Summer Fest at the Benson-Hammond House: BWI Marshall’s 75th Anniversary

Saturday, June 14th 2025

10:00am – 3:00pm

Benson-Hammond House, 7101 Aviation Blvd, Linthicum Heights, MD 21061

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport’s 75th Anniversary is approaching on June 24th, but we are starting the party early!

Help us celebrate 75 years of air service at the historic Benson-Hammond House, which is the last standing farmhouse on the land that became our grounds. The Benson-Hammond House also served as the first office site during the construction of what was then known as Friendship International Airport. Join us June 14th for food, music, crafts, historic tours, and family fun—plus a chance to add to our 75th Anniversary time capsule. Open to community members, current and former airport employees, and airport supporters.

Register to attend

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport’s Annual Business Networking Event Set for September 23rd

SynergyBWI to Connect Businesses with Airport Opportunities


Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport will host its 2024 SynergyBWI
conference at Live! Casino and Hotel in Hanover, Maryland on September 23. The free annual
business networking event will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will provide opportunities for
entrepreneurs and local businesses to connect with resources and procurement experts from BWI
Marshall and Martin State airports.


SynergyBWI is a venue for small, local, and minority businesses to acquire procurement
information with the goal of increasing their participation in the tremendous contracting
opportunities at BWI Marshall and Martin State. The event aims to bring together key
stakeholders, including local businesses, suppliers, contractors, airport leadership, and
procurement professionals.


“This annual event is a valuable resource for businesses working to expand their reach and
contribute to the growth of our airports,” said Ricky Smith, Executive Director/CEO of the
Maryland Aviation Administration. “SynergyBWI empowers local businesses and fosters
important opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration.”
This SynergyBWI event will provide a platform for businesses to learn about upcoming airport
projects, procurement processes, and specific contracting requirements.
Key highlights of SynergyBWI include:

  • Information sessions on securing business contracts, financing, bonding
    resources, and other topics.
  • An exhibitor hall where participants can meet with current airport contractors and
    explore new business opportunities.
  • Networking opportunities for attendees to interact with industry leaders,
    procurement officers, and fellow entrepreneurs.
  • Keynote speeches from state leaders, airport executives, and other experts about
    the latest trends and best practices in transportation procurement.
    Further information and full schedule are available on the event’s website—
    www.SynergyBWIairport.com.