Western Terminus of the C&O Canal National Historical Park and start of 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage Bike Trail. Home to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, C&O Canal Museum, Visitor Center, Canal Boat Replica, and Allegany County's first Winery. Enjoy shopping and dining, festivals and concerts, historical sites and outdoor recreation.
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BALTIMORE (March 10, 2021) Maryland’s Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway has been designated as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the highest designation a road can receive. This honor was announced along with 49 new designations to the America's Byways® collection, including 15 All-American Roads (AAR) and 34 National Scenic Byways (NSB) in 28 states. "With elevation of the Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway to an All-American Road, Maryland is[...]
The small white clapboard house was the home of Eliza Bailey and her family. Eliza was Frederick Douglass's sister. Eliza and her two children were sold by Thomas Auld to her free husband Peter in 1836 for $100 (a debt which they both worked for almost five years to repay). On Maryland's Frederick Douglass Driving Tour.
The park offers a landscaped seating area and information kiosk about Frederick Douglass, who lived enslaved near St. Michaels from 1833-1836. Douglass taught himself to read and write, and conducted clandestine schools for African-Americans here. He escaped north and became a noted abolitionist, orator and editor. On Maryland’s Frederick Douglass Driving Tour.
Discover a world of relaxation. From lush views to lavish details will turn your weekend getaway into lasting memories. Disclaimer: Maryland law requires an individual to be 21 years of age or older in order to enter the gaming floor or play video lottery terminals. Please play responsibly, for help visit mdgamblinghelp.org or call 1-800-GAMBLER.
The museum is focused on preserving and displaying the legacy of Charles & Marguerite Doleman’s vision of a state- of- the-art cultural & historical museum depicting the lives of all African-Americans, situated in the heart of Hagerstown, Maryland is comprised of thousands of artifacts ranging from autographs, birth records, more than 450 books, deeds of slave sales, obituaries, paintings, photographs, poetry, and sculptures.
Louisa and Wililam Bruff (the daughter and son-in-law of Frederick Douglass’s former master, Thomas Auld) lived at this home. In 1877, they greeted Douglass at the front door. Douglass wanted reconciliation with Thomas Auld. Douglass and Bruff had an agreeable visit and made amends. Today, the building is the Dr. Dodson Bed and Breakfast. On Maryland’s Frederick Douglass Driving Tour.
Discover Maryland's Eastern Shore, just 47 miles from Washington, D.C. Experience the breathtaking views, award-winning restaurants, live entertainment, waterfront accommodations and dock bars. Explore the wetlands and woodlands by boat, bike or kayak.Visit for assistance with directions and information as we guide you to local destination points and the sights of the region. Enjoy the museum, gallery and the beautiful Ferry Point Park.
The Robert Morris Inn was once the childhood home of Robert Morris who gained fame as “Financier of the Revolution". Now it is a unique historic restaurant offering modern British dining, with touches of the Chesapeake Bay, prepared by Chef Proprietor, Mark Salter. Since 1710 this full service inn has provided world class hospitality from its rooms to its plates. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.