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CHESTERTOWN
(Eastern Shore)
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Maritime Activities
Chestertown's coastline varies from historic waterfront towns dotted with marinas of all sizes to stretches of low, rolling farmlands broken only by the tidewater tributaries of the Chesapeake. This land, where fresh and salt water meet, is terrific for fishing and boating enthusiasts, cyclists, birders and nature lovers.
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Architecture
The Chester River curls past grand homes of wealthy merchants from the 18th and 19th centuries. Among the town's finest historic buildings are the Hynson-Ringgold House, renowned for its unusual antler staircase and hip roof, and Wide Hall, a masterpiece of Georgian architecture built in 1769 by Thomas Smyth, Kent County's most prosperous merchant and an illustrious Revolutionary War figure. An old Customs House dating from the 1740s stands beside the public dock at the foot of High Street. Its detailed Flemish Bond brickwork is commonplace in many old town residences.
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Candlelight Walking Tour
The popular Candlelight Walking Tour, sponsored each September by the Kent County Historical Society, offers a leisurely peek into many spectacular homes. Historic house tours are also featured in October and December; most garden tours are sponsored in spring and summer.
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Shopping
Antiques and local stores.
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Chestertown Tea Party
The Chesterton Tea Party is reenacted each Memorial Day weekend. This festival celebrates events of May 23, 1774, when, on the heels of the news that the Port of Boston had been closed by the British, local residents boarded the Brigantine Geddes, which had dropped anchor in the Chester, and angrily consigned its shipment of tea to the depths of the River.
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DEEP CREEK LAKE
(Western)
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Deep Creek Lake
Fishing, swimming, kayaking, boating, swimming and water sports are just a few of the activities waiting for you in the Deep Creek Lake area.
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KEEDYSVILLE
(Western)
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Antietam National Battlefield
Relive history by taking a scenic stroll through the Antietam National Battlefield.
This Civil War site marks the end of General Robert E. Lee’s first invasion
of the North in September 1862.
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The Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a 2,167-mile (3,488 km) footpath along
the ridge crests and across the major valleys of the Appalachian Mountains.
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The City of Harpers Ferry
Throughout its history, Harpers Ferry has been the backdrop for remarkable
and unparalleled events. Harpers Ferry is a great way to spend a day while staying
at Antietam Overlook Farm.
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Charles Town Racing & Slots
Come to West Virginia and discover a whole new way to play. Charles Town Races
& Slots is full of new adventure and excitement for slot players and horse
racing fans alike.
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OXFORD
(Eastern Shore)
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Talbot County
Talbot County offers just about any activity you are interested in: biking, sailing, shopping, antiquing, fishing, museums, kayaking, evening entertainment, golf and much, much more.
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TANEYTOWN
(Capital)
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Gettysburg National Military Park
Located in Gettysburg, PA
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The Eisenhower Home
Located In Gettysburg, PA
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Monocacy National Battlefield
Located In Frederick, MD
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Antietam National Battlefield
Located in Sharpsburg, MD
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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Located In Harpers Ferry, WV
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Charlestown Races & Casino
Located In Charlestown, WV
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Wine Country
Visit one of six wineries in the area for a tour and tasting.
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