Category Archives: Architecture
Inspired by Hammond-Harwood
By Intrepid Intern Tara Owens Famed architect William Buckland is the man responsible for the design and details of the Hammond-Harwood House. Buckland’s architectural style was greatly influenced by the Italian architect Andrea Palladio (1508-1580). In fact, the Hammond-Harwood House … Continue reading
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Friday Photo: Simple Ceilings
This is not a simple ceiling. It’s also not at the Hammond-Harwood House. This is one of the ceilings in the Chase-Lloyd House, our neighbor across the street. The interiors of the Chase-Lloyd House were designed and executed by William … Continue reading
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Friday Photo: Architectural Details
Today we had a training session for the docents who lead our special Architecture Tours, so it seemed only appropriate to show you a picture of one of the unique architectural features on the Hammond-Harwood House. William Buckland based the … Continue reading
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Mini Hammond-Harwood House
Narcissa Niblack was born in Indiana in 1882. As a young woman, she traveled extensively with her family in both the U.S. and Europe, collecting pieces of miniature furniture as she went. As an adult, she lived in Chicago with … Continue reading
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Exciting Visits
Hammond-Harwood House has had a number of special visitors recently. First, the students from The Key School called on us in colonial garb so that one student, dressed as William Buckland or Matthias Hammond, could tell the class more about … Continue reading
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Bird’s Eye View
The Hammond-Harwood House is a busy place since we’re preparing for tonight’s Volunteer Appreciation event, so I only have a short post for you. Check out this Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from 1885. You’ll find Hammond-Harwood House on the corner of … Continue reading
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Friday Photo
Every Friday, I will upload an interesting or aesthetically pleasing picture of Hammond-Harwood House, an object in the collection, or anything else I find relevant and appealing. This week’s feature is a photograph of the house taken in 1905. You … Continue reading
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Welcome!
Welcome to the brand new blog of the Hammond-Harwood House, a historic house museum located in Annapolis, Maryland. The Hammond-Harwood House staff will use this space to explore the House’s rich history, provide an in-depth look at ongoing restoration efforts, … Continue reading
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