Celebrate Black History Month

During February, Baltimore County has many reasons to celebrate the lives and legacies of many African-Americans with ties to the area. Oella’s Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum features programs all month long that highlight the accomplishments of African-American scientists and notables. Visit the Hubert V. Simmons Museum of Negro Leagues Baseball in the Owings Mills library. Hampton National Historic Site in Towson features special presentations that tell the story of enslaved African-Americans who struggled to define their own concept of freedom.

FeBREWary and Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is in the heart of February and is the perfect time to visit the County’s many craft beer breweries. Grab your sweetie, hoist a pint and enjoy whatever sets your heart aflutter! FeBREWary is Maryland's official, month-long celebration for craft beer lovers. Support the following Baltimore County beer brewers during FeBREWary:

• BC Brewery
• DuClaw Brewing Company
• Farmacy Brewing
• Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Barrel House
• Heavy Seas Beers 
• Inverness Brewing
• Key Brewing Company
• Pooles Island Brewing Company
• White Marsh Brewing at Red Brick Station

Maple Sugaring Weekends

Maple Sugaring Weekends (and weekdays) are being held throughout parks in Baltimore County during February. Visitors can learn about the magic behind the amazing process of making maple syrup, and sample both maple sugar and syrup.

• Cromwell Valley Park 
• Irvine Nature Center 
• Ladew Topiary Gardens 
• Lake Roland Nature Council
• Marshy Point Nature Center
• Oregon Ridge Nature Center