Celebrate Benjamin Banneker's 279th birthday Saturday, Nov.13, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Banneker Park

On Saturday, Nov.13, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., join the Friends of Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum and others as they celebrate Benjamin Banneker's 279th birthday. The program "What's up with Ben" will be a "spoken word café" as spoken word artists interpret Benjamin Banneker's life and accomplishments. Admission is free, donations are accepted.

The museum hosts a unique collection of Banneker's works, a gallery featuring "An Exhibition of Maryland Community Quilts", a gift shop, patio garden and a reconstruction of Benjamin's cabin on the grounds. The Historical park consists of 142 acres on the original Banneker property, with a wildlife habitat, gardens, nature trails and a restored 1850's era house.

The Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum is located at 300 Oella Avenue, Oella, MD 21228, about two miles east of old town Ellicott City.

For information call 410-887-1081.