Historical Society Of Carroll County

Box Lunch Talk- Westminsters Citizen Soldier 6-17-2025

Joshua Gist (1747-1839) was a Patriot during the American Revolutionary War, a long-time resident of Westminster and a colonel in the Soldier’s Delight Battalion of Baltimore. He also commanded the 20th Regiment of the Maryland Militia at the time of the Whiskey Rebellion. We will hear about his life in Carroll County and his notable contributions.  Tim Dioquino is the Secretary, Westminster Chapter, Maryland Sons of the American Revolution and the America 250 SAR State Committee Chair.

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A collection of programs from the Historical Society of Carroll County. The Historical Society of Carroll County is an important educational institution in Carroll County, which uses materials and knowledge of the past to explore topics of timeless relevance and current public interest and benefit. Inside and outside the walls of its buildings, HSCC encourages broad engagement in the diversity of experiences it offers. It develops and deploys its collections, knowledge, connections, and expertise to build relationships among individuals, organizations, educational programs, and communities to enhance understanding and to engender a pride of place. The Society offers a compelling reason to live in and to visit Carroll County.