St. Mary's County Events
-26 April 2008-
Exhibit: Grand Opening of the Van Sweringen Exhibit at Hitoric St. Mary's City
Description: Garrett Van Sweringen was one of the more durable characters of St. Mary’s City
during the period of the capital. A Dutch immigrant from Delaware, Van Sweringen operated an exclusive
lodging house in St. Mary’s City which catered to the elite. Van Sweringen served as alderman and
mayor of the city and was one of the most enterprising entrepreneurs in early Maryland. The new
exhibit, on the actual archaeological site, tells the story of Van Sweringen and the history and
archaeology that allow us to tell his saga. Ribbon cutting will occur at 1 p.m. and Dr. Henry Miller
will present an illustrated talk in the State House at 2 p.m.
Location: Historic St. Mary’s City
Contact: Historic
St. Mary's City, 1-800-SMC-1634 or 240-895-4990
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fee: All activities FREE all day long.
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