Tom Shipley, current president of the Shipleys of Maryland

The crowd listens

Tom speaks, next to the tent that Matt Shipley brought.

Another view of the lovely day. The Parsons, whose property the site adjoins, are seated at the left forefront.

Tom Shipley speaks, in front the monument.

Janine gives the keynote address.

Janine gives the keynote address.

Janine is enthusiastic!

Eric Shipley, past president and today's emcee.

The Reverend Jennifer Smith re-consecrates the site.

Ann Horvath provides more context and background.

The newly-restored plaque.

Greg Shipley discusses the site and the State's ownership.

Cathy Baty talks about the Historical Society.

Another view of the site, with the entire plaque visible (with its added line thanking Janine and Mark).