community, to Laurel's history, and to making Laurel a better place. He holds a special place for the Laurel Historical Society, where he served as President, Treasurer, and Chairman of the Board for many years.
This year, we invite you to learn more about the history and heritage during a self-guided walking tour through Historic Laurel. Start at the Laurel Museum and follow a 1.25 mile route to end up at the Municipal Pool Meeting Room for pizza, refreshments, and the return of the "Cold Oven Pound Cake Challenge!"
9:30 am - 11 am: Registration and pick up March materials
Check in at the Laurel Museum to complete registration and pick up your map.
10 am – 12 pm: Self-guided walking tour through historic Laurel
Visit any or all of the eight stops along a scenic 1.25 mile route. Most of the terrain is level, but there are a few hills to climb from Ninth Street to the Museum. You may also drive the route as parking is available at all of the interactive stops. Follow the route in any order and visit as many of the four stationary stops as you wish to find out about Laurel’s history from the mid-19th century to today! Interact with volunteers at the following four interactive stops for in-depth history:
12 pm - 1 pm: Closing reception and lunch for March participants followed by Pound Cake Challenge
12 pm - 4 pm: Laurel Museum open with current exhibit “It’s All Laurel: City Limits and Beyond”
Proceeds of the March will go towards educational programs at the Laurel Historical Society and scholarships for Laurel-area students.
This year, we invite you to learn more about the history and heritage during a self-guided walking tour through Historic Laurel. Start at the Laurel Museum and follow a 1.25 mile route to end up at the Municipal Pool Meeting Room for pizza, refreshments, and the return of the "Cold Oven Pound Cake Challenge!"
9:30 am - 11 am: Registration and pick up March materials
Check in at the Laurel Museum to complete registration and pick up your map.
10 am – 12 pm: Self-guided walking tour through historic Laurel
Visit any or all of the eight stops along a scenic 1.25 mile route. Most of the terrain is level, but there are a few hills to climb from Ninth Street to the Museum. You may also drive the route as parking is available at all of the interactive stops. Follow the route in any order and visit as many of the four stationary stops as you wish to find out about Laurel’s history from the mid-19th century to today! Interact with volunteers at the following four interactive stops for in-depth history:
- St. Mark’s United Methodist Church
- Laurel Museum
- Old Laurel High School
- Emancipation Park
12 pm - 1 pm: Closing reception and lunch for March participants followed by Pound Cake Challenge
- Grab a slice of pizza and drinks while hearing about the impact of your registration money and donations.
- Celebrate the winners of this year's James B. McCeney Scholarship as their rewards are presented.
- Have a front-row seat for the judging competition of the “Cold Oven Pound Cake Challenge” starting at 12:30 pm.
- Enjoy samples of the different cakes and meet the family of Mrs. Awkward, a long-time St. Mark’s parishioner and home baker.
- Take home her prized recipe!
12 pm - 4 pm: Laurel Museum open with current exhibit “It’s All Laurel: City Limits and Beyond”
- Shop for local gifts in our Museum Shop.
- Learn about Laurel in all four counties.
Proceeds of the March will go towards educational programs at the Laurel Historical Society and scholarships for Laurel-area students.
Love to bake? Love a challenge? Click here for the FAQs for the 2023 Cold Oven Pound Cake Challenge and then click the link below to register!
Click here for the RECIPE.
Click here for the RECIPE.
Two easy ways to register!
1. Click the links below to download the Registration or Sponsorship forms and send them back to us in the mail.
OR
2. Keep scrolling and hit the buttons below to complete everything securely online!
Registration
To register for the walk this year, click "Purchase Registration" below. Registration Fees: $10/child, $25/adult, $60/family of 4.
Click here to download the Registration form and send it back to us.
Donation & Sponsorship
If you would prefer not to register as a “Walker” but would like to donate to the McCeney March click here.
To become an event sponsor, please click the button below to purchase online. Click here to download the Sponsorship form and send it back to us.
New in 2023! Become an Annual Partner of the Laurel Historical Society - details here!
Return all forms to:
PO Box 774, Laurel, MD 20725 OR [email protected]
1. Click the links below to download the Registration or Sponsorship forms and send them back to us in the mail.
OR
2. Keep scrolling and hit the buttons below to complete everything securely online!
Registration
To register for the walk this year, click "Purchase Registration" below. Registration Fees: $10/child, $25/adult, $60/family of 4.
Click here to download the Registration form and send it back to us.
Donation & Sponsorship
If you would prefer not to register as a “Walker” but would like to donate to the McCeney March click here.
To become an event sponsor, please click the button below to purchase online. Click here to download the Sponsorship form and send it back to us.
New in 2023! Become an Annual Partner of the Laurel Historical Society - details here!
Return all forms to:
PO Box 774, Laurel, MD 20725 OR [email protected]
