Christmas at the Train Station
HGA had the first of two events to celebrate this holy season of the year on Saturday, December 7 from noon to 2 PM. Over 30 children got to see Santa and receive a gift bag from him. Including children, approximately 100 people attended this event. Troop 95 scouts operated the model trains and gave rides to kids and adults on Lil Toot. If you missed this one, or want to come again, stop by Saturday evening, December 21 from 5-7 PM to see Santa, model trains, museum displays, special singing by Cathy Gorman and the Grace church group. Also, a light buffet will be available provided by Marilyn's Catering. All are welcome and there is no charge for admission.
Christmas at the Train Station events
HGA will be having two Christmas celebrations this year at our historic train station located at 140 Layton Avenue in Georgetown. The first will be Saturday, December 7 from noon to 2 PM. The second will be Saturday, December 21 from 5-7 PM. Santa will be there to give small gift bags for the children and listen to their requests. No Admission charge and all welcome to enjoy music, light refreshments, model trains, museum displays and more.
Thanks County Seat Cruisers
County Seat Cruisers and HGA teamed up once again for the Third Annual Car Show in September. County Seat Cruisers has donated $1,000 to HGA and we want to express our deepest thanks! It is a great organization!
Return Day Open House
HAG will have an Return Day Open House in cooperation with the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, November 7 starting at 10 AM. The Train Station and First Fire House Museums will both be open for self guided tours and refreshments. County Seat Cruisers will also have several vehicles on display at he complex after the Return Day parade. Come join us to celebrate the end of the election season. There is no admission charge.
Large crowd at HGA's 3rd Annual Car Show
Our 3rd Annual Car Show was a huge success. In cooperation with County Seat Cruisers, HGA had 43 vehicles on display at our complex at the corner of Layton Ave. and Depot St. in Georgetown. Between 150-200 visitors showed up to look at the vehicles, enjoy scrapple sandwiches, hot dogs and other light refreshments provided by Boy Scout Troop 95, stop by our vendors, and tour the train station museum and First Fire House. Many thanks to our sponsors: Chesapeake Cabinetry Karl Haller Hunter Creek Homes El Mercado's Market The Insurance Market
Thank you Hunter Creek Homes and Lance Mears
Lance Mears, Georgetown, recently donated his time, materials, and talent to build a new ramp for HGA's garage. He also repaired steps on the back of Georgetown's First Fire House. We deeply appreciate his generosity!! It looks great and was much needed.
Open House and 3rd Annual Car Show
HGA will hold its 3rd annual Car Show and Open House on Saturday, September 14 from 9 AM to 2 PM. In lieu of that event, there will be no Open House on Saturday, September 7. Come view the cars, trucks and motorcycles, model trains, and museum displays. Troop 95 Scouts will be selling scrapple sandwiches in the morning and hot dogs, chips and sodas in the afternoon. This event is sponsored by HGA in cooperation with: Chesapeake Cabinetry El Mercado's Market The Insurance Market Karl Haller, Long time supporter of HGAu All are welcome and there is no admission charge.Rain date is Snday, September 15
Open House events well attended
The first two Open Houses for the Train Station and First Fire House May and June) have seen over 50 people attend. Rides on Lil Toot, model trains, historic photos, relics and memorabilia are enjoyed by all in these two historic Georgetown buildings. Next Open Houses are Saturday, August 3 and Saturday, September 7 Both are from Noon to 2 PM and there is no charge for admission.
Large turnout for June 4 Open House
HGA was glad to see a large turnout of visitors of all ages to their first 2024 Open House on Saturday, June 4. Adults and children enjoyed the model trains, museum artifacts and rides on Lil Toot. The next open House is Saturday, July 6 and we hope you will come see us.
Scouts from Troop 95 Enjoy a Spin on "Lil Toot"