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Maryland Historical Society, established in 1844, is one of the oldest cultural organizations in the United States. It provides a museum, library, press, and various educational programs. The organization collects, preserves, and interprets objects and materials concerned with Maryland's heritage. Maryland Historical Society houses a comprehensive collection of objects and artifacts in the state and also offers the Americana collection. Its press provides various topics of educational and general interest and publishes more than five books every year. The organization s museum presents more than ten changing exhibitions on topics ranging from the history of photography and feature filmmaking, to Duchess of Windsor's style and steamboat travel on the Chesapeake Bay. Maryland Historical Society is located in Baltimore.