Yesterday we spent a day on a wonderful walking tour of historic Annapolis, Maryland. These are just some of the highlights and photos of what we enjoyed:
The State House (Where George Washington resigned his commission in 1783 and is the location where the Treaty of Paris was ratified by Congress in 1784 ending the Revolutionary War). It is the oldest State capitol in continuous legislative use.
St. Mary’s Church (Built in 1860 and design
ed by architect Louis L. Long)
suThe Charles Carroll of Carrollton Home (Built in 1749). Charles held the distinction of being the only Roman Catholic and the longest living signer of the Declaration of Independence.
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The Hammond-Harwood House (Built in 1774 and designed by architect William Buckland)
United States Naval Academy (Established in 1845 is home to 4,000 midshipmen during their 4 years of training to become officers in the Navy or Marine Corps). The Chapel and 
Museum housing the best collection of ship models from 17th century to modern times were awesome.
Saint John’s College (Chartered in 1784 and today is best known for its curriculum based on the Great Books program)
The Green House (Built in 1740, Jonas Green was public printer and Publisher of the Maryland Gazette)
We sure enjoyed the history of Annapolis!
1 comment:
Hi Jay,
I should have advised my sister who lives on Spa Creek in Annapolis that you were stopping there. Sure hope you plan a stop at Drummond Island (and James Island) on your way. Our phone is 906-493-6609.
Dave and Paula Bardsley
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