Open House at Schoolhouse for Black History Month
Open houses are planned at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden, MD, in honor of Black History Month. They will be held from 11 am to 2 pm February 20 and 27, 2021.
Schoolhouse Offering Last Open House of the Year
The final open house this year for the Drayden African American Schoolhouse will be from 11 am to 2 pm Saturday, Oct. 5.
Juneteenth Vendors, Sponsors Sought
Vendors, advertisers, and sponsors are needed for the 16th annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2019, in Lexington Park. Those interested need to register before the May 24 deadline.
Survey Says, Dream Big for Youth
Representatives of the Campaign for a Community/Youth Center in Lexington Park say the time is now to begin discussions to build a community center.
Juneteenth Festival Planned June 16
For the 15th year, the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions will offer its annual Juneteenth Festival to celebrate African-American heritage in St. Mary’s County. The free event is set for noon to 8 pm June 16, 2018, at John G. Lancaster Park in Lexington Park.
Sotterley Ceremony Honors Enslaved Community
Members of the community gathered at Historic Sotterley in Hollywood Nov. 12 to honor Africans transported in the Middle Passage.
Civil War Memorial Dedication Set for June 16
The UCAC invites you to attend the dedication of the United States Colored Troops Civil War Memorial Monument.
Verizon Store and Cantina Coming to Lexington Park
New businesses will revitalize empty commercial spaces on Great Mills Road and Route 235.
Meeting in Freedom
By Juneteenth (June 16) 2012, Lexington Park will boast a monument to the United States Colored Troops of the Civil War.