Arts & Entertainment District
The Havre de Grace Arts Collective manages the Havre de Grace Arts & Entertainment District.
"A popular haven for its small-town waterfront atmosphere, Havre de Grace A&E boasts a restored opera house, art galleries, specialty shops, antique stores, a thriving local artist community, local eateries, annual art festivals and a diverse architectural heritage."
Havre de Grace is 1 of 29 A&E Districts in the State of Maryland. Maryland became one of the first states to create the program designation for an arts district. Each district is a unique destination, attracting audiences, artists, arts organizations, and other creative enterprises to specific neighborhoods in Maryland’s towns and cities. Each district reflects the traditions and evolving culture of it's community and invites residents and visitors to experience the best Maryland has to offer.
What is an Arts & Entertainment District?
A&E Districts are designations given by the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) as part of the State’s goal to reinvest into existing communities. These Districts create places for people, businesses, economies, and environments to thrive.
“The goal of the A&E Districts program is to develop, promote, and support diverse artistic and cultural centers in communities across Maryland that preserve a sense of place, provide unique local experiences, attract tourism, and spur economic revitalization and neighborhood pride.” – Maryland State Arts Council
Why is an Arts & Entertainment District important?
A&E Districts create a tangible impact for their communities. The last impact survey completed in fiscal year 2022 by MSAC shows these Districts supported more than $149.5 million in state GDP and over $8.1 million in tax revenues for state and county governments. Districts also support 1,185 jobs and close to $45.7 million in employee compensation.
Facts about the Havre de Grace Arts & Entertainment District
Our District Contains
Three Venues:
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The State Theater
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The Opera House
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The STAR Centre
Four Galleries:
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Gallery 220
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Arts by the Bay
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Unlimited Art Studio
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Riverside Gallery
Eight Museums:
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Bahoukas Antique Mall & Beer Museum Home of the Casual Historian
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Concord Point Lighthouse and Keeper’s House Museum
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Havre de Grace Colored School Museum & Cultural Center
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Havre de Grace Decoy Museum
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Havre de Grace Maritime Museum
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Skipjack Martha Lewis
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Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House
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The Living War Memorial Museum
One Art Center:
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Harmers Town (Coming Soon)
Countless Amenities:
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Restaurants
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Bars/ Breweries
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Shop
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Parks