Super Hero Day 2017

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Hosted by Museum President Terri Knachel, Cheryl Rosedale and Angel Ball, Super Hero Day 2017 featured face painting and crafting for local kids, one of the many ways the Heritage Museum gives back to our community. Become a member. Museum President Terri Knachel and Angel Ball. Community Leaders Ric Metzgar (far right) Doug Anderson, Delegate … Read more

Essex Fire Station, 1973

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“Joan Hensler stands in front of old Essex fire station with Alex Baumgartner, center, president of the Essex Historical group, and George J. Martinak, president of the Middle River Heritage Society, a backer of group’s efforts to get station.” Creator – Swagger Source – http://store.baltimoresun.com/photos.html?df_direct_id=BMI-156-BS Publisher – Baltimore Sun Date – 1973-11-06

Essex Historical Marker

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This granite marker once stood at the corner of Mace and Franklin Avenues where it was placed in 1798 as a result of a boundary dispute. according to records of the Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River. The land where it stood was named Hines Purchase in recognition of owner Thomas Hines. The marker … Read more