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Exploring Two Capital Cities At the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African-American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., you’ll find exhibitions that explore the complex story of slavery and freedom. Visitors see how the actions of ordinary men and women demanded freedom and transformed the country. Elsewhere in Washington, D.C. you’ll find one end of the nearly 200-mile long C&O canal towpath. The path—which runs all the way to Cumberland, Maryland—was used by freedom seekers like[...]

Harriet Tubman Harriet Tubman—Underground Railroad conductor, abolitionist, Civil War spy and nurse, suffragist, and humanitarian. Born into slavery in early 1822 in Dorchester County, Maryland, Tubman rose above horrific childhood adversity to emerge with a will of steel. Owing her success to unique survival techniques honed in the forests, fields and marshes of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Tubman transcended victimization to pursue lifelong dreams of freedom, equality, and justice. Named Araminta, or “Minty,” by her parents[...]

Explore the timeless traditions and deep maritime roots of Western Shore towns along the Chesapeake Bay. Go sailing, bird watching, museum hopping or just relax on a sandy beach. The recreational opportunities are plentiful with each golden Chesapeake Bay day. Enjoy a relaxing beach getaway, navigate the bay’s waters, visit a heritage site or savor a delicious seafood meal. From bayside towns to fishing communities, this byway showcases the history and culture of this region[...]

These local eateries are dedicated to supporting local farmers while providing diners with meals that rely on fresh, in-season ingredients. Restaurants With Their Own Farms and Gardens The Elkridge Furnace Inn grows heirloom, organic vegetables in an onsite garden and partners with local farms for its fresh meats. The Manor Tavern in Monkton grows some of the organic ingredients it uses in its dishes while buying others from local vendors. In Howard County's Maple Lawn[...]

Opportunity: U.S. Travel Association’s IPW (International Pow Wow Show) Description: IPW is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and is the largest generator of American travel. The marketplace includes three days of intensive prescheduled business appointments with international tour operators, receptive operators and media from Maryland’s top feeder markets. At IPW, the Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., booths are located together to create a unified “Capital Region USA” presence. CRUSA members share their leads with[...]

Serving fresh, local whole foods using only fresh ingredients.

Specializing in traditional Naples style fired pizza.

Favorites prepared using quality ingredients and recipes reminiscent of your family table.