History Walk 'n' Talk: Bird Walk

May 3, 11am-12pm

This time of year, we can see many different types of our flying friends coming to the park. Join us Saturday, May 3rd, on one of our two walks as we explore the avian community that calls the park home during the spring. Admission is free and no registration is required. Walks begin at the Visitor Center.

History Walk 'n' Talk: Bird Walk

May 3, 1-2pm

This time of year, we can see many different types of our flying friends coming to the park. Join us Saturday, May 3rd, on one of our two walks as we explore the avian community that calls the park home during the spring. Admission is free and no registration is required. Walks begin at the Visitor Center.

JPPM Explorers

May 13, 10-11am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 2-5 years old. Pre-registration is recommended.

Status: Program full; registration is closed

Arrow Making

May 14, 6:30-8:30pm

Are you a hunter, archery enthusiast or just looking for something cool to hang up on your wall? Join us at Jefferson Patterson Park as we take natural materials such as turkey feathers, pine pitch and sinew and turn them into beautiful and practical arrows. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is required. Fee $40, Friends $36.

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Patterson House Serenity Flow and Garden Tour

May 17, 8-10am

Join us for a restorative yoga session in the serene, early 20th-century landscape of the Patterson House & Gardens. Connect with history, nature, and wellness in this beautifully designed space. Pre-registration is required. Fee $20, Friends $18.

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Village Days

May 17, 10am-3pm

Step back in time and try your hand at an ancient skill with this free, drop-in program. Each month we explore a new topic such as fire-making, pottery, or hunting in our Woodland Indian Village. Join us and learn a little about what life was like for Maryland's First Peoples. This is a free, drop-in program; registration is not required.

Art in the Garden

June 7, 9am-2pm

Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Patterson House and Gardens with our Art in the Garden workshop, led by acclaimed artist Mary Ellen Carsley. Begin with a guided tour of the gardens, uncovering their historical significance, diverse flora, and sustainable practices. Following the tour, enjoy a hands-on art session where Mary Ellen will guide you in capturing the garden’s essence through watercolor. This workshop welcomes artists of all skill levels, with all materials provided. Leave inspired, with your own artwork and a deeper connection to this enchanting landscape. Pre-registration is required. Fee $40, Friends $36.

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History Walk ‘n’ Talk: Along the River’s Edge

June 7, 11am-12pm

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to call the Patuxent River home, or how many different types of habitats can be found in such a small area? Join us Saturday, June 7th, for one of our two walks as we explore life along the river’s edge. Be sure to wear clothes you do not mind getting wet and closed toed shoes. Admission is free and no registration is required. Walks begin at the Visitor Center.

History Walk ‘n’ Talk: Along the River’s Edge

June 7, 1-2pm

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to call the Patuxent River home, or how many different types of habitats can be found in such a small​ area? Join us Saturday, June 7th, for one of our two walks as we explore life along the river’s edge. Be sure to wear clothes you do not mind getting wet and closed toed shoes. Admission is free and no registration is required. Walks begin at the Visitor Center.

JPPM Explorers

June 10, 10-11am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 2-5 years old. Pre-registration is recommended.

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Painting with Primitive Pigments

June 18, 6:30-8:30pm

For thousands of years humans have been using stone and charcoal to make paintings from Lascaux to Rembrandt. Join us as we explore these pigments that have shaped art and humanity. This workshop is perfect for ages 9-99. This is a free, drop-in program; registration is not required. Meet in the Woodland Indian Village; if raining, meet in Breckinridge Education Center.

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Village Days

June 21, 10am-3pm

Step back in time and try your hand at an ancient skill with this free, drop-in program. Each month we explore a new topic such as fire-making, pottery, or hunting in our Woodland Indian Village. Join us and learn a little about what life was like for Maryland's first peoples. This is a free, drop-in program; registration is not required.

Backyard Games

June 22, 1-4pm

Step back in time with your family and enjoy a day of fun and learning through historical games at Patterson House and Gardens! Drop in during the afternoon to explore and play games from the Colonial era to today, discovering how they reflect the daily lives and leisure of the past. Perfect for all ages, this hands-on event is both entertaining and educational; just bring your curiosity! This is a free, drop-in program; no registration required.

Kayaking Through Time

June 28, 10am-12pm

Join us for a leisurely paddle along the Patuxent and St. Leonard Creek. Take in the scenic views of the cliffs and forests as you learn about the area's rich natural and human history. This 2-hour paddling trip is on protected waters. Paddlers can use our kayaks or bring their own. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. Registration is required. Bring your own kayak: $25 per person, Friends of JPPM $20. JPPM Provided kayak: $30 per person, Friends of JPPM $25

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