Eastern Shore Henry Highland Garnet Escape Site Chestertown Furniture Center 6612 Church Hill Rd, 410-778-5777 www.chestertownfurniture.com Family-owned and multi-generational operated for more than 50 years furniture store. d Somerset County Arts Council 1100 W Main St, 410-968-2787 www.socoarts.org The Somerset County Arts Council is here to nurture, aid, encourage, advise and coordinate activities to promote and integrate the arts in Somerset County. d Henry Highland Garnet was born enslaved here on the “Darby” plantation. He later became an abolitionist and preacher. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site. Experience Smith Island TOUR SERVICES Historical Society of Kent County Coco’s Pet Center 301 High St, 410-778-3499 www.kentcountyhistory.org The Historical Society gathers, preserves and shares the history of Kent County in our museum and research library. d e J. M. Queen 335 High St Unit B, 443-282-0013 www.cocospetcenter.com Located in the downtown historic district of beautiful Chestertown, Coco’s Pet Center is dedicated to providing unique, handmade and fun pet supplies. d e 715 Broadway Ave, 410-657-2705 www.experiencesmithisland.com Experience Smith Island’s traditions, culture and scenery on guided tours led by locals aboard a classic Chesapeake Bay deadrise workboat. $ Crab and Cruise ATTRACTIONS Dames Quarter Deal Island Wildlife Management Area 100 N Cross St, 443-239-5133 www.jmqueencommunity.com African-American history and heritage guided walking tour located in historic Chestertown provides a look into Chestertown’s rich African-American history. d $ e Ingrid’s Bakery 207 S Cross St Suite 102, 443-282-0061 www.figgsordinary.com Gluten and refined sugar-free bakery and coffee shop. d e 504 Maryland Ave, 410-968-3167 www.crabandcruise.com We hold events each summer for a two-hour-long feast and two-and-a-half-hour-long cruise afterwards. Pre purchase online tickets only at www.crabandcruise.com. d $ OUTDOOR RECREATION The Taphouse at Crab Place Sumner Hall Riverside Unique 206 S Queen St, 443-282-0023 www.sumnerhall.org Sumner Hall, one of two Black GAR posts still standing in the U.S., is a museum and community organization listed on the National Register of Historic Places. d 227 High St, 410-778-2073 www.riversideunique.com We are a gift shop that does laser engraving, sublimation printing, signs, banners, business printing and we are also the only trophy and award shop in the area. d e 504 Maryland Ave, 410-968-3167 www.facebook.com/taphouse. crabplace Join us for some craft brews on the weekend. Only open Friday and Saturday hours are listed on our Facebook page. d Riley Robert Rd, 410-543-8223 dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/pages/ publiclands/eastern/dealisland.aspx Expansive tidal marsh and open water make for great waterfowl viewing. Trails offer hunting, hiking, birding and nature photography. Delmar Maryland’s Wicomico County 8480 Ocean Hwy, 410-548-4914, 1-800-332-TOUR www.wicomicotourism.org Escape without giving up a thing. This Lower Eastern Shore destination is an ideal place for relaxation and exploration. d CITY/COUNTY TOURISM OFFICE Chester River Packet Company 327 Cannon St (mail only), 410-635-0321 www.chesterriverpacketco.com Based in historic Chestertown (on Maryland’s Eastern Shore), the River Packet , a 65-ft. classic yacht, offers public and private cruises on the Chester River. $ e OUTDOOR RECREATION Sarah Paige Studio Salon 312 Cannon St Suite 3, 443-282-0092 www.sarahpaigesalon.com Full-service beauty salon. We offer hair services, pedicures (inside and outside on our cottage porch) manicures, facials, makeup and waxing. d Crisfield Heritage Foundation/ JM Tawes Historical Museum HISTORY & HERITAGE The Sooty Dog 3 Ninth St, P.O. Box 253, 410-968-2501 www.crisfieldheritage.org The nonprofit that operates the J.Millard Tawes Historical Museum and the original Ward Brothers Decoy Carving Workshop in Crisfield. Free admission. d e Denton Fiber Arts Center of the Eastern Shore ARTS & CULTURE Chestertown Marina 207 S Water St, Unit A, 410-778-3616 www.chestertownmarina.com A 60-slip municipal marina located on the Chester River in the heart of Chestertown’s waterfront. Transient yacht dockage and boat ramp. d $ e 6292 Quaker Neck Landing Rd, 410-708-4342 www.thesootydog.com The Sooty Dog is a delightful pet treat business that sets up shop at the local farmers markets (Chestertown Farmers Market and Kent Island Farmers Market). J. M. Tawes Historical Museum 3 Ninth St, 410-968-2501 www.crisfieldheritage.org The Tawes Museum showcases the heritage of the Crisfield area with exhibits on crabbing, oystering, decoys and boats of the Chesapeake. d Welcome Home Chestertown Ward Brothers Workshop 7 N 4th St, 443-448-4611 www.fiberartscenter.com We are a networking facility for fiber artists. We increase access to and education about fiber art. We foster and promote creativity in all areas of fiber art. d e Town of