Museum of Howard County History

06/09/2026

🌙✨ Looking for the PERFECT date night in Ellicott City? ✨🌙

Step back in time and into the unknown at the Ellicott City Mt. Misery Ghost Tour! 👻💕

Stroll the hauntingly beautiful and historic grounds of Mt. Misery — one of Howard County's most legendary and mysterious locations. Tucked away in the heart of Ellicott City, this iconic hilltop has witnessed centuries of captivating history, untold stories, and… things that go bump in the night. 🌿🕯️

Uncover the secrets of this storied landmark as you wander under the stars with your special someone. It's history, mystery, and romance all wrapped into one unforgettable evening! 🌹😍

🗓️
Friday, June 12, 2026
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8:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: Just $20.00 per person

🥰 The perfect excuse to hold hands a little tighter…

👉 Grab your tickets before they sell out:
https://tinyurl.com/June12thMtMisery

📸 Stunning scenery + amazing photo ops — don't forget your camera!

06/02/2026

What a fun way to learn more about this 250 year old Mill Town!

🏛️ Ellicott City’s history is calling.
On Saturday, June 13th at 11:00 A.M., join us for a guided walk through 250 years of stories, landmarks, and hidden details you’d never notice on your own. 🚶‍♀️✨

We’ll start at Mt. Ida next to the Court House parking lot and take you straight into the heart of one of Maryland’s most iconic historic towns. This tour is led by a knowledgeable Historian, so expect the real stories, the local legends, and the context that makes Ellicott City come alive. 📜🔥

🎟️ Tickets are $20.00
Grab yours now: https://tinyurl.com/June13thWalkingTour

👣 Come for the walk. Stay for the stories.

04/30/2026

What a great way to experience Ellicott City! This is a five-star tour ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This tour ends up at the Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum which you can visit for free, and then you can walk back through town visiting the many shops and have lunch in one of OEC's amazing restaurants!

🏛️ Ellicott City's stories are waiting to be told — will YOU be there to hear them?
On Saturday, May 9th at 11:00 AM, lace up your walking shoes and step into one of Maryland's most storied streets on the Historic Ellicott City Walking Tour — a guided journey through 250+ years of mill towns, Civil War echoes, flooding legends, and the families who shaped this remarkable town.

🔍 What you'll discover:
✔️ Hidden architectural secrets hiding in plain sight on Main Street
✔️ Civil War-era history that shaped Howard County forever
✔️ The dramatic story of Ellicott City's floods — and its resilience
✔️ The fascinating history of the founding Ellicott family and early Maryland industry
✔️ The oldest railroad terminus in America — right in our backyard

🗣️ Led by a knowledgeable local guide who brings the cobblestones to life with real stories, real history, and real passion for this community.

🗓️ Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Historic Main Street, Ellicott City, MD
🎟️ Tickets: $20.00 per person
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for: Families, history lovers, date days, visitors & curious locals alike!

⚡ Space is LIMITED — this tour sells out fast!
👉 Grab your tickets NOW: https://tinyurl.com/8ujxcrb6

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Questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a message!

03/25/2026

🎖️ ̳H̳I̳S̳T̳O̳R̳Y̳ ̳C̳O̳M̳E̳S̳ ̳A̳L̳I̳V̳E̳ ̳I̳N̳ ̳E̳L̳L̳I̳C̳O̳T̳T̳ ̳C̳I̳T̳Y̳!̳🎖️

Travel back to the Civil War era this Saturday, March 28th at the Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum From 𝟭𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟱 𝗣𝗠, the 𝔽𝕚𝕣𝕤𝕥 𝕄𝕒𝕣𝕪𝕝𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕍𝕠𝕝𝕦𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕖𝕣 ℝ𝕖𝕘𝕚𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥 brings the story of Ellicott's Mills to life with an exciting day of living history — and best of all, 𝒊𝒕'𝒔 𝑭𝑹𝑬𝑬!

⚔️ Whats in store:
- Authentic military drills and recruitment demonstrations
- Living history displays showcasing life during the Civil War
- Meet and chat with reenactors — ask them anything about Ellicott's Mills during the war!

🔴 Sᴘᴇᴄɪᴀʟ Rᴇᴇɴᴀᴄᴛᴍᴇɴᴛ — Mᴀʀᴄʜ ᴜᴘ Mᴀɪɴ Sᴛʀᴇᴇᴛ ᴀᴛ 1 PM!
Don't miss the dramatic recreation of Union soldiers marching up Main Street to arrest a group of Southern sympathizers at the historic Merryman Cabin on Main Street at Ellicott Mills Drive. You won't want to be late for this one!

📍 B&O Railroad Station Museum, Ellicott City, MD
📅 Saturday, March 28, 2026
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM
🎟️ **FREE Admission — All Are Welcome!**

A perfect outing for history lovers, families, and curious minds of all ages. See you there!

10/27/2025

Always a great time!
Please contribute to the The Phoenix Emporium's candy stash!!!🍭🍬🍫

10/27/2025

06/06/2025

‼️Ready to Explore Historic Ellicott City? ‼️
Join our Historic Ellicott City Walking Tour on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, and dive into the past of this 250-year-old mill town. Founded in 1772, Ellicott City has stories for days—from its Industrial Revolution roots to its role in the Civil War and the floods, fires and firm resiliency of today. It’s the perfect mix of history and modern-day charm.

