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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Thought to have been built in 1866, the Calvary M.E. Church (also referred to as Bishop Methodist Church) is a small church located in what remains of the Glass Hill community. Once the heart of the community, the church remains a symbol of Glass Hill and the African American community built around it. The old Glass Hill School, first built
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Isaiah Fassett was born into slavery in 1844. When he was 19, his owner Sarah Bruff received $300 from the U.S. Army to release him from bondage so he could enlist in Company, D, 9th United States Colored Troops. The regiment served in several battles in Virginia and was one of the first to occupy Richmond at the end of
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The Costen House was built by Pocomoke City’s first mayor, Dr. Isaac Costen, in the 1870s when he came to live in Pocomoke (at the time Newton) after the American Civil War. In the late 20th century, when the Costen House was set to be demolished, a museum was funded by the Spirit of Newtown Committee and the house was
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November 6, 2026, 10:00 am
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6:00 pm
Date, Time, Location: Friday, Nov. 6, 3:00 – 5:00 pm Friday, Nov. 20, 2:30 – 4:30 pm Friday, Dec. 11, 2:30 – 4:30 pm West Ocean City Boat Ramp, Sunset Avenue (There is no specific street address for the boat ramp, so please use these GPS coordinates: 38.3275, -75.10681.) Event Details: You won’t believe the variety of birds that
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November 6, 2026, 5:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Date, Time, Location: November 6th | 5-8pm Downtown Snow Hill Event Details: November First Friday – featuring DJ Kay, Vendors, Cash Bar, Businesses open Late and our famous Pie Eating Contest (Sponsored by DelVecchios Bakery) and Pie Walk. NEW THIS YEAR – a special appearance by the Snow Hill Eagles Marching Band! Want to compete for glory in the Pie
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November 6, 2026, 5:00 pm
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8:00 pm
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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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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