Ritchie History Museum

09/02/2026

We are looking for a maintenance technician. At least moderate experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general maintenance on residential and commercial properties is required. This position will also include "on-call" time. Must have weekend availability. Pay will depend on experience.

Please email [email protected] or call 301-241-2231.

09/02/2026

We apologize for the delay in providing an update on the Memorial Garden.

The bricks are currently with the engraver, and we aim to install them this fall. This upcoming installment will be added to the current portion of the garden. Please note that if you ordered a 24x24 brick, it will be placed in Phase 2 of the garden, which we hope to begin next year once funding is secured for construction costs.

For future reference, we accept brick orders until July 15th each year for installation the following fall. Reviewing each brick, communicating any issues with donors, creating proofs, and then proofing at least two more times before engraving begins takes significant time, so please have patience.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

08/29/2026

Please join us in welcoming Frank Milihram as our new Visitor Experience and Programs Coordinator.

Frank first joined us as a volunteer and previously held a part-time summer position in 2024. He returned this past May to support the upcoming opening of our second building, and he will transition into his new role and duties over the coming months. Stop by and say hello if you have not met him yet! Read more about our team at RHM here:

Meet the staff at the Ritchie History Museum. The team work together to present the history of Historic Fort Ritchie and Camp Ritchie.

08/26/2026

Here is a reminder of our classes this week.

We have some today along as Thursday, we have kept registration opened longer so that you don't miss your chance to come. Don't forget we are open for Munch and Mingle on Wednesday's from 12-4!

Click the link to sign up!
https://www.mtnsidenature.com/programs

08/26/2026

We have exciting news! We have been awarded our first Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Inspire Grant. This two year project will outfit our new collections care spaces with state-of-the-art tools and digitization stations, enabling us to properly catalog and digitize our collections.

However, the primary goal of this project remains the further development of our collections management policy and the production of a procedures guide for our staff and volunteers.

We are grateful to our friends at IMLS, and to our donors and sponsors for supporting this project! If you would like to learn more please reach out to us at [email protected].

08/14/2026

Nature Center sneak peak today from 3-5 pm! Face painting and a craft! Come see our latest renovation!

521 Reservoir Road
Fort Ritchie, Md 21719

Please park in the newly paved bottom lot if you're able to take the walk way through the woods! Handicap parking is in front of the building. Thank you!

08/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this evening for extended hours and the walking tour! Our newest staff member Frank Milihram gave an excellent tour covering the history of the Maryland National Guard and their time here at Camp Albert C. Ritchie.

08/13/2026

We will have extended hours until 6:30 pm tomorrow, Aug 14. Walking tour begins at 5:30 pm. We hope to see you there!

07/16/2026

Many have been asking, so we can announce the dates for the next Ritchie Boy Family Reunion! Yes, it is open to the public, tickets will NOT be on sale until January 2027! If you are serious about attending you can RSVP on our website at the link below to receive news and updates about the event! (An RSVP does not sign you up for the event or tickets, but it will give us an estimated headcount to help us prepare) Ritchie Revival Ritchie Boys of WWII

https://www.ritchiemuseum.org/event-details/2nd-biennial-ritchie-boy-family-reunion

07/10/2026

Join us at 5:30 today!

Don't forget our next extended hours and walking tour is this Friday, July 10! Tour starts at 5:30, out in the commemorative garden! Wear your walking shoes and bring your water bottle, as we stroll through Historic Fort Ritchie learning about the Ritchie Boys!