Marietta House Museum
Calendar of Events January-December 2018
M-NCPPC, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION, PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY
Marietta
was built for Gabriel Duvall, one of Prince George’s County’s most outstanding citizens. Born in 1752, Duvall pursued a career in public service which lasted for more than 60 years. After serving in several positions during the Revolutionary War, he served in the Maryland House of Delegates, the United States Congress, the Maryland Supreme Court, and as Comptroller of the Treasury under Thomas Jefferson. Soon after 1812, when he was appointed by President James Madison to the U.S. Supreme Court, Duvall began construction of Marietta. Over the next 20 years, he developed the 325-acre plantation and constructed a substantial rear wing for added living space. He served on the Supreme Court until 1835; in January of that year, he retired to spend the rest of his life at Marietta, where he died in 1844. Marietta remained the residence of his heirs until 1902. Gabriel Duvall began buying the tracts of land that would eventually make up his 650-acre tobacco plantation in the 1780s but did not build Marietta House until around 1813. Marietta is a 2 1/2-story brick Federal house in a traditional I-house plan. The main block is five bays by two, and entrance is through the central bay of the south facade. Attached to the north of the main block at right angles is a two-story rear wing, built c. 1832, and attached to the west gable end is an L-shaped wing added in 1968. Marietta stands on terraced, landscaped grounds with two contemporary outbuildings: a brick law office and a stone and brick root cellar/harness storage room. The property now consists of 25 acres of lawn and woodlands, and the grounds boast three County Champion trees and lovely old boxwood. The Society of Mareen Duvall Descendants has relocated the family graveyard from its original location to the serene surroundings at Marietta.
Marietta is open to the public as a Prince George’s County history museum and offers exhibits, lectures, events and programs covering 300 years of county history. Marietta is also home to the Natural and Historical Resources Division Library of County History. For further information, please call 301-464-5291, TTY 301-699-2544.
Children’s & Girl Scout Programs CHILDREN’S (ages 6–12) & GIRL SCOUT PROGRAMS are AVAILABLE BY REQUEST (a group of 10 or more) Best Foot Forward—Etiquette and Manners Etiquette is an important part of our social skills. See how social etiquette has evolved from the 1800s to today. Event includes conduct and table manners. Light refreshments will be served. Discovering Chocolate Learn how chocolate is made, have a taste of chocolate from chocolate pot service, and make a chocolate candy dessert. A Search of Genealogy and Family History Interested in learning about your family history? Create a timeline and journal of your own history and special memorable events. Planting Herbs How are herbs important to our health and eating habits? Join us and find out! Please bring an apron or clothes you do not mind getting dirty. Event includes planting herbs. Light refreshments will be served. A Walk with Nature Make potpourri with area flowers and leaves, and see photosynthesis take place before your very eyes. Event includes a nature walk around the grounds of Marietta (weather permitting).
Marietta
House Museum
2018 Calendar of E vents
Saturday, January 27
12 noon-3pm
19th Century Winter Travel Tour Join us for a winter tour of Marietta House Museum. Hear tales of 19th century winter travel and how travelers kept warm in carriages and coaches, as well as in the home. Have a cup of hot cider to warm up. Fee: $5/adult; $4/senior; $2/student; FREE for ages 5 & under
Saturday, February 10
1 pm
BLACK HISTORY MONTH PRESENTATION
The Life of Thurgood Marshall Join us for a lecture on the life of Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall. Learn about his legacy, from law student through to the Supreme Court, and the men he inspired. Light refreshments will be served during a meet and greet following the program. Fee: $5/person
Saturday, March 10
1 pm
