Governor and First Lady Moore Welcome Guests for Black History Month Open House

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Dawn Moore this weekend opened the doors of Government House to hundreds of invited guests in celebration of Black History Month. The celebration honored Maryland's rich history and 2024 as the Year of Civil Rights in Maryland with performances from Prince George’s County’s Kingdom Fellowship A.M.E. Church Choir and artworks from various 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 Gov. 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.”

“As First Lady, I am committed to transforming Government House into an educational and cultural hub where all Marylanders feel welcomed and represented— and that’s why I am proud to open our home in celebration of Black History Month,” said First Lady Dawn Moore. “This celebration is an opportunity to not only honor our history but share it with all Marylanders.”

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 artworks on display provided a powerful exploration of those who have contributed to social justice in Maryland and beyond. The collection also highlights the works of talented Black artists.