ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Governor and the First Lady of Maryland, Wes and Dawn Moore, hosted the annual Black History Month Open House at Government House in Annapolis over the weekend. The event drew hundreds of guests to enjoy performances from the Kingdom Fellowship A.M.E. Church Choir from Prince George’s County and a variety of art pieces from different Maryland institutions.

“Here in Maryland, we will protect, preserve, and celebrate our rich history — and that’s what this open house is all about,” said Governor Moore. “Today we come together to honor how far we have come and how far we still need to go— and I encourage all Marylanders during this Year of Civil Rights to practice our history, protect our history — and participate in our history by making history of your own.”

Thirteen pieces of artwork from the Maryland State Archives, the Banneker-Douglass Museum, and the Maryland Center for History and Culture were displayed during the event. The collection of pieces on display at the event highlights the diversity of artists in Maryland and the impact they have had on society.

In her speech, First Lady Dawn Moore emphasized the importance of transforming Government House into an educational and cultural hub. She shared her commitment to ensuring that all Marylanders feel welcomed and represented at the house.

Officials say the open house is an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of the state and promote social justice.

This article was written with the assistance of AI and reviewed by a human editor. Photo via The Office of Governor Wes Moore.