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Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard, MD

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Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum

A Calvert County site on the Patuxent River that blends archaeology, historic buildings, trails, and exhibits.

10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685 · St. Leonard, MD

About Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum

Set on riverside land in Calvert County, this state-run park and museum invites visitors to explore a mix of archaeological research and natural scenery. Guests can walk its trails, tour the Patterson House and its gardens, browse the Visitor Center exhibits, and learn about Indigenous life at a reconstructed Woodland village. The grounds hold many known archaeological sites that span thousands of years of people living in the area. The park also runs a state archaeology lab that stores a very large collection of artifacts from across Maryland, and it hosts public programs and events throughout the year.

  • #archaeology
  • #Patuxent River
  • #Calvert County
  • #Woodland Indian Village
  • #Patterson House

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