Sykesville Gate House Museum

06/19/2026

Just a reminder we are closed today, June 19th, for the Juneteenth holiday. We will re-open for our regular hours this Sunday, June 21, from 12-5 pm.

06/14/2026

It's Flag Day! Come see our 48-star American Flag on display in our Cold War exhibit at the museum. We are open today (Sunday June 14) from 12-5.

06/12/2026

It's time for summer movies in the park again - which means special hours for the museum! Come see us between 6:30 and 8:30 pm on Saturday June 13th, and learn about Sykesville's history.

Sykesville Cinema Returns This Saturday!

Join the Sykesville Parks & Recreation Commission (SPARC) for the inaugural movie night of the 2026 Sykesville Cinema season!

📅 Saturday, June 13 @ Sundown (estimated 8:30pm)
📍 Millard Cooper Park
🎥 A Bug's Life
🍿 FREE Admission

But the fun starts before the movie!

- Community Bug Hunt
- Meet Basil the Naturalist from Piney Run Park
- Explore the fascinating world of insects and discover some of the tiny creatures that call our parks home

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends for an evening of nature, community, and a classic animated adventure under the stars.

We can't wait to kick off another season of Sykesville Cinema with you!

06/09/2026

Who wants to work at a cool, small museum in the coolest small town? Our current curator is moving on later this summer and we are seeking qualified candidates to continue the professional stewardship of the museum. Please see attached for detailed information.

Join the Sykesville Team! We are now hiring a Museum Curator! Duties will include collection management, exhibit planning, historical research, visitor engagement, and volunteer coordination. Visit our website to view the full job description: www.townofsykesville.gov/jobs

06/07/2026

How we were in the 80's...Anyone recognize this building? (Hint-the post title gives it away.) It was once Porky Jo's Karyout (not a typo) c. 1985. And notice the cars to the right of the building? That's where Hair by Samsara stands today.

06/06/2026

This article from the June 16, 1921 edition of the Sykesville Herald outlines that the new polling place for Freedom District is in the Phelps building (today's EW Becks Pub) near the B&O station after the 19th amendment granted women the right to vote. You can find out more of the history of this building on our website https://www.thegatehousemuseum.com/7565-main-street

06/02/2026

Enjoy our new porch chairs when visiting the museum. Our hours are Tuesdays and Fridays 10-4 and Sundays 12-5.

05/31/2026

On this date in 1917, men on Carroll County prepared to register for World War I. You can find out more about the historical draft registration process at the National archives. https://www.archives.gov/research/military/ww1/draft-registration

05/18/2026

Always a fun and engaging event!

Civics Day is TOMORROW in Downtown Sykesville!

Join us as local organizations, community groups, and public service partners come together to celebrate the people and programs that help make Sykesville such a special place to live, work, and explore.

We’re excited to welcome groups including:
🌲 Piney Run Park
🎥 Community Media Center
🏛 Downtown Sykesville Connection
🏥 Springfield Hospital Center
🎶 Live music from Duffy & Ro
…and more!

Come explore, ask questions, meet your community, and enjoy an evening in Downtown Sykesville.

We hope to see you there!