Historic African American Architects Please join us for the first in our lecture series on the works of African American Architects. Author and lecturer Dreck Wilson will discuss Robert Robinson Taylor (1868– 1942). Mr. Taylor was the architect of many buildings on the campus of Tuskegee Institute, including Science Hall (Thrasher Hall), completed in 1893. Light refreshments will be served during a meet and greet with Mr. Wilson following the program. Fee: $5/person ROBERT ROBINSON TAYLOR
Saturday, March 24
2-4 pm
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH PRESENTATION
The Idea Women: Women Inventors’ Tea & Program
Join us for tea as we discuss the talented ladies of invention—the brilliant ideas of trailblazing women! Anna, Duchess of Bedford, is credited with starting “Afternoon Tea;” Marie Curie, the theory of radioactivity; Maria Beasley, the life raft; Mary Anderson the windshield wipers; Shirley Jackson, telecommunications!—and SHIRLEY JACKSON these are just a few of the many ideas we will discuss. Ages 8 & up; reservations required and space is limited. Fee: $25/person
Saturday, April 14
11 am
Historic African American Architects Please join us for the second in our lecture series. Historian Susan Pearl will discuss architect W. Sidney Pittman (1875-1958), who lived in Fairmount Heights, Prince George’s County. Son-in-law of Booker T. Washington, Pittman was best known for his design of the Negro Building at the 1907 Jamestown Tercentennial W. SIDNEY PITTMAN and the 12th Street YMCA in the District of Columbia. Light refreshments will be served during a meet and greet with Ms. Pearl following the program. Fee: $5/person
Saturday, April 28
9 am-2 pm
Marietta’s Spring Yard Sale Wondering what to do with an item you found when spring cleaning? Join the fun and reserve space for a table or two for our yard sale. Plenty of parking for those who are looking to buy. Call 301-464-5291 to reserve your space. Enjoy food and produce by the Glenn Dale Farmer’s Market while you shop or sell. Fee: $10 for a 10’x 10’ space and $5 for an additional space.
Sunday, May 6
11 am-4 pm
Photo Day on the Grounds of Marietta Bring your camera, your friends, and family and enjoy taking photos on the beautiful grounds of Marietta. Photos make great gifts for Mother’s Day! Rules will apply, so please call in advance. Fee: $5 suggested donation to be on the grounds.
Saturday, June 2
1 pm
Historic African American Architects
PAUL WILLIAMS
Join us for the third in our lecture series. Author and lecturer Dreck Wilson will discuss architect Paul Williams (1894-1980), the architect of many celebrity homes, including Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball and Barbara Stanwyck, as well as Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles Superior Court, and Beverly Sunset Medical Center in Los Angeles. Light refreshments will be served during a meet and greet with Mr. Wilson following the program. Fee: $5/person
Saturday, June 16
An Evening
with
5-8 pm
Duke Ellington
Join us in our outdoor tented area for AJQ Plus 1 and singing sensation, Wayna, to bring you the music of Duke Ellington. Enjoy a 1920s style atmosphere with vintage clothing, décor, and food! A “bootleg” drink will also be served. Bring your dancing shoes. Ages 21 & up; reservations are required. Fee: $40/person. Please call 301-464-5291 to reserve your space.
Saturday, July 21
WAYNA
1-6 pm
Family Fun Day at Marietta! Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy a day at Marietta. Visit food and craft vendors, try a little wine, watch woodcarving demonstrations, meet book authors and hear readings, play 19th-century games, have your face painted, enjoy talented local musicians, take a historic house tour, and visit with the Glenn Dale Fire Department (schedule permitting). FREE
Saturday, August 4
2-7 pm
Wine & Jazz at Marietta Celebrate summer with wine and jazz on the beautiful lawns of Marietta! Bring a lawn chair, blanket, or both, and enjoy wine, jazz, food, crafts, craft demonstrations, book authors, and a tour of the historic home. Admission includes a wine sampling glass. Ages 21 & up; Fee $15/person
Friday, August 10
12 noon-4 pm
Free Tour Friday at Marietta & Seabrook Schoolhouse If you have not been to see us in a while, please come and tour, visit our exhibits, and enjoy the beautiful grounds. Seabrook Schoolhouse is located at 6116 Seabrook Road, Seabrook, MD. Built in 1896, it is one of the earliest one-room schoolhouses still surviving in Prince George’s County. FREE
Saturday, September 22
11 am-5 pm
