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Historical Society of Talbot County

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The Historical Society of Talbot County was founded in 1954 to preserve and celebrate the history and culture of Talbot County, Maryland. The Historical Society is deeply dedicated to becoming a force for heritage preservation while also offering the entire community a wide range of opportunities to learn about our rich Talbot County history. From exhibits to educational programs, special events to research opportunities, the Historical Society is the leading resource for discovering Talbot County's past.

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The Historical Society's campus is located in downtown Easton, in the heart of beautiful Talbot County. The society's museum and historic houses surround award-winning Federal gardens. The Society features an artifact collection of over 10,000 objects, a manuscript collection, an impressive document archives, and a significant photograph collection in excess of 100,000 images. The Historical Society also owns and operates the Museum Shop, a book and gift shop; Tharpe Antiques and Decorative Arts, an antique consignment shop; and the Auditorium, a multi-purpose program space and rental facility.

The mission of the Historical Society of Talbot County is to collect, preserve and interpret materials that document and illustrate the history of Talbot County, Maryland. The Society promotes public interest, understanding and enjoyment of the county's rich heritage in the context of Maryland's Eastern Shore and the Nation.

We're so glad you're here. Please, take a moment and explore the exciting opportunities that await you at the Historical Society of Talbot County…

Historical Society of Talbot County
25 South Washington Street
Easton, MD 21601
Telephone Number: 410-822-0773
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