History
Historic St. Mary's City
Historic St. Mary's City, the site of the fourth
permanent settlement in British North America, Maryland's first
capital, and the birthplace of religious toleration, invites you
to explore the lifeways of Maryland's first citizens.
Historic St. Mary's City is an exciting mix of
colorful living history and fascinating archaeology, all set in
a beautiful tidewater landscape. Lord Baltimore's 17th-century
capital stands ready to be rediscovered.
Sotterley Plantation
Older than Mount Vernon, older than Monticello,
older than the nation itself, Sotterley Plantation stands
majestically on the banks of the Patuxent River. It is the only
remaining Tidewater Plantation in Maryland that is open to the
public with a full range of visitor activities and educational
programs. Sotterley's significant architecture features the
early 18th-century Manor House, a rare slave cabin, and a full
array of outbuildings set amidst seventy acres of rolling
fields, gardens and riverfront.
St. Clement's Island
Otherwise known as the “birthplace of Maryland”;
Maryland’s first colonists arrived on this site in 1634.
Currently, it is the site of the Potomac River Museum which is a
distinct destination interpreting the arrival of the concepts of
religious toleration and separation of church and state.
Recreation
Point Lookout State Park
Recreational opportunities abound on this
picturesque peninsula formed by the Chesapeake Bay and the
Potomac River. Swimming, fishing, boating and camping are just a
few of the activities to be enjoyed in this beautiful bay
setting.
Recreational opportunities abound on this
picturesque peninsula formed by the Chesapeake Bay and the
Potomac River. Swimming, fishing, boating and camping are just a
few of the activities to be enjoyed in this beautiful bay
setting.
Holly Point Equestrian Center
A full service equestrian facility with over 80
miles of trails and a huge indoor ring. They welcome all
disciplines and experience levels.
Patuxent Naval Air Station Museum
An historical museum detailing the history of
both Naval aviation and the facility at PAX NAS including the
history of Apollo astronaut training. Also includes interactive
flight simulators.
Shopping and
Marketplaces
Cecil's Old Mill Historic District
The Maryland Antique Center
Charlotte Hall Farmer's Market and Auction - Wednesday and
Saturday.
Year round.North St. Mary's Farmer's Market - Monday-
Saturday. Seasonally
