The Beach to Bay Heritage Area (BBHA) is one of thirteen state-certified heritage areas which aims to to preserve, protect and promote the cultural, natural and historical heritage of Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties.
Our heritage area is packed full of heritage places to visit and explore. Countless historical sites and markers help tell our history here. On top of that we have several other attractions that contribute to our Shore culture. Restaurants, Farmers Markets, and Distilleries help define Shore life and are popular ways to savor our cuisine.
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The self-guided 200-mile route offers a wondrous journey through historic towns, scenic waterfronts, and vibrant coastal communities on the Cape to Cape Scenic Driving Tour–an ideal getaway to explore the best of the East Coast. The 200-mile route offers a perfect blend of history, nature, seafood, and recreation–from Cape May, New Jersey, to Cape Henlopen, Delaware, through Maryland’s coast to Cape Charles and Cape Henry, Virginia.
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Located on 101 N. Division Street is a marker dedicated to the three African Americans lynched in Salisbury between 1898 and 1931. Two of these people are named: 18 year old Garfield King in 1898 and 23 year old Matthew Williams in 1931. The third victim was an unidentified Black man who’s body was found on the outskirts of Salisbury
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This train station, built in 1900, was once part of the Baltimore, Chesapeake, & Atlantic Railroad, which had bought the Wicomico & Pocomoke Railroad Company in 1894. Originally running from Salisbury to Berlin, the Wicomico & Pocomoke Line charter was first granted in 1848 and was completed in 1868. In 1874 the line was extended south to Snow Hill. This
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Recently opened in 2016, this distillery has been making a name for itself in the liquor business. It is know for distilling spiced rums and vodka and has received over 40 awards, including Maryland Run Distillery of the year. Visitors of the distillery are able to tour it’s 12,00 square feet of building. At the end of the tour guests
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February 16, 2026, 2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Date, Time, Location: Mondays | 2pm – 4pm Art League of Ocean City | 502 94th Street, Ocean City, MD Event Details: Register at https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes Adult Pottery with Robbie Johnson Mondays 2pm – 4pm Cost: $65.00 member, $78.00 future member Students with all levels of experience are welcome to join this pottery class. Beginners will learn the basics and continuing
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February 17, 2026, 4:30 pm
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5:30 pm
Date, Time, Location: Tuesday, February 17th | 4:30pm – 5:30pm Pocomoke Library | 401 5th St, Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Event Details: Travel back to the 1700’s and we learn about colonial-era toys and games, then try them out for yourself in this hands-on program full of old-fashioned fun. Intended for ages 6-11. Learn more.
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February 18, 2026, 10:00 am
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6:00 pm
Date, Time, Location: Wednesdays, | 5pm – 6pm Art League of Ocean City | 502 94th Street, Ocean City, MD Event Details: Register at https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes Pottery with Sarah Halcott 5:00 – 6:00 Cost: $35.00 members, $42.00 future members Sarah will walk the class through how to throw on the wheel step by step. If you prefer to hand build your
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The Purposes of the Society: To preserve and enhance the history and culture of the village of Allen and its environs. To provide educational opportunities for residents and non-residents regarding life in the village of Allen across the centuries. Read more
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Capital of the Eastern Shore Map of Salisbury Read More
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As leaders, grant makers, and stewards of philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore connects people who care to causes that matter for the common good of the Lower Eastern Shore. We are a 501c3 nonprofit with an inspiring history of fostering charitable endeavors, and have provided $84 million in grants and scholarships to the local community since 1984.
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