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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Through a 1742 General Assembly act, Somerset County was split to form Worcester County. During the same time period the General Assembly created a special commission to build a new courthouse in each county. Somerset County’s courthouse was to be located in Princess Anne and Worcester County’s courthouse was to be located in Snow Hill.1 The first Snow Hill courthouse
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Located on campus in Fulton Hall Room 109, this gallery is dedicated to bringing important national and international artists’ work to campus. The gallery also features our regular faculty and student exhibitions.
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Location: 148 Market Street, Pocomoke City, MD, United States, Maryland  Contact Information: Phone Number: 443-437-0110 Email: cyprroots@gmail.com Hours of Operation: Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 1pm – 9pm Friday – Saturday: 11am – 11pm Tuesday, Wednesday: Closed About: Cypress Roots Brewing Company is Pocomoke City’s first brewery and they are excited to be part of the existing community. With their craft beer,
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July 24, 2026
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July 26, 2026
Date, Time, Location: July 24 – 26 Somerset County Civic Center, 11828 Crisfield Lane, Princess Anne, MD, United States, 21853 Details: The Somerset County Fair is celebrating 250 Years of America for this year’s fair. Come out for a old-fashioned county fair with a patriotic twist. For more information email Melissa at fundraisingscf@gmail.com.
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July 24, 2026, 5:00 pm
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Date, Time, Location: Friday nights | 5pm – 8pm Oliver T. Beauchamp American Legion Post 94 30782 West Post Office Rd Princess Anne, MD Event Details; Join Oliver T. Beauchamp American Legion Post 94 for their Steamed Shrimp Night! Every Friday 5 to 8pm.
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July 25, 2026, 8:00 am
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Date, Time, Location: Saturdays | 9am – 12pm White Horse Park 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD Event Details: The Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market partners with farmers, merchants, artisans and community partners to bring a curated marketplace at White Horse Park each Saturday from 9:00am – 12:00pm. Come shop and stay for the fun!
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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. Â 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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