Maryland 250 Land as Muse Series

About the Series

Land as Muse is a multi-weekend arts series exploring how the environment around us inspires creativity. Set across the Alice Ferguson Foundation’s historic 330-acre riverside landscape, the series brings together visual art, film, workshops, and immersive experiences that honor the history and creative inspiration of the land.

Featured Experiences

> Land as Muse Art Exhibit & Sale
September 19-20 & 25-26, 2026
In partnership with the Accokeek Artist Alliance, this exhibition features local artists whose work reflects the Land as Muse theme. Art for sale.

> An Evening With The Artists
September 18, 2026
Kick off the series with an intimate evening with local and regional artists, featuring Cynthia Rudzis, who will unveil four newly commissioned stained glass panels, and Nicole Bourgea’s newly completed mural on the Pavilion wall. (Bundle-only access.)

> Documentary Screening of Lenore + Q&A with Susan Gervasi, Producer
September 19, 2026
Experience the life and legacy of Lenore Thomas Straus, a New Deal-era sculptor whose work—and worldview—were shaped by the land, community, and history of Accokeek.

> Celebration on the Potomac
September 26, 2026
Journey through the farm's signature buildings while discovering the flavors of Maryland. Enjoy locally inspired cuisine, wines from Port of Leonardtown Winery, St Mary's County and craft beer from Mully's Brewery in Calvert County at the Pavilion, then continue to the Barn for a curated tasting hosted by the Maryland Wine Association, featuring wines from across the state. Then make your way up to the Farmhouse for dessert and the sunset.

> Maryland 250 Historical Exhibit
September 19-20 & 25-26, 2026
Tracing how agriculture, art, and environmental education have shaped this landscape across generations.

Please Note: All events are intended for ages 18+

Ticket Options

$250: Maryland 250 for $250 Ticket Bundle
Includes full access, for one person, to all events in the Land as Muse series, listed above. 
$50 of every bundle ticket is tax-deductible and directly supports environmental education for children, many of whom attend at little or no cost thanks to philanthropic support.

$125: Celebration on the Potomac, non members
Only includes access to our Celebration on the Potomac event on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

$115: Celebration on the Potomac, members
Become a member here and receive a special $10 off code to our Celebration on the Potomac event on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

$25: Documentary showing and reception
Only includes access to our Documentary Screening of Lenore + Q&A with Susan Gervasi, Producer on Saturday, September 19, 2026.