📸 What You’ll Discover:
Walk past Main Street’s historic granite buildings and capture some great shots.

🚂End the tour at the B&O Ellicott City Station Museum, the oldest surviving railroad station in the U.S.

🌟Hear about the town’s wild history, from epic floods to its comeback moments.

📅When: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at 11 a.m.
📍Where: Starts at Mt. Ida, 3691 Sarah’s Lane, Ellicott City, MD
🎟️Tickets: $20/adult.

🔗Reserve your spot at https://tinyurl.com/mwe2mny2

🍕 After the Tour: Check out the town’s unique boutiques, grab a wood-fired pizza for lunch, or visit the Howard County Museum of History. It’s a day trip you’ll want to share.
Spots Are Limited—Book Now!

04/17/2025

What mysterious creatures lurk in the dark forests or swim in the deep waters of Maryland?

These beloved beasts offer different ways to see the history of the state. Be it Chessie the Sea Serpent, the sinister Black Goat of Seven Hills, or Howard County's own Hyote, each of these monsters will spark your imagination and make you wonder what is possible out there in the shadows, just at the edge of your mind's eye...

Our presentation will be at the Museum of Howard County History 8328 Court Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043

This event frequently sells out, so secure your spot early. No additional presentations like this are scheduled until October. Please note, there will be no actual beasts present, this is an indoor, seated storytelling event.

Tickets are $25 at https://maryland-history-tours-llc.square.site

04/15/2025

🧟‍♂️🔥 NEW DROP: MIKE, THE GHOST TOUR GUIDE – ACTION FIGURE EDITION 🔥🧟‍♂️
Ellicott City's most legendary guide is now… collectible? 😱
But don’t worry—you can meet the real Mike this Friday night on the haunted hills of Mt. Misery!

💀 𝖂𝔞𝖑𝔨 𝔱𝖍𝔢 𝖍𝔞𝔲𝖓𝔱𝖊𝖉 𝔰𝖙𝔯𝖊𝖊𝖙𝖘 𝔞𝖓𝔡 𝔥𝖊𝔞𝖗 𝖙𝔥𝖊 𝖈𝔥𝖎𝔩𝖑𝖎𝖓𝔤 𝔱𝖆𝔩𝖊𝔰 𝔬𝖋 𝖙𝔥𝖊 𝖘𝔭𝖎𝔯𝖎𝔱𝖘 𝖙𝔥𝖆𝔱 𝔯𝖊𝔪𝖆𝔦𝔫... 💀

📅 Friday, April 18th, 2025
🕣 Tour Time: 8:30 PM
📍 Mt Misery, Ellicott City, MD

✨ Join Mike IRL as he leads you and your boo (👻) through shadowy trails and moonlit tales under the waning gibbous moon. From haunted houses to eerie legends, it’s the ultimate spooky date night.

What’s included:
☠️ Historically haunted guided tour
🌕 Scenic views of Mt. Misery under moonlight
🖤 A night of thrills, chills, and possibly cuddles

🎟️ LIMITED spots left – don’t let this haunt you later!
👉 Book now: https://tinyurl.com/4p6es8d7

📸 Snap a selfie with Mike—action figure poses optional.
💬 Tag your partner in crime and ask: You in? Or too scared? 👇

04/14/2025

💀𝙉𝙀𝙀𝘿 𝘼 𝘿𝘼𝙏𝙀 𝙉𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏 𝙄𝘿𝙀𝘼 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝙒𝙄𝙇𝙇 𝙂𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙈 𝘾𝙃𝙄𝙇𝙇𝙎?

Forget dinner and a movie—take your date on a spine-tingling stroll through haunted Mt Misery in Ellicott City!

💀 𝖂𝔞𝖑𝔨 𝔱𝖍𝔢 𝖍𝔞𝔲𝖓𝔱𝖊𝖉 𝔰𝖙𝔯𝖊𝖊𝖙𝖘
𝔞𝖓𝔡 𝔥𝖊𝔞𝖗 𝖙𝔥𝖊 𝖈𝔥𝖎𝔩𝖑𝖎𝖓𝔤 𝔱𝖆𝔩𝖊𝔰
𝔬𝖋 𝖙𝔥𝖊 𝖘𝔭𝖎𝔯𝖎𝔱𝖘 𝖙𝔥𝖆𝔱 𝔯𝖊𝔪𝖆𝔦𝔫... 💀

📅 Friday, April 18th, 2025
🕣 Tour Begins: 8:30 PM
📍 Mt Misery, Ellicott City, MD

Under the mysterious glow of a waning gibbous moon, wander the haunted hills and historic homes with your boo 👻!
You’ll hear ghost stories, legends, and chilling tales that are guaranteed to bring you closer together—if you dare hold hands through the scares.

What’s waiting in the shadows? Only one way to find out...

☠️ 𝔾𝕦𝕚𝕕𝕖𝕕 𝕥𝕠𝕦𝕣 with real haunted history
🌕 𝕊𝕔𝕖𝕟𝕚𝕔 𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨𝕤 under the eerie moonlight
👻 ℙ𝕖𝕣𝕗𝕖𝕔𝕥 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕔𝕠𝕦𝕡𝕝𝕖𝕤 who love spooky stuff!

🎟️ **LIMITED tickets**—don’t ghost this opportunity!
👉 Book now: https://tinyurl.com/4p6es8d7
💬 Tag someone you’d bring on a date through the darkness... if they’re brave enough. 🖤