McCeney March: In Person September 25 Virtual Sept 26-Oct 1

Join the 6th Annual McCeney March in-person or virtually! The walk will return to an in-person group walk through Old Town Laurel Saturday, September 25 starting at 11 am. Virtual participants can choose to walk 1 mile or a 5K at a time and route of their choosing between Sunday September 26th and Friday October 1. Walkers will be encouraged to walk through historic Laurel, to a business on Main Street, in their neighborhood, or even on a treadmill. In-person, and virtual walkers will be encouraged to document their walk with pictures and share them on social media.

According to McCeney March Co-Chair Bob Mignon, “The decision to return to a traditional walk was easy – because we could come together after a year apart. Keeping a virtual option reflected the popularity of that option for many walkers – particularly those from out-of-town who wanted to be part of this event.”

Noted Mignon, “Unlike last year, this year we will be asking for sponsor support, since the goal of this March, is, at the bottom line, to raise funds for educational programs and scholarships.” Sponsorship information can be found at https://forms.gle/mMshf6Tyzm9orG8v5

Registration fees for the McCeney March are: $10/child, $25/adult, $60 family of 4. To register for the walk this year visit https://forms.gle/N8oXBvM2yVvked5i7

Jim McCeney is remembered for his commitment to our community, to Laurel's history, and to making Laurel a better place. He holds a special place for the Laurel Historical Society, where he served as President, Treasurer, and Chairman of the Board. Jim McCeney walked 3 miles a day for many years. After he passed away in 2016, the organization established the McCeney March in his memory. The March Map will highlight one of Jim McCeney’s walking routes.

The Laurel Historical Society is located at 817 Main Street. The Laurel Museum is open Saturday and Sunday 12-4, and starting September 10 will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-4. Currently on display: “Unpacking Laurel’s Past: 150 Years on Display”, “2020: What at Year!: Covid & Social Justice” and “The Laurel Museum at 25.” Admission is free, but masks are required. Research requests and tour groups can visit weekdays by appointment. The Laurel Museum is located at 817 Main Street, Laurel, Maryland. For more information contact: info@laurelhistoricalsociety.org , 301-725-7975, or www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org.##