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Roger Brooke TaneyRoger Brooke Taney, Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1836 to 1864, began his career as a lawyer in Frederick County. He practiced law in Frederick from 1801 until 1823.

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Taney ExhibitConveniently located within walking distance of downtown Frederick, the Roger Brooke Taney House interprets a property owned by former Frederick attorney and fifth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. The restored house has presented the legacy of Roger Brooke Taney to the public since 1930.

The site, including the house, detached kitchen, root cellar, smokehouse and slaves quarters, interprets the life of Taney and his wife Anne Key (sister of Francis Scott Key), as well as various aspects of life in early nineteenth century Frederick County. Through guided tours, exhibits, educational programs and special events, the lifestyle of Frederick’s “middling class” is presented.

Events

Time Travelers History Camp
Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.
Museum of Frederick County History

Roger Brooke Taney House Recognition Luncheon
Tuesday, June 23
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
Dutch's Daughter Restaurant, Frederick

Exhibit Opening: In & Out of Frederick County - 300 Years of Travel and Tourism
Tuesday, June 30
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History

Fabulous Fifties Jazz in the Garden
Saturday, July 25
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
HSFC Heritage Garden

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