The Historical Society of Cecil County is fully open to the public.
For patrons submitting research requests, the first half-hour of research is free of charge. Additional research can be purchased for $10.00 per additional half hour. Use of the library by non-members for in person research will remain at $5.00. Payment in advance is requested.
Join us for our Holiday Silent Auction!
- Friday December 6, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00PM (First Friday Event)
- Saturday December 7, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00PM (Special Ticketed Event)
- Sunday December 8, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00PM (Museum/Exhibit Opens)
Historical Society of Cecil County • 135 E. Main Street, Elkton, MD
For more info, call 410-398-1790 or cecilhistory@gmail.com
Join the Historical Society of Cecil County for an exclusive evening…
Picking up the Pieces!
This special evening begins with drinks and hors d’oeuvres while enjoying the newly installed exhibit “Picking up the Pieces”.
You will follow Jeffrey Ricketts’ journey as he talks about the 300 years of history he has uncovered at his home ‘Mullin’s Folly’ located in Calvert, Maryland. The evening is complete with the reopening of the second floor main exhibit space. This is your exclusive first look at a space that has been closed to the public for over 10 years!
Please join us in celebrating Cecil’s unique history
Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM
$35 per person limited to 50 tickets.
For more information, please call 410-398-1790 or email cecilhistory@gmail.com
HAPPY 350th BIRTHDAY CECIL COUNTY!
Celebrate the 350th anniversary of the founding of Cecil County by purchasing one of these Historical Society of Cecil County/350th Anniversary T-shirts!
COLORS: 4 colors available; red, blue, black, and gray
SIZES: Adult; S – 3XL Youth: Med. & Lg.
COST: Youth – $20; Adult – $25!
Also available for purchase at the Historical Society. Remember, we are open on Mondays & Thursdays from 10 am – 4 pm and on the first Saturday of each month from 10 am – 2 pm.
HOT OFF THE PRESS!
Volume 2 of Cecil Snippets has just been released –
Get both and help support the HSCC!
The Historical Society of Cecil County has put together a collection of articles written by past and current members, as well as some directly from newspapers of the times. Cecil Snippets: History, Folklore, and Humor of Cecil County’s Past, Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 are now available for purchase – just in time for the holidays!
Each volume is $25, but buy both for just $45!
All proceeds of the book will go toward the funding of HSCC projects. Here’s where to order:
WE HAVE A WINNER!
Congratulations to Katy Ferrero, winner of our rug raffle!
This rug was designed and created by local artist Colleen Tiefenthal with support in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (www.msac.org). It was donated to the Historical Society of Cecil County to help preserve the craft and share information about rug hooking.
To watch the video, click on the Reverend Duke (above)
Rev. Duke Cabin is COMPLETE!
A HUGE thanks to all who generously donated to the restoration project – we’re please to say the project is complete!
If you happened to miss the re-dedication on May 5th 2023, watch the video of Reverend Duke himself (well…) presiding over the ceremony.
Also…
Have a look at some of the in-progress pictures showing the disassembled parts of the historic structure.
HSCC Receives $8,000 Grant!
The Historical Society of Cecil County has been awarded funding of $8000.00 through the Cecil County FY2025 Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) Local Community Grant Program. The Society plans on using this grant money to update our library and exhibit space.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Historical Society of Cecil County is looking for volunteers who are willing to help us fulfill our mission of preserving and interpreting our Cecil County history. Following are the volunteer positions we need to fill:
- Corresponding Secretary
- Event Coordinator
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Editor of the Inkwell
- Website Manager
- Research Assistant
- Library Assistant
- Gardener
- Publicity/Social Media
- Coordinator
- Curator’s Assistant
If any of these positions are of interest to you, please contact us at 410-398-1790 or cecilhistory@gmail.com
Barry Sawyer talks about The Price Collection of Indian Artifacts
Check out Paula Newton’s conversation with Barry Sawyer.
Welcome!
Welcome to the online home of the Historical Society of Cecil County. We are pleased to curate, interpret and make available information on Cecil County history and genealogy. As you — the genealogist, researcher, or person simply interested in local culture and heritage — explore our resources, we invite your comments and suggestions.
We also invite to you to become a member of the Society. Since we’re 100% volunteer-based, joining the HSCC is great way to contribute to your community and learn some valuable history in the process. Find out more HERE.
Our Collection
and how to see it
Visit the Historical Society of Cecil County! We’re open Mondays and Thursdays, 10: a.m to 4:00 p.m. and on the first Saturday of each month, 10:00a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Need research?
We can help!
If you can’t visit the Historical Society of Cecil County in person, we have a group of volunteers who will help out! Please see our research section for details.
The Latest from HSCC
Kermit DeBoard Scholarship awarded to Yasmin Mestra-Gordillo
2024 Graduate of Elkton High School wins scholarship.
Trust, Patriotism, Valor, Fidelity: The History of Col. George Edward Mitchell
By Eric F. Mease. Just added… Read it here…
JUST ADDED! Past editions of The Inkwell
Added to our online archives – Read them here…
Our GREAT READS! section features previously published articles from the Cecil Whig
Contemporary Writings about Historic Subjects – Read them here…
Presentations about Maryland’s History
Courtesy of the Cecil County Public Library, “Capturing Cecil County History” provides video recordings of local history programming. View the program online and share with friends and family. – Watch videos here…
Cecil’s Got History
Just who IS this little guy and where is he from? Get the whole story here…
Check out images from HSCC Family Heritage Day
April 29, 2018 was Family Heritage Day at Big Elk Chapel outside of Fair Hill, MD. See more here…
Please Donate to the HSCC!
As a 100% volunteer organization, we really rely on your generous donations!
Did you know we have a table of FREE STUFF?
Yup, you read that right! C’mon in anytime during the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday, Thursday or Saturday (until 2:00 pm)
Our Members Say…
“Joining the HSCC was the best $20 I’ve spent in a long time… I get invitations to all their special events and can bring guests as well as have complete access to their archives for my geneology research!”
2024 Holiday Closing Schedule
The Historical Society is closed on the following Federal holidays:
January 4 – Society reopens
January 15 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
May 27 – Memorial Day
July 4 – Independence Day
September 2 – Labor Day
November 28 – Thanksgiving Day
Dec. 13-Jan. 1 – Christmas-New Year’s, Society closed
January 2, 2025 – Society reopens
Monitor our Facebook page and local media for detailed information on events and last minute changes.
Snow Closing Policy: Whenever Cecil County schools and/or Cecil College are closed, anticipate that the Society is also closed.