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The Rural Life Museum of Trappe Md., Inc.
29241 Backtown Road
Trappe, Maryland

 

Our recent events have been great fun. We would like to thank those who helped out. Visit our new Benefactors & Friends page to help acknowledge their assistance. We are always pleased to have your assistance – for more information on how you can help, please consider joining us and or volunteering.

Discover Trappe’s Treasures – Hours and Events

We’re Open!

  • By appointment year‑round (call 410‑476‑4857)
  • April through November: 1st & 2nd Saturdays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

With advance notice, members are welcome to bring samples of ancestor handwriting—ideally dated or approximately dated. You may discover fascinating insights into your ancestor’s personality through their penmanship!

2026 Special Events:

Plants Sale: May 9, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. This is the day before Mother’s Day – Be Prepared.  Preorders – call 410-476-4857

Friends & Visitors Day – Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Join friends, neighbors, and all who’d enjoy:

  • Learning more about Trappe’s history and community
  • Listening to live music
  • Browsing local vendors
  • Enjoying a bite to eat
  • Picking up a baked treat to take home
  • Or simply spending time with us!

Annual Meeting – November 17, 6 pm at the Trappe Volunteer Firehouse. Refreshment & Fun as we honor those who have been special helps to the museum during the prior year.

Cookies with Santa – Saturday, December 5, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free, Fun, Family Photo Op!

  • Photos with Santa
  • Delicious cookies
  • Kid‑friendly crafts
  • Festive holiday fun

Also, be sure to wave big and cheer loud when you spot us in the Trappe Volunteer Fire Company Parade and Nace’s Day Parade!

Current Featured Displays….

Defender house: Changes Frequently
Carriage House: Gift Shop – Shirts, Hats, Bags, Books & More. Discount for Members
Slaughter Smokehouse: An exhibit of the tools of an earlier time (farming, business & home)
Scale House: Truck scale used by Defender Packing Co. & early canning factory items

New Features

A clock that was left at the museum during Covid Is now on display. It is the clock from the Trappe High School made by the predecessor of IBM. The school bells were controlled by the clock. Read about it here.