Western Maryland Western Maryland Accident ATTRACTIONS Deep Creek Lavender Farm 625 Doerr Rd, 240-608-8282 www.deepcreeklavenderfarm.com A beautiful agritourism adventure: 1,500 lavender plants, picnic areas and a wonderful farm store packed with all things lavender. e 21843 National Pike, 301-791-4767 www.dnr.maryland.gov Park with a 42-acre freshwater lake, outcrops, geologic history in mountain stones, swimming, boating, fishing and nearby Appalachian Trail. d $ e Greenbrier State Park Embassy Theatre HISTORY & HERITAGE 24 Frederick St Bell Tower Bldg, 301-722-2820 www.alleganycountychamber.com Maryland’s oldest chamber serves as a valued investment and resource for the business community through leadership, advocacy, education and networking. e 3 Pershing St, 301-777-7200 www.alleganymuseum.org The Allegany Museum invites visitors to discover the heritage of our region and its contribution to our nation’s development in transportation and industry. d 16 Washington St, 301-777-3364 www.emmanuelparishofmd.org 1850 Gothic Revival church built on ruins of a French and Indian War fort. Three Tiffany windows and other liturgical art. Ties to Underground Railroad. d $ 218 Washington St, 301-777-8678 www.alleganycountyhistory.org The c. 1867 Gordon Roberts House serves as the Allegany County Historical Society headquarters and museum. Tours, educational programs and events. $ 49 Baltimore St, 240-362-7183 www.embassytheatrecorp.org The Embassy Theatre presents live theater and other live performances in a renovated 1931 Art Deco cinema building. d $ Allegany County Chamber of Commerce SHOPPING 312 S Main St, 301-432-7377 www.cronisemarket.com Country fruit market, local fruits, vegetables, jellies, ciders, baked goods, flowers, birdhouses, feeders, lawn furniture, decor and Christmas trees. d e 310 S Main St, 240-329-9353 www.olde-homestead.com Home decor and unique gifts: candles, florals, linens, curtains, pictures, signs, lamps and furniture. Free layaway. Gift cards available. d e ATTRACTIONS 1812 Farm Brewery 13006 Mason Rd NE, 301-338-2490 www.1812brewery.com The first farm brewery in Allegany County. Fresh craft beer. Family-and pet-friendly. d $ e Cronise Market Place OUTDOOR RECREATION Deep Creek Lake Lions Club 1249 Bumble Bee Rd, 323-325-5466 www.deepcreeklions.org We hold the Blind Skier and Blind Camper programs. We also operate the McHenry Community Park with disc golf, a bicycle pump track, pioneer history and trails. d e Allegany Museum Charis Winery & Distillery Olde Homestead 16 Howard St, 240-581-3875 www.chariswinery.com Wine and spirits tasting room. d e Boonsboro ARTS & CULTURE Augustoberfest Charitable Foundation 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, 301-991-1329 www.augustoberfest.org Annual German Festival raising funds for our Wesel Sister Foundation and other local nonprofits. d $ Dig Deep Brewing Co. Emmanuel Episcopal Church Cascade HISTORY & HERITAGE 25009 Lake Wastler Dr, 301-241-2231 www.ritchierevival.com Historic Fort Ritchie is a decommissioned military installation that is a revival period. Come and explore the beautiful property and its businesses. e 14319 Barrick Ave, 301-781-7740 www.ritchiemuseum.org The Ritchie History Museum honors our 20th-century military veterans, particularly the Ritchie Boys of WWII and others who served at Ritchie. d $ 2 Howard St Ste B, 301-338-1013 www.facebook.com /digdeepbrewing/events Brewery with this shared passion and motto: Whatever You Dig, Dig Deep. d e Historic Fort Ritchie Exit Strategy Escape Room Gifts Inn Boonsboro 16 N Main St, 301-432-0090 www.giftsinnboonsboro.com Located in Historic Boonsboro showcasing local and regional artists featuring fine art, pottery, jewelry, blown glass and one-of-a-kind treasures. e 3 Pershing St Ste 306, 301-876-7964 www.exitstrategyescaperoom.com Cumberland’s escape room with four themes available. Gather your friends and join the fun. d $ Gordon Roberts House Fore Axes Ritchie History Museum Valley Craft Network 6924 Girl Scout Rd, 301-432-0281 www.vcntour.org Annual Valley Craft Network Studio Tour in Nov. See 13 artisans at 12 studio stops. Handmade art, gifts and accessories. 