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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Harper Cabin - Maryland Emancipation Day Celebration

Commemorating the 161st Maryland Emancipation 

Maryland Emancipation Day was first celebrated on November 1, 1864. It marked the change in the Maryland State Congress to free all enslaved people from their bondage.
Join us on Sunday, November 2 for live music featuring jazz artists, Linda D. Harris and David Cole.
Enjoy historic games, crafts and free guided tours of the Thomas Harper Cabin at Brookside Nature Center.

Free.

Time:
Sunday, November 2, 2025
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Location:
Brookside Nature Center

1400 Glenallan Ave.
Wheaton, Maryland 20902

Fee:

Free

Brookside Nature Center’s Deck in the Spring
Brookside Nature Center