Public Hearings

The Commission holds public hearings to recognize the victims of lynching in each county, and to facilitate reflection and dialogue about the legacies of racism and racialized violence in the State of Maryland. Public Hearings are open to the public. The Commission offers an opportunity for the public to express their views at each hearing as part of a public comment period. For information regarding public engagement during meetings please view the Public Comment Policy. To inquire about a Public Hearing in your county please contact the Commission.

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  Upcoming Meetings and Hearings
  Prior Commission Meetings

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Public Hearing - Allegany County October 2, 2021 Virtual Only Description | Handout at Hearing | View Recording | Press Release

Public Hearing - Baltimore County June 4, 2022 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET Baltimore County Council Chambers 400 Washington Avenue, Towson, MD 21204 View Recording | Press Release

Public Hearing - Anne Arundel County October 8, 2022 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET City of Annapolis Council Chambers, 160 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 View Recording | Press Release

Public Hearing - Wicomico County October 22, 2022 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET Salisbury University, 1101 Camden Avenue Salisbury, MD 21801 View Recording | Press Release

Public Hearing - Somerset County November 5, 2022 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET University of Maryland Eastern Shore, 11868 College Backbone Rd, Princess Anne, MD 21853 View Recording | Press Release

Public Hearing - Frederick County Saturday, April 13, 2024 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET Lincoln Elementary School, 200 Madison St, Frederick, MD 21701 View Recording | Press Release