Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum

Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum
Amenities
  • Historic Site
  • Interpretive Museum
  • Museum
  • Nature Trails
  • Paved Walking Paths
  • Picnic Areas
  • Recreation And Parks Office
  • Restrooms
Communities
  • Catonsville

The Benjamin Banneker Museum reopened to the public in mid-November. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding County holidays. The grounds remain open daily from sunrise to sunset.  

About

Back view of the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum

View a map of Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum.

The Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum is a 126.6-acre site dedicated to telling the inspiring story of the life and times of Benjamin Banneker, often considered the first African-American man of science.

Museum Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on County holidays, see Main Offices closures.

Park Hours: Open sunrise to sunset. 

Features

  • Exhibitions—In history, art, culture and science, and a permanent exhibit on the life of Benjamin Banneker
  • Split log colonial cabin—Furnished with reproduced artifacts like those Banneker could have used
  • Gardens—Colonial herbs, vegetables and an orchard
  • Restored 19th-century farmhouse
  • Onsite trails—Including conservation paths and the historic Number 9 Trolley Line Trail. 
  • Picnic area—Available for groups of 12 and under on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Banneker's Compass Pavilion—Email to reserve and include name, address, phone, type of event, date, time and number of guests. The pavilion is available for groups up to 30 for $30 per hour. A minimum reservation of 4 hours is requested. 

Programs

Learn more about programs and events happening at the museum, offered by the Nature, Environmental and Agriculture Center.