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1608 – Captain John Smith explores the Chesapeake Bay 1631 – English trading post established on Kent Island 1632 – Maryland Charter granted to Cecilius Calvert by King Charles I 1633 – Ark and Dove sail from the Isle of Wight, England 1634 – Ark and Dove arrive at St. Clements Island; St. Mary's City founded 1649 – "An Act Concerning Religion" passed; Puritans founded Providence (now Annapolis) 1664 – Slavery allowed by law in[...]

Shopping on Main For a one-of-a-kind getaway, book a trip to one of Maryland’s Main Street districts. Enjoy shopping with a side of history in Mount Airy, or see firsthand how Cumberland’s railroad roots have given way to an arts focus in the town’s open-air Town Centre. Spend a day exploring Leonardtown’s Fenwick Street. The picturesque waterfront town of Havre de Grace has antiques, gifts stores, and legendary carved waterfowl decoys. On the Eastern Shore[...]

Day 1: Delmarva Peninsula, Eastern Shore of Virginia & Maryland Make your way to Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore. The first stop will be the NASA Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center, just over the state line in VA, where we will learn about NASA’s missions and projects, explore exhibits and view the rocket launch area. After lunch, we will travel roads coursing through the oldest English settlement in the area. The Delmarva peninsula was part of[...]

Two-hundred-seat community theater presents Broadway musicals "under the stars" across from the City Dock.

Food just tastes better when you dine on the water! Whether you are arriving via sailboat, powerboat or car, there’s something special about dining on the water. The Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries provide endless options ranging from urban dining in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and hip and historic Annapolis to waterside dining along the many rivers, creeks and inlets that make up the Chesapeake Bay. Here a few options to make your mouth water. Baltimore[...]

Beach Break at the Eastern Shore If you’re not going to let summer slip into fall without kicking and screaming, then you need to beeline to the beach communities. Since it’s about to be sweater weather, go ahead and indulge in the crab-filled delights and oysters that define the region at an authentic Maryland crab house—paired with a crisp local brew, of course. Be sure to dig your toes in the sand, stroll the iconic[...]

Stand-up paddleboarding, SUP for short, is becoming one of the fastest-growing water sports. Outfitters throughout Maryland offer rentals and instruction to those new to SUP, a mashup of surfing and canoeing. They also regularly host social gatherings—and even yoga classes—for paddleboarders to enjoy. When you’re ready to get on the water, there’s no shortage of places to go for an aquatic adventure. Capital Region Stunning views of the Potomac River await National Harbor paddlers in[...]

Check out the Maryland Crab & Oyster Trail for a complete guide to crack, shuck, and savor Maryland seafood. Maryland Blue Crabs are on every visitor’s must-eat list. Here are some top spots for delicious steamed crab, crab cakes and crab soup. Seafood by the Shore in Ocean City Order traditional Maryland steamed hard-shell crabs or other fare from the all-you-can-eat seafood buffet menu. In West Ocean City at Hooper's Crab House, try the crab[...]

It's time to sail on the Chesapeake Bay, build sandcastles in Ocean City, visit some of Maryland's many wonderful parks and outdoor spaces, and get into a mountain of steamed crabs—this is just the beginning of summer in Maryland! Here are just a few ideas of activities happening 4th of July weekend across Maryland. Reach out to the organizers for details. WESTERN REGION Boonsboro Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks Shafer Park & Surrounding Area 37[...]