America in Miniature: Arts & Music in Maryland

by Maryland Center for History and Culture

What is “American Art”? Join us as we explore the highlights of our collections and celebrate Maryland’s rich contributions to American cultural arts! Marylanders, both famous and unknown, have played an integral part in defining the essence of American art. From the renowned works of Charles Wilson Peale to the iconic sound of Eubie Blake, visitors will travel back in time as we glimpse the United States through the artist’s eye.

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About This Program

Cost

By Request: $125.00
By Request Premium: $125.00

This program is a part of a series. Book all three American in Miniature Programs for $325, a $50 discount!

Length

60 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Adult Learners

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

Primary Disciplines

Community Interests, Fine Arts, Literacy, Performing Arts, Reading, Social Studies/History

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)
Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)
Zoom

Booking Information

Programs are offered Tuesday through Friday.

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We will not charge for programs cancelled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 24 hours notice.

About This Provider

Maryland Center for History and Culture

Baltimore, MD
United States

The Maryland Center for History and Culture offers dynamic, interactive programs on topics in United States history for K-12, collegiate, and adult audiences. By exploring and discussing original historical evidence, including documents, images, artifacts, and audio and video clips, participants draw conclusions about important compelling questions about our nation's past.

Contact:
Tyler Osborne
tosborne@mdhistory.org
410-685-3750x378

Program Details

Format

1. This program begins with a conversation about what is art.
2. Together we discover the artistic contributions of Marylanders, including Charles Wilson Peale.
3. Examine the history behind our National Anthem.
4. Discuss what is folk art and explore our world renowned quilt collection.
5. Have a final discussion and reflection period about the diversity of art that makes up American Art.

Objectives

The participant will:
1) Explore the diverse types of artistic expression that make up American Art.
2) Develop an appreciation for the arts
3) Engage in a discussion about what is American art and the important role of Folk Art in American history.