Every spring, the two schools engage in a spirited game of croquet on the front lawn of St. John's campus. Government has always played a major part in the ongoing operations of Annapolis.
The same State House where George Washington tendered his resignation as General of the Continental Army following the Revolutionary War is still charged with energy during the three months every year the Maryland General Assembly meets in its chambers.
The Governor and Lieutenant Governor have their offices there, and it is used for a number of state functions throughout the year. Annapolis has great historical significance for other reasons. The capital of Maryland was the country's capital when the Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War, was signed here. All four Maryland signers of the Declaration of Independence had impressive homes in Annapolis, which still stand today.
The same Tidewater cuisine which was appreciated in our colonial period is still a major part of Annapolis hospitality. The many pubs and restaurants in town offer Maryland specialties from the Chesapeake Bay. Some even date back to the 18th century. As in colonial Annapolis, music is a part of the ambiance, and almost any night of the week you can find live entertainment in a number of venues. The Chesapeake still plays a major role in commerce, even though Annapolis eventually lost out on the shipping trade to a much deeper harbor in Baltimore.
Recreational boating, fishing, sailing and racing are activities that take place year round in Annapolis and are responsible for a vigorous maritime industry. Supply and service establishments dot the shoreline and comprise a major part of the local economy.
Annapolis is a very popular port of call for international sailors and its anchorage features transoms from all over the world. Four years ago, the Whitbread competitors stopped here, and this spring the Volvo fleet returned. An annual Maritime Heritage festival is held on the City Dock to celebrate this aspect of the Annapolis lifestyle. In the fall, the largest in the water boat shows in the world are held on successive weekends for sail and power enthusiasts respectively. As delightful as Annapolis is by water, its very human scale makes it a wonderful subject for a walking tour.
Many of these attractions, including the Naval Academy and St. John's College, are right in the Historic District. Best of all, the Visitors Center, with its adjoining garage, is also located right at the entrance to town.
A pleasant stroll along tree lined streets will take you to museums, restaurants and some wonderful shops. Whether you come for the history, the education, the water or the hospitality, there is always something going on in Annapolis for you to enjoy. Check out the events going on now, and look at our annual calendar to see what will be happening the rest of the year.
Skip to Main Content. Loading Close. Do Not Show Again Close. Sign In. History of Annapolis Take a look at the rich history of Annapolis. Unique Streets Sir Francis designed a city worthy of a Queen. Becoming Prosperous A thriving shipping industry brought great wealth to Annapolis, reflected quality of life. Horse Racing The landed gentry also brought another passion from home to the colonies. The Arts The arts abounded in colonial Annapolis, as performers, skilled artisans, and artists practiced their trades here.
Historical Significance of Annapolis Government has always played a major part in the ongoing operations of Annapolis. Baltimore continued its campaign to encourage Congress to come to Annapolis with a favorable front page article in the Maryland Journal[?
The anonymous author had nothing but good to say about Annapolis calling it urbane, unrivaled in luxury, a home of poets and painters, the "nursury of the Long Robe," and claiming it had among the best taverns he had "anywhere met with.
As recorded in these minutes of the Corporation of Annapolis, Maryland's efforts to make Annapolis the permanent capital of the United States failed.
On October 23, , Maryland Congressman James McHenry and Daniel Carroll wrote Governor Paca that "It would be a very tedious business were we to copy all the proceedings on the subject of the residence of Congress for we believe they make above 40 pages and we are not sure that your Excellency would take much pleasure in their perusal.
Annapolis was settled in by Puritan exiles from Virginia. The community had a series of names, including Providence and Anne Arundel Town, until is was finally named Annapolis in in honor of Princess Anne, then the heir apparent to the British throne. It was incorporated in After the Revolutionary War , Annapolis was the scene of several important events, including meetings of Congress and Washington's resignation from command of the Continental Army in
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