Become a Member of History
Preserving more than 225 years of history in Boonsboro, Maryland.
Bowman House – Society HQ
Historical demonstrations – open the 4th Sunday of each month from 2-4:30pm (April – Oct).
Washington Monument
The first monument erected to George Washington’s honor, built by the citizens of Boonsboro on July 4, 1827.
Boonsborough Museum of History
Unique collection of historical objects of local and national importance. Open Sundays 1-4pm May – Jan.
Boonesborough Days
Our arts and crafts festival, held the first weekend after Labor Day annually since 1971.
2-day family-friendly festival from 9am to 5pm in Shafer Park, Boonsboro, MD. Funnel cakes, lemonade, BBQ and lots more.
More than 160 vendors with 100% handmade pieces. Vendor applications available in February.
BHS News
Vendor Applications Posted for 50th Boonesborough Days Festival
Remember to Send Us Your Historical Photos
The Boonsboro Historical Society received this little gem recently from the family of Donald Young. Most of us walk by our town's WWI Memorial without thinking much about it, but in 1919, the Town of Boonsboro was busy welcoming home its heroes from a world war and...
Support Our Artisans and Exhibitors
Even though the Boonsboro Historical Society has cancelled the 49th Annual Boonesborough Days set for September due to Covid-19, you can still support our local artisans. We invite you to contact the businesses that would have exhibited at the show to purchase items...
History: Pass It On
Boonsboro is brimming with history. Take a look at the photos, documents and recorded memories we’ve gathered about historical events and growing up in our town.
Pick a gallery below!
Businesses
Churches
Events
People of Boonsboro
Schools
Street Scenes
Shafer Park
Washington Monument