White Marsh Historical Society

01/02/2026

CROSS Conference 2025 | Descendants help Catholic institutions come to reckoning with slavery history

Dr. Lynn Locklear Nehemiah’s journey of discovery to learn her enslaved ancestors’ stories and honor their legacies led her to an overgrown hillside at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Bowie, Maryland.

12/06/2025

December 6, 1838, one hundred thirty men, women, and children disembarked from the Katharine Jackson, stepping on Louisiana soil for the first time after being sold and forced from their homes and families in Maryland. Over twenty of the souls aboard the Katharine Jackson were enslaved at White Marsh, including the families of Patrick Hawkins, John Queen, Nelly Blacklock, Kitty Hawkins, and two children of Betsy West, who escaped before the vessel headed south. Today, we honor the memory of each soul who boarded the Katharine Jackson ... NEVER FORGOTTEN! https://whitemarsh.org

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12/03/2025

It's GivingTuesday, and the White Marsh Historical Society welcomes your support for our ongoing preservation efforts. Your generosity helps keep our shared history alive — thank you!

Learn more and give at https://whitemarsh.org/donate/

11/24/2025

A Day of Acknowledgement: Confronting the Legacy of Slavery

11/24/2025

A Day of Acknowledgement: Confronting the Legacy of Slavery

On November 22, County Executive Steuart Pittman led “A Day of Acknowledgement: Confronting the Legacy of Slavery,” a powerful and historic event acknowledging Anne Arundel County’s role in the legacy of slavery. Surrounded by community leaders, descendants, and residents, Pittman signed an official Recognition of Apology on behalf of the county.

This moment marks an important step toward truth, reconciliation, and building a community where every voice is valued.

10/23/2025

Research Integrity: Acknowledging the Early Work of Luella Brock (1915-2002)

10/09/2025

Congratulations to Descendant John Queen on becoming the new Executive Director of Blacks of the Chesapeake!

With over 13 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, community organizing, and youth development, John Queen is a proven executive dedicated to building equitable systems, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and delivering impactful programs for underserved communities. Currently serving as P...

02/28/2025

Historic White Marsh Cemetery | Piecing together stories of unmarked graves | WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore

Kevin Porter felt a mix of emotions as he stared at a headstone for someone he never got to know. His ancestors once lived and worked on land that is now Sac...

02/26/2025

in 2023, descendants, community leaders, local politicians from Bowie, Maryland, and members of the Roman Catholic Church, led by Cardinal Wilton Gregory, came together to honor the lives of enslaved Americans whose long-forgotten graves were uncovered. A moment of remembrance for those whose lives and legacies deserves respect and recognition.

02/19/2025

in 1759, Mary Queen, affectionately known as “Queen Mary” by her loved ones, was laid to rest at the “Old Bohemia” cemetery near St. Xavier’s Shrine in Cecil County, Maryland. "She was born free," but endured a life of hardship and struggle to reclaim her freedom. She died illegally enslaved, however, her story was passed down through generations and continues to echo to this day. Her children and grandchildren carried the name “Queen” as a testament to her legacy and a reminder to never stop fighting for freedom and justice. Today, we honor the memory of “Queen Mary.” May she rest in eternal peace!

02/19/2025

WHO WAS MARY QUEEN?

Get ready for an unforgettable journey through history! The Queen Family's upcoming project chronicles the tumultuous life of Mary Queen—a tale of suspense, ...

02/18/2025

Lakeland | How urban renewal nearly destroyed a Black community in Maryland | NBC4 Washington

Lakeland, a once-thriving Black community in Prince George’s County, Maryland, was nearly erased by urban renewal policies that displaced families and disman...