Life Through the Ages Witness a multi-period living history event with re-enactors depicting civilian lifestyles, as well as military life. Learn about the Victorian period of fashion and rules, the 1940s working women, and more. Enjoy period crafts, food vendors, demonstrations, dances, and civilian camp life. Speak with the re-enactors about their clothing, art, books, and food of their time. Great for family fun and history buffs! All ages; Fee: $7/adults; $4/students; FREE for ages 5 & under
Saturday, September 29
9 am-2 pm
Marietta’s Fall Flea Market Need to make some space? Find the perfect place for your items by having a table at our flea market. Reserve space for a table or two. Plenty of parking for those who are looking to buy. Call 301-464-5291 to reserve your space. Enjoy food and produce by the Glenn Dale Farmer’s Market while you shop or sell. Fee: $10 for a 10’ x 10’ space and $5 for an additional space
Saturday, October 13
6-9 pm
Halloween Legends, Tales, & Movie Night Join us as we discuss the tales and legends of the October season. Not for the faint of heart! Enjoy refreshments and a Halloween cauldron punch. A vintage Hollywood “scarefest” movie will conclude the evening. Space is limited; reservations are required. Fee: $15/person
Saturday, November 10
1-6 pm
Beer, Blues & Burgers Enjoy various styles of beer, along with the sounds of jazz musicians playing the Delta Blues! Enjoy burgers and more with our food & craft vendors, artisans, and tours of the historic home. Bring a lawn chair and blanket and enjoy the fall afternoon. Beer is available for purchase. Ages: Must be 21 & older to attend this event. Fee: $10/person
Saturday, December 8
4 pm
Holiday Candlelight Tea Set aside a special time to enjoy our candlelight holiday tea! Tea tiers include festive desserts, scones with jam, and finger sandwiches. Tea flavor of the season includes our Marietta special holiday blend. Following the tea, all are welcome to tour the beautifully decorated and candlelit historic home. Reservations are required. Ages 8 & up. Fee: $25/person
Additional Events at Marietta House Saturdays, April 28-November 17
9 am-1 pm
Glenn Dale Farmer’s Market
Visit our local Farmer’s Market on the grounds of Marietta House Museum. Purchase fresh baked goods, artisanal soaps and candles, various plants and herbs, fresh produce, and more.
Rentals at Marietta House Marietta is available for rentals with an outdoor-tented space on the beautiful grounds. Please call for more information regarding weddings, family reunions, and corporate events.
Tea & History Tours Available for groups of 12 or more! Enjoy light refreshments (includes two scones with jam, two desserts, and two finger sandwiches), along with pots of tea served on our beautiful china. The event includes an educational program, as well as a tour of the historic home. Availability offered weekdays, Monday–Friday 11 am–3 pm. Please call to reserve your date. Fee: $20 per person
Marietta’s Playwright & Author’s Corner Local area playwrights and authors give readings and lead discussions of their new works in an intimate setting. Enjoy light refreshments and a chance to meet the playwright/author following the reading. Authors’ books will be signed and available for sale. Dates vary. Please call 301-464-5291 for more information.
Marietta House Museum 5626 Bell Station Road Glenn Dale, Maryland 20769 LOCATION Off of Route 193, Glenn Dale Boulevard just north of Route 450, Annapolis Road DIRECTIONS From the Capital Beltway (I-95/495), take Exit 20-A (Route 450 East/Lanham). Proceed east on Route 450 East/Annapolis Road about 4 miles. Turn left on to Route 193 West. Proceed 1/4 mile to Bell Station Road; turn left. Marietta is the first driveway on the left. TOUR HOURS Open the first Friday of each month from 1– 4 pm for walk-in tours. All other tours are by appointment. Marietta is not open on Saturday and Sunday unless there is a special event. ADMISSION $5/Adults; $4/Seniors age 60+; $4/person for groups of 6 or more; $2/Students ages 6-18; FREE/Ages 5 & under FOR INFORMATION 301-464-5291; Fax: 301-464-5654; TTY 301-699-2544 Find us on Facebook Badge
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facebook.com/PGParksHistory twitter.com/pgparks instagram.com/pgparksandrec youtube.com/user/pgparksandrecreation The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. PPC-PR-NHRD 1/2018