The office will be closed Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The Hammond-Harwood House, a National Historic Landmark, was built in 1774. It was the final work of architect William Buckland. With its carved doorway entrance, formal rooms, and elegant scale, the building blends the artistry of the finest Anglo-Palladian architecture with American sensibility.
The house is open to the public for tours. Subjects include the social history of the families and enslaved people who lived in the house, architecture, and the collection of fine and decorative art. Numerous special tours, lectures, talks, concerts, and family programs are scheduled throughout the year.
Framing and Finishing: Woodworking in the Colonial Age
Slavery at Hammond-Harwood House
Upcoming Programs & Events
St Anne’s Cemetery Tour
St. Anne’s has almost always had a cemetery since its establishment in 1692. This tour will focus on these families and the recognition of St. Anne’s Cemetery as a commemoration for art and historical association.
Secret Garden Tour 2026
Saturday, June 6 from 12 to 5 pm Sunday, June 7 from 12 to 5 pm – Tickets valid for both days This year’s tour showcases the secret gardens in the residential area of the Historic District between Duke of Gloucester Street and Spa Creek. This area of Annapolis is rich with history, varied architecture, and…
Metal Working Skills of the Clock Maker
Resident Horologist Stephen Sieracki maintains and repairs a variety of late 18th and early 19th century case, wall, and cabinet clocks at the Hammond-Harwood House. While each clock has unique features, there are mechanisms and repairs that are common to all clocks. Mr. Sieracki will demonstrate some of the metal working skills used by clock…