157 Baltimore St 3rd Fl, 240-362-7744 www.foreaxes.com Fore Axes is an upscale bar, lounge, axe-throwing and golf-simulator destination located in downtown Cumberland. d Clear Spring OUTDOOR RECREATION 12731 Big Pool Rd, 301-573-0948 www.timbervalleyretreat.com Private campgrounds in Clear Spring. Come find out what Washington County hospitality is all about and enjoy nature and the outdoors. $ e Western Maryland Scenic Railroad HISTORY & HERITAGE Boonsborough Museum of History 113 N Main St, 240-816-0488 www.boonsboroughmoh.org The museum houses a vast and unique collection of historical objects of local and national importance. d Timber Valley Retreat 13 Canal St, 301-759-4400 www.wmsr.com Travel through Mountain Maryland on our excursion train between Cumberland and Frostburg. Take a trip up the mountain behind our steam engine No. 1309. $ 515 Washington St, 301-722-6099 www.facebook.com/ womanscivicclubcumberland Since 1956, the Woman’s Civic Club has been occupying The Historic Magruder House on Historic Washington St. — a must-see for architecture lovers. d Woman’s Civic Club of Cumberland OUTDOOR RECREATION 16 Howard St, 301-777-5132 www.gaptrail.org Bike or hike this spectacular nonmotorized path from Cumberland to Pittsburgh, through tunnels and across viaducts, along the most scenic views in Maryland. d e 86 Baltimore St, 240-362-7021 www.wheelzupadventures.com Wheelzup Adventures is the premier outdoor outfitter in Western Maryland with a focus on getting people outside through access, knowledge and community. d e 14 Howard St, 301-777-8724 www.wheelzupadventures.com Outdoor and bike shop focused on outfitting people to enjoy the GAP and C&O trails. Get outfitted to float the Potomac River. d e Great Allegheny Passage CITY/COUNTY VISITOR CENTER Canal Place Preservation and Development Authority 13 Canal St Rm 301, 301-724-3655, 800-989-9394 www.passagesofthepotomac.org Canal Place Heritage Park is located in the heart of downtown Cumberland. Includes the C&O Canal Museum, trails, shops, festival grounds and parking. d e Rural Heritage Museum of Washington County Maryland Cumberland ARTS & CULTURE 9 N Centre St, 301-777-2787 www.alleganyartscouncil.org Nonprofit arts organization and professional art gallery d 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, 240-420-1714 www.ruralheritagemuseum.org Learn about how life was lived in rural Western Maryland as you walk through our Village and Transportation, Rural Farm Equipment and Early Life museums. d Allegany Arts Council Wheelzup Adventures OUTDOOR RECREATION Appalachian National Scenic Trail 21843 National Pike, 301-791-4767 www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ pages/at.aspx A 40-mile route along the backbone of South Mountain, a north-south ridge that extends from Pennsylvania to the Potomac River. e 104 Washington St, 240-580-1070 www.gilchristgallery.com The Gilchrist Gallery and Museum emphasizes local history, features artists and hosts events. d 101 N Johnson St, 301-759-4990 www.cumberlandtheatre.com The Cumberland Theatre is Western Maryland’s only regional professional theater. It stages a wide variety of musicals, plays and dramas. d $ C. William Gilchrist Museum of the Arts EVENT FACILITIES Cumberland Country Club 10200 Country Club Rd NE, 301-722-8080 www.cumberlandcc.com Private country club with an 18-hole golf course, putting green and driving range. The club also offers events service for members and the public. d Wheelzup at Canal Place Cumberland Theatre KEY TO SYMBOLS d = Accessible e = Pet Friendly $ = Admission 92 DESTINATION MARYLAND
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