The experience of outdoor movies allows viewers to enjoy food, drink and good company in a variety of casual settings while seeing the stars "under the stars." Here are locations in Maryland that offer outdoor movies, many of them are free. In some instances, viewers can purchase food and drink on-site. Please check individual location websites before heading out for the most up-to-date information. EASTERN SHORE Movies on the Beach Families can gather for a[...]
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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.
Captain Sam Gotsis is ready to greet your group and take you out on the Bay for a memorable fishing trip to spots near Deale, Chesapeake Beach and Solomons. His vessels seek out rockfish, bluefish, and Spanish Mackerel. Max charter size is 30 people. A recognized Chesapeake Bay Storyteller, trained by the Maryland Office of Tourism.
Three buildings relocated to the square showcase the life of typical working families in the mid-19th century. See the "Frederick Douglass: His World 1818-1895" exhibit. The museum also hosts a half-mile walking tour entitled “Frederick Douglass, a Slave in St. Michaels 1833-36." On Maryland's Frederick Douglass Driving Tour.
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.
Journey back to the pivotal days of the War of 1812, also called “America’s Second War of Independence.” Visit charming Southern Maryland towns, the thriving and scenic Baltimore Harbor, and sites surrounding the nation’s capital that were critical in defending America’s fledgling independence. As fighting continued throughout the summer of 1814, Maryland’s brave defenders not only stood strong against British invaders up and down the Chesapeake Bay, but also inspired the poem that would become[...]
Skipjack Kathryn is restored as a fully operational dredge boat that offers sailing tours during the off-season. Discover the traditions of Chesapeake Bay watermen and the art of catching oysters under sail. Enjoy mother nature at her finest, see the sunsets, seabirds and marine life up close. A recognized Chesapeake Bay Storyteller, trained by the Maryland Office of Tourism.
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.
A Timeline of Frederick Douglass’s Life in Maryland and Beyond February 1818 - Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey born at Holme Hill Farm near Easton. August 1824 - Sent to live on Lloyd Plantation, Wye River, at the home of his master, Aaron Anthony. February 1825 - Mother visits him for the last time before her death late in 1825 or early in 1826. March 1826 - Sent to live with Hugh Auld family in the[...]