May 29, 2023 | Events, Local Residents, Military
We honor ALL veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. We especially remember good friend and local resident, Lt. Col. Juanita Warman at our Havre de Grace History MuZeum in Bahoukas Antique Mall.
May 26, 2023 | Local Residents, Military, WWI
Another episode featuring local Veterans over Memorial Day, our Havre de Grace MuZeum ‘casual historian’ shares the military uniform of John D. Franko, WWI
May 24, 2023 | Interviews, Local Residents
Continuing our focus on Memorial Day and Veterans, enjoy this interview with the late Phil Barker of Havre de Grace, who was in the Army during the Cold War/Korea.
May 22, 2023 | Events, Historic Buildings, War of 1812
Sharing Havre de Grace military history during Memorial Day at the Havre de Grace History MuZeum at Bahoukas Antiques. This blogpost is the War of 1812.
May 19, 2023 | Historic Buildings, Hotels
The Bayou Hotel was quite a luxury back in the 1920s with a heated swimming pool, 60 rooms with private baths and hot water, several dining areas, parking, miniature golf course, and more. Learn about this amazing piece of local history!
May 17, 2023 | Interviews, Local Residents
His love of this city shines through his commitment to the community. Joe “K” Kochenderferb: 5/8/1934 interviewed 2016 Joe Kochenderfer with his wife, Sara, moved to the area in 1959 for Joe’s new job at Aberdeen Proving Ground. Within the first year,...
May 15, 2023 | Curious stories, Funny Stories, Local Residents, Research
The 80s Ladies are my informal Friday morning research group at Java by the Bay Coffee Shop in Havre de Grace.
May 10, 2023 | Interviews, Local Residents
Charlie Mike shares fond memories of growing up in Havre de Grace and shares stories about his mom, Kay Mike.
May 8, 2023 | Historic Buildings, Local Residents, Retail
McLhinney’s News Depot still brings a lot of memories to mind for may Havre de Gracians. Now, thanks to Annie and her mom, Mary McLhinney, we can share their collection of memorabilia. Join us!
May 5, 2023 | Railroads
This featured image is of the crew of Stancill’s Inc. of Havre de Grace, contracted to remove the old railroad track from ‘the CUT’ on St. Clair St. in Havre de Grace. DID YOU KNOW? April 1836: The first operational railroad ferry was the Havre de...
May 3, 2023 | Interviews
Our interview with Jeanne Preston Hawtin was so much fun. She remembers chasing the milkman as well as joining her mom in the Spot Tower! Listen in to our interview.
May 1, 2023 | Advertising, Retail
Many residents today still remember Leithiser’s Men’s Shop of Havre de Grace. It was well known and respected for quality merchandise.