Welcome!
The Carroll County History Project was created by the Community Media Center (CMC) in 2008 as an ongoing, multi-part effort to preserve the history of Carroll County, Maryland by collecting videotaped memories of the people who live here and by producing documentary programs about the county, local issues, and the unique experiences of area residents.
These stories, from everyday people, help to paint a picture of Carroll County’s history and how it has changed throughout the years. These personal accounts help bring history to life, and put a name and a face on local events.
Our online Oral History Video Collection is divided into several playlists: Carroll County Remembers, Carroll County: Through the Eyes of the Black Experience, Carroll County Veterans and Local Documentaries. All contain video interviews with local residents who shared their personal story. We invite you to explore our collections below.
Through the eyes of the black experience
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Interview with Betty Lee
Betty Lee is from Sykesville, MD and is a former nurse at Henryton State Hospital. Henryton State Hospital was a tuberculosis sanitarium for African-American patients.
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African American Trailblazers of Carroll County Preserving Black History
The Preserving Black History program is a part of the African American Trailblazers of Carroll County series.This segment features interviews with George Murphy III and Louis C. Brown. Watch this and the other programs of the series to hear the stories of all the "Trailblazers". Visit the Carroll [ . . . ]
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Interview with Warren Dorsey
Warren started going to school in 1926 and left school in 1930. He talks about consolidation of schools and shares his experience of being a colored student during these times.
Carroll County residents have a long and distinguished history of military service. It’s a proud and honored tradition that should be remembered, recognized and preserved for future generations. The Carroll County History Project'S Veterans Oral History Collection is designed to recognize the contributions Carroll County veterans have made to our Nation by collecting and preserving their stories of service for generations to come.
Local veterans interested in sharing their story should contact the Community Media Center via Email or by calling (410) 386-4415.
View our current Veterans' Oral History Archive below.
Carroll County Veterans
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CARROLL HISTORY PROJECT
The Community Media Center broadcasts interviews from the Carroll County History Project on cable channel 19 and HD-1086 in Carroll County.
All of the interviews in our oral history collection are available for viewing online. The collection is divided into several playlists: Carroll County Remembers, Carroll County: Through the Eyes of the Black Experience, Carroll County Veterans and Local Documentaries. All contain video interviews with local residents who have shared their personal story.
The goal of the Veterans Oral History Collection is not only to honor the courage and sacrifice of our local veterans, but also to preserve their memories as a lasting resource to help educate future generations. Their personal accounts help bring history to life, adding a context and perspective that you can’t find in a textbook.
Explore more of our featured videos below or visit our complete Video Archive
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Get Involved
The Community Media Center is happy to help you share your story. If you or someone you know would like to schedule an interview or if you would like to volunteer to help us and would like more information about the Carroll History Project, please contact us via Email or call 410--386-4415.
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Our Partners
The Carroll County History Project was developed by the Community Media Center in partnership with:
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Oral History Videos
The online Oral History Video Collection is divided into several playlists: Carroll County Remembers, Carroll County: Through the Eyes of the Black Experience, Carroll County Veterans and Local Documentaries. All contain video interviews of local residents who shared their personal story. We invite you to explore our collection.