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 […]
Today we’re joined by Holley Snaith, fellow podcaster (Say it with History), historian and writer to discuss the digital preservation of history and a historical restoration project at Val-Kill, Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site. Eleanor’s Pictures – National Park Service My Website – www.holleysnaith.com Author Profile – American Masters Say It With History – Apple Podcasts […]
Join us as we sit down with Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks to explore the connection between Maryland’s agricultural heritage and its thriving craft beverage industry. From the state’s early history of grain production and distilling to today’s farm breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cideries, we discuss how agriculture continues to shape Maryland’s economy, rural […]
Join us as we explore the history of women’s roles in America’s early air defense system during World War II with public historian and museum professional Anne Dobberteen. Today’s episode focuses on the hidden figures behind the aircraft warning service in Washington, D.C.