We all know that Annapolis is a “Historic City”, but do you really know it’s history? The holiday season is a perfect reason to learn more about the history of Annapolis. Several holiday history tours are scheduled this winter. Here are a few of our suggestions!

Historic Annapolis Museum is open 9:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday and 11 am to 5 pm Sunday. Special exhibits running through February 20th, feature contemporary paintings of the historic William Paca Garden and a celebration of Anne Catharine Green, an 18th century Annapolis publisher and one of the nation’s most accomplished women from the Colonia era. Visitors can also explore the Annapolis Historic District through a variety of foot tours, historic buildings, boat cruises and carriage rides. Call 410-267-6656 or visit www.annapolis.org for more information.

Historic William Paca House: 186 Prince George Street; Holiday tours begin at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 pm on Sundays through December 26th. The cost is $8 per adult, $7 per senior, $5 per children aged 6-17 years.

Hammond-Harwood House: 19 Maryland Ave; Holiday tours are offered noon to 4 pm on Tuesdays through Sundays, through January 3rd, except Christmas Day. The cost is $6 per adult, $5.50 per senior and student, $3 per child.

Holiday Candlelight Stroll: Tours are offered 7 to 8 pm December 10th, 11th, 17th, and 18th, and depart from the information booth at Annapolis City Dock, 1 Dock Street. The cost is $16 per adult, $10 for children ages 3-11. Call 410-268-7601 (ext. 100) for reservations.

African-American Heritage Tours: Tours are offered 1 to 3 pm February 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th and depart from the information booth at Annapolis City Dock, 1 Dock Street. The cost is $16 per adult, $10 for children ages 3-11. Call 410-268-7601 (ext. 100) for reservations.