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 just off of Route 50 in Salisbury Maryland, Houston Cemetery is a historically Black cemetery established in part and named after the Houston family. Solomon Houston (some times spelled Huston) in particular was a significant figure on Delmarva. His father, Levin Houston, was one of the five founding freemen of the John Wesley Methodist Episcopal Church (now referred to
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Wright’s Market in Mardela Springs offers a fresh assortment of fruits and vegetables like: Asparagus, Sweet Corn, String Beans, Potatoes, Strawberries, Blueberries , Blackberries, Apples, Grapes, and more. They also offer other products such as crab cakes, dinner rolls, honey, ice cream, and much more thanks to their bakery! Wright’s Market also hosts seasonal events both in person and online.
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M&C Vessey Farm has been a family owned and operated orchard since 1930. They offer a variety of fresh, seasonal produce during their summer hours and in the fall they press our own fresh, unpasteurized apple cider. Stop by and pick up some fresh produce for your kitchen! SUMMER HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8am-6pm Saturday: 8am-5pm Sunday: 8am-12pm
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September 5, 2026, 10:00 am
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Date, Time, Location: First Saturday of the Month | 10am – 2pm Coops to Co-Ops 31140 Peggy Neck Rd, Princess Anne MD Event Details: A delightful country setting inside a refurbished chicken coop! Coops to Co-ops is a vendor and artisans market that operates the first Saturday of the Month. Check their Facebook page for updates.
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Date, Time, Location: Select Saturdays | 10:00am – 2:00pm Ward Brothers Workshop | 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield Details: For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving. Also be
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Date, Time, Location: Sunday, August 31st – Monday, September 1st Ralph Abbott Road, Deal Island Historic District Event Details: Skipjack racing on the Chesapeake Bay dates back to as early as 1872, when watermen held “shakedown sails” to test their boats before the oyster season—often turning into friendly but competitive, and sometimes wager-based, contests. The first official Skipjack Sailing Workboat
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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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