Autumnfest HdG

09/14/2024

Autumnfest wish list:
Volunteers to run games
5 Bales of straw - donation or to borrow
Donation of Field trip size pumpkins -
Someone to construct a few games out of wood
Wood 1/2'' plywood at least 3'×4' size
Durable solid color material to make bean bags
6 Construction cones- donation or to borrow.

If you can help me out or have questions please contact Cynthia Leffler at 410-652-9757. Thank you!

08/25/2024

08/24/2024

Call for Vendors! The Gardens de Grace Club of Havre de Grace, Maryland and the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum are hosting the annual Autumnfest on Sunday, October 6th from 10 am to 5 pm at the Maritime Museum and Lighthouse Keeper’s Grounds. We are looking for vendors to sell their merchandise. Attendees of the Autumnfest typically appreciate handmade products or items involving nature, as well as exhibitors who can educate the community on relevant topics. The Maritime Museum will be selling native plants, perennials, mums, and pumpkins.

If you are a vendor interested in having a booth at the upcoming Autumnfest, the application has more detailed information. Please fill out the application form at hdgmaritimemuseum.org or you may also contact the event organizer at 410-652-9757, or email [email protected].

We are also offering an EARLY BIRD SPECIAL for the 2025 Garden Mart at a discounted rate, available only for Autumnfest vendors to pre-register. Please see the application form for more information.

08/24/2024

Come and watch Pumpkin Carver, Patrick Cabry sculpt 2024's Autumnfest Pumpkin from 1-4pm October 6th. This years creation will be raffled at 4:30 and will need to go home with you no later than 5pm. Raffle tickets are $5.00/each or 3 for$12 on sale the day of the event.

photo is 2023's Autumnfest Pumpkin taken by Pat Venturino

08/24/2024

Let's have some fun at the Autumnfest, October 6th!

Register to participate in the scarecrow contest or the pumpkin contest. No entry fee. The number of participants are limited so get it in early. Contest Rules/ Guidelines and Registration forms are available at the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, hdgmaritimemuseum.org or by request at [email protected]. Registration forms must be turned in at the Maritime Museum or emailed to [email protected]. Pre-registration is required by October 5th. NO EXCEPTION.
This contest is open to individuals, families and groups. Businesses are encouraged to display an entry but will not be eligible for prizes, but will be eligible for the People’s Choice Award.
Be creative!! Businesses may advertise their business. Display your Upcycled Scarecrow or Pumpkin on Scarecrow Row for all to see.

Make sure you come and vote for the business entry for the People's Choice Award.

12/03/2023

Last chance to buy some of these items before they are gone forever. Get a gift for the vintage collector in your life. Want to take home a piece of maritime history? Come take a look at these interesting items on display now.

11/12/2023

10/15/2023

Thank you everyone that came out today to support the HdG Maritime Museum on this rainy day to buy plants, pumpkins and Lohrs Apple Cider. If you are interested in any of the remaining plants or pumpkins please contact me at 410-652-9757 I will provide you with a list.

10/09/2023

Thank you to everyone who supported the Autumnfest and made this fundraiser for the HdG Maritime Museum a great success! Vendors, volunteers, attendees and entertainment you are greatly appreciated!

10/08/2023

FREE ADMISSION TO THE Autumnfest HdG
Join us for a fun filled day!

10/05/2023

Let's have some fun! Register to join the Upcycle Scarecrow and Pumpkin Contest featured at the HdG Maritime Museum Autumnfest. Entries will be displayed on Scarecrow Row.

Come on local Businesses join in the fun - lets see which business can be the most creative!

The winning Upcycle Scarecrow and Pumpkin will earn prizes/awards and bragging rights.

So hurry and get your rules/registration form at the HdG Maritime Museum, HdG Tourist Office or [email protected]

09/30/2023

Here are some of the activities for a fun filled day!

09/28/2023

Let's have some fun! Register to join the Upcycle Scarecrow and Pumpkin Contest featured at the HdG Maritime Museum Autumnfest. Entries will be displayed on Scarecrow Row.

Come on local Businesses join in the fun - lets see which business can be the most creative!

The winning Upcycle Scarecrow and Pumpkin will earn prizes/awards and bragging rights.

So, hurry and get your rules/registration form at the HdG Maritime Museum, HdG Tourist Office or [email protected]

04/23/2023

Limited tickets on Sale now! Great Mother's Day gift!

04/23/2023

Great nature inspired Artisans and Crafters. Natives, perennials, annuals and hanging baskets.

Still accepting nature inspired vendors

09/25/2022

Gorgeous tree at the ambo corp. Vendors packing up.

08/20/2022

The 2022 AutumnFest HdG scheduled for October 1st is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Hope to see you next year and May 20th and 21st 2023 at the Garden Mart-Plant Sale and Garden Tour

10/03/2021

Thank you everyone that came out to the 1st Autumnfest. You made it a success! Wonderful vendors, kids had fun decorating their pumpkins, great music, plants and pumpkins were taken home by some and great food!

09/20/2021

Native Plant Sale, Perennials, Mums and Pumpkins at the Autumnfest
October 2, 2021
10am until 4pm

09/20/2021

EEK! Did you miss entering the Upcycle Scarecrow and Pumpkin Contest? Well...its been extended until 9/26/21. Enter now! NO ENTRY FEE! Great family fun @ the AUTUMNFEST