In this episode of Revolution@250, we delve into the remarkable story of the Maryland 400 and their pivotal role in the Battle of Brooklyn—one of the most consequential and dramatic encounters of the American Revolution. Facing overwhelming British forces, these largely untested Maryland soldiers made a courageous stand that helped give George Washington’s army time […]
In this episode, we explore the complex history and future of Crownsville Memorial Hospital and the Crownsville Memorial Park Master Plan. Cecily Bedwell and Brian Reetz of Design Collective discuss how landscape architecture, preservation, and community engagement can transform a site of difficult history into a place for healing, learning, and reflection.
In this episode, author Michael Pollack discusses the overlooked importance of sidewalks in urban life, law, and community development. He shares insights from his book ‘Sidewalk Nation’ about how sidewalks shape our communities and what can be done to improve them.
Today we’re joined by Andrew Brown from The Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership, an organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing native bird populations. Andrew, Maryland Farmland Raptor Program project manager, discusses how historic resources intersect with his line of work and why preserving both natural and cultural landscapes is essential for the future of Maryland’s birds.
In this episode of Revolution@250 we cover the Whiskey Rebellion of 1791–1794. While the uprising took place mainly in western Pennsylvania, many farmers in western Maryland faced the same challenges under the new federal whiskey tax. We’ll discuss how Maryland responded, why the region’s economy depended on whiskey production, and what this event meant for […]
Today we’re joined by Paul Coussan, Vice President of Government Relations at the National Park Foundation, where he oversees efforts to lead, direct, and manage the Foundation’s government affairs portfolio. In this role, Paul engages with the Executive Branch and Congress as a trusted voice advocating for federal dollars to protect and enhance national parks.
Today we’re joined by biographer Brian J. Jones about his latest book, ‘The Capital,’ a unique biography of the U.S. Capitol building. Together we’ll explore the building’s history, architectural details, political significance, and the personal stories intertwined with its evolution. Purchase Jones’s book from the publisher here.
In this episode Zara Anishanslin discusses her new book ‘The Painter’s Fire,’ exploring the often overlooked role of artists and material culture in the American Revolution. She highlights the importance of preservation and the interconnectedness of art, history, and politics.
Harriet Tubman’s story is often told through her extraordinary courage, but her deep connection to Maryland’s landscapes is just as essential to understanding her legacy. In this episode, Angie Crenshaw, Director of the Maryland Park Service, explores how Tubman’s early life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore shaped the skills, resilience, and determination that enabled her to […]
How do historic buildings become thriving breweries, restaurants, and gathering places? On this episode, we sit down with architect David Lopez, Principal at Twopoint Studio, to explore the intersection of historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and Maryland’s brewing heritage. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience designing and rehabilitating historic buildings, David shares how old industrial spaces […]