Center for the Study of Democracy

Center for the Study of Democracy The Center for the Study of Democracy was founded in 2002 as a joint initiative of St. Mary’s College and Historic St. Mary’s City.

It explores contemporary and historical issues associated with the ideas of democracy, liberty and justice. The Center provides a forum for presentations by government officials, journalists, and scholars; publishes scholarly writings on subjects of civil governance; encourages and supports public participation in political processes; and engages undergraduate students in study and research on related subjects.

Join The Media Literacy, Civic Engagement and Democracy Project for a screening of The Librarians on March 31 in Cole CI...
03/17/2026

Join The Media Literacy, Civic Engagement and Democracy Project for a screening of The Librarians on March 31 in Cole CInema!

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Come watch middle school students flex their civics knowledge in the National Civics Bee® on March 28! .maryschamb...
03/17/2026

Come watch middle school students flex their civics knowledge in the National Civics Bee® on March 28!
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Join us next week for a lesson in local history! .languages.cultures ...
03/17/2026

Join us next week for a lesson in local history!
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The Asian Studies Series will present Why Taiwan Matters: Taiwan, China, and the U.S. in a Changing World with David G. ...
02/27/2026

The Asian Studies Series will present Why Taiwan Matters: Taiwan, China, and the U.S. in a Changing World with David G. Brown on Thursday, March 5 in Blackistone!
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Renowned Puerto Rican writer, Mayra Santos-Febres will be on campus next week to discuss Afro-Caribbean identities! .sa...
02/25/2026

Renowned Puerto Rican writer, Mayra Santos-Febres will be on campus next week to discuss Afro-Caribbean identities! .santosfebres .languages.cultures

Join us tomorrow! Rachel Swarns will discuss her book: "The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the Am...
02/18/2026

Join us tomorrow! Rachel Swarns will discuss her book: "The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the American Catholic Church." .stewart.artist
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It's almost here! Rachel Swarns will discuss her book: "The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the Am...
02/13/2026

It's almost here! Rachel Swarns will discuss her book: "The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the American Catholic Church." next week! .stewart.artist
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DON'T MISS IT!! Rachel Swarns, journalist, author and professor, will discuss her book: "The 272: The Families Who Were...
02/03/2026

DON'T MISS IT!! Rachel Swarns, journalist, author and professor, will discuss her book: "The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the American Catholic Church." on February 19. .stewart.artist
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Brighten up your day and stop by the CSD office to take a selfie with our elfie! 🎅❄ smcmpublic...
12/11/2025

Brighten up your day and stop by the CSD office to take a selfie with our elfie! 🎅❄ smcmpublicsafety .womengendersexuality

11/20/2025

Jonathan Friedman delivered an informative and enlightening talk about book bans and so much more!

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Address

47645 College Drive
St. Marys City, MD
20686

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12408954215

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