Chestertown 118 N Cross St, 410-778-0500 www.townofchestertown.com Founded in 1706. Historic college town along the banks of the Chester River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Brick sidewalks lined with shops, restaurants and inns. e 107 S Cross St, 443-282-0020 www.welcomehomemarkets.com Welcome Home is a kitchen and home goods store. We’re dedicated to the art of cooking and dining at home. d 3195 Sackertown Rd, 410-968-2501 www.crisfieldheritage.org Discover the inspiration and genius of the two brothers whose decoy carvings transformed pragmatic realism into expressive realization. d Caroline County Courthouse and Jail HISTORY & HERITAGE Church Creek Buttons Creek: Jane Kane Escape Site HISTORY & HERITAGE Janes Island State Park OUTDOOR RECREATION Worton Creek Marina 23145 Buck Neck Rd, 410-778-3282 www.wortoncreek.com Located just 1.5 miles from the Chesapeake Bay, Worton Creek is a quiet and peaceful retreat that’s just a short cruise from a great day on the Bay. d Kent County Lodging Association 400 High St, 410-778-0416 www.kentcounty.com/lodging RESERVATION SERVICES MD Rte 335 and Little Blackwater River, 410-228-2692 www.harriettubmanbyway.org/ buttons-creek Jane disguised herself in men’s clothing to successfully flee enslavement. A National Park Service Network to Freedom site. 26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr, 410-968-1565 dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ pages/eastern/janesisland.aspx Janes Island offers visitors a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty and bounty of the Chesapeake Bay. d 109 Market St, 410-479-1811 www.harriettubmanbyway.org/ caroline-courthouse Jail for Underground Railroad operatives, enslaved people fleeing bonds. On Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway. National Park Service Network to Freedom site. Denton Steamboat Wharf Somers Cove Marina Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center and State Park Bee Crafty Collectibles SHOPPING 335 High St Suite A, 410-778-0479 www.beecraftycollectibles.com Repurposed furniture, custom-made metal signs and decor, gifts, candles, Fisher’s popcorn, locally made items. d e 4068 Golden Hill Rd, 410-221-2290 dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ pages/eastern/tubman.aspx State Park and Visitor Center. Commemorates life and legacy of legendary abolitionist. A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site. d 715 Broadway, Somers Cove Marina, 410-968-0925, 1-800-967-3474 www.somerscovemarina.com Full-service marina 515 slips, both floating and fixed docks, swimming pool and just too many amenities to list. d $ 10219 River Landing Rd, 410-479-0655 www.harriettubmanbyway.org Where several captured freedom seekers boarded the steamship Kent to return from where they fled. National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site. Richard Potter Home Site Somerset’s Terrapin Run Trail 4053 Hinman Ln, 410-651-4980 www.somersettrailmix.com The first section of three is complete. Walk or bicycle all or just a portion of the 4.5-mile paved trail from Crisfield to Marion. d e 9 N 4th St, 410-479-2730 www.carolinehistory.org Residence where Richard Potter wrote A Narrative of the Experience, Adventures and Escape of Richard Potter . A National Park Service Network to Freedom site. Tuckahoe Neck Meeting House Bespoke Chocolate Conowingo Kayaking Made EZ 207 S Cross St, 443-282-0032 www.bespokechocolate.net Your destination for truffles, fudge, fresh roasted nuts and many more sweet treats. Plus great gifts, special events, custom design and more. d TOUR SERVICES The Bay Gift Vault SHOPPING Chester River Wine & Cheese Co. 117 S. Cross St, 443-282-0220 www.chesterrivergourmet.com Chester River Wine & Cheese is a gourmet specialty market, specializing in cut-to-order cheese and charcuterie; international specialty foods and wine. d 205 Pleasant Grove Rd, 443-731-1100 www.kayakingmadeez.com Guided kayak tours on the Susquehanna River and Chesapeake Bay. We provide all equipment and will take you to the best locations. We are ACA instructor, insured. $ 952 W Main St, 917-575-0467 Discover coastal gifts, local art, and Eastern Shore charm at Somerset County’s Chesapeake-inspired gift store. Meeting House Rd, 410-479-2055 www.harriettubmanbyway.org/ tuckahoe-neck-meeting-house Built in 1803, was one of five Quaker meeting houses in Caroline County whose members sustained a local Underground Railroad network. Southern Connection Seafood 4884 Crisfield Hwy, 410-968-3367 Wholesale and retail seafood company. e Crisfield Corbin Studio & Gallery The Weathered Porch ARTS & CULTURE 4 E Main St, 443-397-8707 www.crisfieldarts.org Art Gallery and artist co-op run by the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District. d 1003 W Main St, 410-251-2126 Antiques, art, coastal, fragrances, furniture, souvenirs, jewelry and more. d e VISITMARYLAND.ORG 115
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