Julia A. Purnell Museum - Historic Snow Hill MD

Julia A. Purnell Museum - Historic Snow Hill MD Small town. Big stories. Explore the art, history, and heart of Worcester County at the Julia A. Purnell Museum in Snow Hill, MD—where every stitch tells a story.

Discover Worcester County’s story through folk art, textiles, and everyday life at the Julia A. Purnell Museum in historic Snow Hill, MD. Family-friendly and rooted in Eastern Shore heritage.

This set of $1, $2, $3, and $5 bank notes was issued on May 1, 1862 by the Somerset & Worcester Savings Bank in Salisbur...
04/17/2026

This set of $1, $2, $3, and $5 bank notes was issued on May 1, 1862 by the Somerset & Worcester Savings Bank in Salisbury, Maryland. Before the U.S. adopted a unified national currency, local banks printed their own money to keep everyday commerce moving.
These beautifully engraved notes come from the era of “obsolete bank notes,” when thousands of banks across the country issued their own designs — trusted locally, and often unfamiliar just a few towns away.
A fascinating glimpse into how people on the Eastern Shore handled money more than 160 years ago.

Only 10 tickets left!Our last two History & Highballs events sold out — and this one is nearly there. Even after expandi...
04/16/2026

Only 10 tickets left!
Our last two History & Highballs events sold out — and this one is nearly there. Even after expanding capacity, we’re already down to the final few spots.
Join us April 24, 5–7 PM at the beautiful Governor’s Mansion, graciously hosted by Claudia and Kirk Smith. Enjoy cocktails, conversation, and heavy hors d’oeuvres inside one of Maryland’s most storied historic homes.
Event proceeds benefit the Julia A. Purnell Museum.
Tickets are $40.
Call 410‑632‑0515 to reserve.
We accept credit cards, cash, and checks.
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We had a wonderful time at Snow Hill Middle School this evening sharing with families pieces from our wonderful collecti...
04/09/2026

We had a wonderful time at Snow Hill Middle School this evening sharing with families pieces from our wonderful collection at the Julia A Purnell Museum. Thank you for inviting us!

Recently donated from Julia A. Purnell’s Snow Hill home, this colorful “Fiesta” punchboard once brought small‑stakes exc...
04/07/2026

Recently donated from Julia A. Purnell’s Snow Hill home, this colorful “Fiesta” punchboard once brought small‑stakes excitement to The Great Pocomoke Fair, a longtime Worcester County tradition. Manufactured by Anco Products of Baltimore, it invited players to punch a hole for a chance at a cash prize — cherries, lemons, and bright carnival colors capturing all the energy of fair week. Remarkably, it still holds its original metal punch and sealed prize slip, a rare survival from a lively chapter of Worcester County fair history.



04/03/2026

First Friday! Julia A. Purnell Museum - Historic Snow Hill MD Worcester County Historical Society

The Worcester County Historical Society and the Julia A Purnell Museum had a wonderful evening at First Friday.
04/03/2026

The Worcester County Historical Society and the Julia A Purnell Museum had a wonderful evening at First Friday.

04/02/2026

History & Highballs at Honey Den Julia A. Purnell Museum - Historic Snow Hill MD 3/27/26

A few photos of History & Highballs last Friday at Honey Den. A huge THANK YOU to our host Preston Reed for graciously o...
04/02/2026

A few photos of History & Highballs last Friday at Honey Den. A huge THANK YOU to our host Preston Reed for graciously opening his home to raise money for the museum. A great time was had by all!

Our next one will be at the Governor’s Mansion on April 24th. Tickets are on sale now. Call the museum to secure your ticket before it sales out. 410-632-0515.

Our last two History & Highballs events sold out quickly — with waiting lists! Don’t miss the next one on April 24, 5–7 ...
03/30/2026

Our last two History & Highballs events sold out quickly — with waiting lists! Don’t miss the next one on April 24, 5–7 PM, inside the beautiful Governor’s Mansion, graciously hosted by Claudia and Kirk Smith.
Enjoy an evening of cocktails, conversation, and heavy hors d’oeuvres in one of Maryland’s most historic and iconic homes.
Your ticket helps the Julia A. Purnell Museum refresh exhibition spaces and update signage for both current and upcoming exhibits — your support truly makes a difference.
Tickets are $40.
Call 410‑632‑0515 to grab yours — tickets are live!
We accept credit cards, cash, and checks.
Please share this post to help spread the word.

Sneak peek time!Our painting project is almost finished, and these photos don't capture how fresh and bright the room no...
03/27/2026

Sneak peek time!
Our painting project is almost finished, and these photos don't capture how fresh and bright the room now feels. It truly looks like a brand‑new space. What a difference a little paint makes.
This transformation is made possible by the generosity of everyone who has attended History & Highballs — your support is literally on these walls. Thank you for helping us care for the museum in such a meaningful way.
Because everything has been covered and protected for painting this week, there will be no “From the Collection” post this week, but we can’t wait to share more once the room is fully put back together.
Stay tuned — big things are happening at the Julia A. Purnell Museum.

Earlier this week, an individual removed the Maryland State Flag from the Julia A. Purnell Museum and replaced it with a...
03/25/2026

Earlier this week, an individual removed the Maryland State Flag from the Julia A. Purnell Museum and replaced it with an unapproved flag. As soon as the museum became aware, the unauthorized flag was taken down. The Maryland flag was returned yesterday with an apology.
Our American flag had already been removed several weeks ago because it was worn and tattered, and it was given to the local Boy Scouts for proper retirement.
We apologize for any confusion and want to be clear that neither the Town of Snow Hill nor the museum authorized the flag change. Thank you for your continued support.

03/24/2026

Over the past two days, our community has shown up in an incredible way—bringing us closer than ever to reopening the Delmarva Discovery Museum. We are deeply grateful for your generosity, encouragement, and belief in what we do.

But we’re not quite there yet. If you’re able, please consider making a donation to help us reopen and preserve this special place for our community. Every gift truly makes a difference.

This won’t just be a reopening—it will be a new beginning. We are committed to building a stronger, more sustainable Museum that will serve and inspire our community for generations to come.

Thank you for standing with us. ❤️

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208 W. Market Street
Snow Hill, MD
21863

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+14106320515

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