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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[...]

Maryland Beer Apps, Trails and Tours Download the Shore Craft Beer App, click here for Apple and here for Google Play versions. When you check into any of our locations either through the "Find Beer Near Me" or "Challenge" links you will automatically be entered to win a two-night stay in Ocean City, Maryland. Follow the hops! Uncover the malt! Be a seeker of suds as you travel along the HowardOnTap Craft Brew Trail! You’ll[...]

Western Maryland Western Maryland is a great place for outdoor adventures. You can climb Maryland's highest mountain, swim in numerous lakes, hike the Appalachian Trail, brave white-water rapids or enjoy all kinds of winter sports from skiing to ice fishing. The three counties of Western Maryland, where fall foliage arrives first and winter usually stays the longest, were Maryland's last frontier. One of the most important events in Western Maryland in the early 1800s was[...]

When you shop along Maryland’s Main Streets, you’re supporting local businesses and the historic properties they steward. If window shopping by foot, dining at new spots, antiquing and collecting art sounds like a great day out, you’ll absolutely adore these Main Street destinations. Shop the Shore in Berlin’s Unique Stores With a population of about 4,900, Berlin is small but packs a lot of charm. This Eastern Shore gem, known for its great jewelry, gift[...]

Old Line State Eats Everyone knows that Marylanders love Old Bay Seasoning on everything—but there are plenty of other quintessential flavors of Maryland to enjoy. There’s nothing quite like a day spent on the Boardwalk in Ocean City, enjoying Fisher's Popcorn and Thrasher's French Fries. And if you’re in Western Maryland, don’t miss out on the award-winning goat cheese at FireFly Farms. Stop into the cheese company’s retail store in Accident for pairings and tastings[...]

Fishing Charters All aboard for freshly caught favorites! If you’re already soaking up the sun on Chesapeake Beach, book a charter with Rod N’ Reel Resort. The experienced captains will help you troll, bottom fish and chum your way to a trophy dinner, and the resort chef will prepare your catch however you like. Looking to cook your own meal Maryland-style? Fish the Bay Charters can accommodate up to 25 anglers for a half-day or[...]