ATTRACTIONS & RECREATION Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center 424 Race St, Cambridge, 410-228-0401 www.visitdorchester.org Museum offering tours by appointment and exhibits on 19th-century slavery in the U.S., the Underground Railroad and events surrounding the Civil War. Tue-Fri, 11am-3pm; Sat, 12N-4pm. d Eastern Shore Tucker House 124 S Commerce St, Centreville, 410-758-3010 www.qachistory.org A Federal-period townhouse (c. 1794) with six rooms and fireplaces, period furnishings, a collection of Rose Medallion china, a meat house and garden. May-Oct: 1st Sat, 10am-2pm. Chestertown ATTRACTIONS Cassinelli Distilling 323 High St, Chestertown, 410-556-6825 www.cassinelliwinery.com Micro distillery serving up vodka, gin, brandy and whiskey with daily tastings and tours in the historic district of downtown Chestertown. Thur-Sun, 11:30am-6pm. Heritage Museums & Gardens of Dorchester c/o Dorchester County Historical Society, 1003 Greenway Dr, Cambridge, 410-228-7953 www.dorchesterhistory.org Historic buildings with interactive exhibits on farm life, timbering, water trades, hunting and trapping, Native Americans and local families. Tues-Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat, 10am-2pm; call for schedule. d $ Wright’s Chance (c. 1744) 119 S Commerce St, Centreville, 410-758-3010 www.qachistory.org Early plantation house noted for its original wood paneling and excellent collection of antiques and Canton China. May-Sept: 1st Sat, 10am-2pm. Clovelly Vineyard LLC OUTDOOR RECREATION CD Outdoors, LLC c/o The Wharf, 101 Water Way, Centreville, 410-991-8468 www.cdollaroutdoors.com Outdoor group with a passion for bay fishing (kayak, light tackle and fly-fishing) and offering youth fishing camps; max charter size is 4 guests. Wed-Mon, 8am-6pm. d Richardson Maritime Museum 401 High St, Cambridge, 410-221-1871 www.richardsonmuseum.org Chesapeake Bay ship models and waterman artifacts honoring the craftsmen, traditions and culture of Eastern Shore boatbuilding. Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm; or by appointment. d 301 Clovelly Ln, Chestertown, 410-708-1775, 410-778-3214 www.clovellynurseries.com Third generation farm (1959) on a beautiful bend of the Chester River producing wine from 100-percent hand-harvested Clovelly grapes. By appointment only. Salisa Vineyard and Winery Spocott Windmill 1609 Hudson Rd, Cambridge, 410-228-7670 www.spocottwindmill.org Historic windmill and Colonial cottage (c. 1800) with Civil War history, a Victorian schoolhouse (c. 1868), country store and WWII museum. Year-round, sunrise-sunset. d Charlestown 107 House 265 Pear Tree Point Rd, Chestertown, 410-490-4904 www.chesapeakewinecountrymd.com Winery harvesting 6-10 tons of Barbera from the vineyard with the help of Italian roots and traditional know-how. Mon-Sat, 11am-9pm. HISTORY & HERITAGE Market & Cecil St, Charlestown, 410-287-8262 www.charlestownmd.org/town-information/ charlestown-history Federal-period restored Colonial home (1810) with a basement kitchen and 19th-century wooden water tower (brought in the 1980s); donations accepted. May-Sept: 3rd Sun monthly, 2-4pm. Sultana Education Foundation Stanley Institute 2400 Church Creek Rd, Cambridge, 410-228-6657 www.visitdorchester.org/stanley-institute One of Maryland’s oldest schools organized and maintained by an African-American community; now a museum. By appointment only. d 200 S Cross St & Chestertown Waterfront, Chestertown, 410-778-5954 www.sultanaeducation.org Home to Sultana Education Foundation teaching ecology and colonial maritime history with public sails (weekends) and an annual Downrigging Festival. Center: Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm; sailing on Saturdays. Tag Along Alpacas, LLC Chesapeake City HISTORY & HERITAGE C&D Canal Museum (1837) 815 Bethel Rd, Chesapeake City, 410-885-5622 chesapeakecity.com Museum located within an original 18th-century pump house depicting the history and operation of the canal connecting the Chesapeake to Delaware bays. Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm. OUTDOOR RECREATION Blackwater Adventures 2524 Key Wallace Dr, Cambridge, 410-901-9255 www.blackwateradventuresmd.com Just minutes from Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, offers bicycle, canoe and kayak rentals. Guides available for biking, hiking and paddling. See ad on page 98. 8139 Broadneck Rd, Chestertown, 443-480-0676 www.tagalongalpacas.com Family-owned alpaca farm in scenic Kent County raising Huacaya alpacas in a variety of colors and offering 293 acres of farmland, pastures and ponds. By appointment only. HISTORY & HERITAGE Cliffs School House Museum Rt 289 Quaker Neck Rd, Chestertown, 410-778-9173 www.kentcounty.com/cliffs-school-1 An architectural landmark, watermen’s and farming community (1878-1939) with a one-room school house displaying early artifacts and furnishings. Every 3rd Sat; May-Oct, 1-4pm; or by appointment. OUTDOOR RECREATION Brewer Bohemia Vista Marina 140 Vista Marina Rd, Chesapeake City, 410-885-2056 www.byy.com/chesapeakecity Marina where transient cruisers and snowbirders will find easy access and a quiet, safe harbor for the night or for an extended stay. 8am-5pm. c Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge 2145 Key Wallace Dr, Cambridge, 410-228-2677 www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater Major bald eagle nesting area and waterfowl wintering ground with a visitor center, scenic wildlife drive and walking and paddling trails. Refuge: sunrise-sunset; Visitor Center: Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 9am-5pm. d $ Custom House/Waterfront Tours Hyatt River Marsh Marina Chester 100 Heron Blvd, Cambridge, 410-901-6380 www.hyatt.com/gallery/chesamarina A 150-slip marina including amenities, such as fuel, laundry, fire pits, pools, dining, golf, a spa and more. c ATTRACTIONS Delmarva Balloon Rides 1137 Little Creek Rd, Chester, 301-814-3297 www.balloonrides.com Balloon rides over the Eastern Shore (morning/afternoon), seven days a week; gift certificates, private proposal flights and photography available. 5am-10pm. $ The Custom House, 101 S Water St, Chestertown, 410-810-7161 www.washcoll.edu/centers/starr A guided tour of a historic Custom House with waterfront heritage and tours highlighting the rich history of the area dating back to city’s founding. Fri-Sat, 12N-4pm. d G.A.R. Post #25, Inc. -Sumner Hall Centreville ATTRACTIONS Bull and Goat Brewery 206 Banjo Ln, Centreville www.bullandgoatbrewery.com Brewery serving up German-inspired craft beers, table games and music to complement what’s on tap in the tasting room. See website for schedule. Chester/Kent Narrows ATTRACTIONS Kent Narrows Waterfront District/ Kent Narrows Development Foundation 206 S Queen St, Chestertown, 443-282-0023 www.sumnerhall.org Historic African-American Civil War veterans halls restored as a museum and community center featuring public humanities programs. Sat, 10am-1pm; or by appointment. d Historical Society of Kent County HISTORY & HERITAGE Museum of Eastern Shore Life 120 Dulin Clark Rd, Centreville, 410-758-8640, 410-758-2137 www.historicqac.org Museum dedicated to collecting, preserving and displaying artifacts with exhibits relating to life along the Eastern Shore. Apr-Oct: 1st Sat, 1-4pm; or by appointment. d Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center Bldg, 1st FL 425 Piney Narrows Rd, Chester/Kent Narrows, 410-604-2491 www.kentnarrowsmd.com Waterfront village has dockside restaurants, hotels, shops, marinas, music & fishing. Home to Watermen’s Way Heritage Trail from Chester to Grasonville. See ad on page 110. 301 High St, Chestertown, 410-778-3499 www.kentcountyhistory.org Ongoing exhibits and lectures offering an overview of local history, research library, visitor information and museum shop. Wed-Sat, 10am-3pm. d OUTDOOR RECREATION Chesapeake Farms 7319 Remington Dr, Chestertown, 410-778-8400 www.dupont.com A 3,000-acre wildlife, agricultural research and demonstration area with free self-guided driving tour and accompanying brochure. Call for schedule. DESTINATION MARYLAND ✥ 141
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