All Events
Talbot 250 Interest Meeting
Join us in celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation through local efforts and community engagement! This meeting will provide an overview of the Talbot 250’s goals and offer attendees an opportunity to share ideas, and learn how to get involved. Whether you are a history enthusiast, educator, artist, or community member with a passion for civic engagement, all are welcome!
Talbot Day
With Talbot Day, we aim to highlight our diverse community celebrating our citizens and the history of Talbot County. We anticipate this to be an annual celebration, falling on or about April 25th, the official birthday of Talbot County, each year.
Constitution Week
Constitution Week is an American observance to commemorate the 1787 adoption of the United States Constitution1. It runs annually from September 17 through September 23. Constitution Day in 2025 falls on Wednesday, September 17th.
Colonel Tench Tilghman Week
Colonel Tench Tilghman was born in Talbot County in 1744 and served as General George Washington’s Aide-De-Camp and personal secretary for seven years from 1776-1783. On October 19, 1781, Tilghman was entrusted to carry the official word of Lord Cornwall’s surrender in Yorktown, Virginia to the Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
Frederick Douglass Day
To honor Frederick Douglass here in his birthplace, Talbot County, Maryland, where his experiences helped form his character, intellect and determination. The event is held the 4th Saturday in September of each year.