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Escape to 16 Official Travel Guide of Talbot County, Maryland NAL SENSATIOO VISIT T REASONSYEAR T H IS What to Do • Where to Eat and Shop How to Get Out on the Water TourTalbot.org I N N AT P E R R Y C A B I N B Y B E L M O N D THE PERFECT GETAWAY ALONG THE EASTERN SHORE STEEPED IN HISTORY AND STYLE, THIS COLONIAL MANSION IS THE PERFECT RURAL RETREAT. WHILE JUST A PLEASANT DRIVE FROM WASHINGTON, D.C. AND LESS THAN TWO HOURS FROM BALTIMORE AND PHILADELPHIA, IT COULD BE A WORLD AWAY. RELAXATION IS THE ORDER OF THE DAY: LOUNGE IN THE FABULOUS LINDEN SPA, FLOAT IN THE INFINITY POOL OR SAVOR SEAFOOD IN STARS RESTAURANT. STROLL INTO ST. MICHAELS TO DISCOVER INTRIGUING ANTIQUES SHOPS—OR SET OUT TO SEA ON ONE OF OUR ALERION YACHTS. 3 0 8 Wa t k i n s L a n e | St. Michaels, MD 21663 | 866.259.9476 HOTEL | TRAINS | RIVER CRUISERS | BELMOND.COM Belmond ST.M Talbot_advert2.ah.indd 1 18/02/2016 09:03 T H E A TRE More than 250 performances a year See what’s playing while you’re in town. Talbot County Office of Tourism 11 South Harrison Street Easton, Maryland 21601 410-770-8000, fax 410-770-8057 TourTalbot.org Talbot County Council Dirck K. Bartlett Chuck F. Callahan Corey W. Pack Laura E. Price Jennifer L. Williams County Manager R. Andrew Hollis Director of Tourism Cassandra M. Vanhooser Administrative Assistant Candace L. Harris Assistant Tourism Coordinator Peggy W. Morey Contributing Writers Mark D. Mobley, Amy E. Moeller Production by: Mike WWW.AVALONFOUNDATION.ORG Lead Photographer Mark Sandlin 410-822-7299 Cartographer Mark Cohoon 40 E. Dover St. Easton, Md. 21601 subscribe to Avalon Theatre/Events on Facebook produced and published by Talbot Historical Society Museums and Gardens Chesapeake Bay M E D I A MEDIA Please note: Ad proofs are sent in low resolution to expedite transmission Please proof carefully, sign and return today. 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Every effort has been made to make this publication as accurate as possible. The Talbot County Office of Tourism assumes no responsibility for errors, changes, or omissions, if any, contained herein. return proof to:____________________________ #:__________________________ Mary Jenkins House, 30 FAX S. Washington Street Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Galleries of Neall House, 29 S. Washington Street Saturdays Only, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Open April-December in Downtown Easton 2 Talbot County Travel Guide 4/6/16 2:31 PM 2016 Talbot County Travel Guide © 2016. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org contents FEATURES 4 Sweet 16! Dig out your bucket list and let’s add to it! Whether you’re heading to Talbot County for the day, spending a week, or just passing through, here are 16 things you should do, see and taste this year. 10 Chesapeake Bay Seafood Guide Foodie questions are among the most asked in these parts. To help you make the most of your meals, we’ve answered a few of the most popular. 14 Small Town U.S.A. Easton, Oxford, St. Michaels, Tilghman Island and Trappe are our main destinations, each with unique features that make Talbot County a hub for the arts, history, maritime heritage, eating and shopping. DEPARTMENTS DIRECTORIES 20 46 24 26 30 Calendar of Events Getting Here TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Hotels, Inns & B&Bs Arts & Culture Outdoor Recreation 34 38 48 Restaurants Shopping Transportation Talbot County Travel Guide 3 16! Sweet 16 Sensational Things to Do in Talbot County This Year 1 Walk the Hill The Hill Community Project has uncovered one of the most intriguing storylines to emerge from Talbot County in recent memory. Researchers have sifted through genealogical material, land records and even the ground itself to discover that The Hill Community in Easton is one of the nation’s oldest free African American communities still in existence today. Many modern-day residents are direct descendants of the original inhabitants. Archaeologists from the University of Maryland and students from Morgan State University will dig again this summer from June 20 to July 8—and they want you! To get your hands dirty and help uncover history, email thjenk@umd.edu. An Archaeology on the Hill self-guided walking tour is also available online at www.TourTalbot.org and the Visitor Center at 11 S. Harrison Street in Easton. Guided walking tours can be scheduled by emailing dale.green@morgan.edu. 4 Talbot County Travel Guide 2 CATCH A STARR This spring, a collection of original paintings returns to the area that inspired them, in Ruth Starr Rose, Revelations of African American Life in Maryland and the World, an exhibition at the Waterfowl Building in Easton. A white woman who graduated from Vassar and studied at the New York Art Students League before returning to the Shore, Rose created paintings of African American life in the Copperville and Unionville communities through the first half of the 20th century. Her works include scenes of Eastern Shore life and labor, visual depictions of Negro spirituals, and images of military heroes. The show is free and open to the public April 30 through June 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. When it leaves Easton, the show will begin a world tour that runs through 2020 and includes destinations such as Paris. In case you miss this roving exhibition, Rose is also celebrated at the Talbot Historical Society Museum at 30 S. Washington St. in Easton along with other Talbot County notables (www.hstc.org). 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org 3 paint talbot Artists flock to Talbot County, where inspiration abounds and the settings are serene. It’s a hidden gem with world-class paintings, sculpture and more. Each year, the town of Oxford hosts a juried fine arts show & sale in their Community Center; this year’s event takes place May 21-22 (www.oxfordcc.org). Over in St. Michaels, where art galleries are around every corner, the St. Michaels Art League (www.smartleague.org) hosts events each month to support and highlight their creative community—including the annual Labor Day Art Show. And Easton might be the leader of the pack, the cultural epicenter, with large-scale arts events throughout the year. The internationally acclaimed Plein Air Easton Competition and Art Festival (www.pleinaireaston.com) is the largest and most prestigious juried outdoor painting competition in the country. From July 9-17, the festival will host 58 juried artists from across the country—and almost 200 more for the “quick draw” competition. Thousands more visitors will come for lectures, workshops, exhibitions and other events throughout Talbot County before the festival’s exhibition and sale. TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 4 Muster at the Museum There are museums in Talbot County for just about every interest. Perhaps the area’s biggest—and a nationally renowned one at that—is the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (www.cbmm.org), where visitors explore maritime history and culture. Stay for the day and enjoy a picnic lunch at the water’s edge on the CBMM campus; stroll the grounds and take a peek at the working boatyard to see the Museum’s latest restoration project. The Academy Art Museum in Easton (www.academyartmuseum.org) enhances the cultural life on the Eastern Shore through its expanding collection, everchanging exhibitions and an expansive class schedule. The building at 106 South St. is a historic landmark and houses exhibition space, a performing arts auditorium, an outdoor sculpture garden and studios for everything from dance to digital design. All of Talbot County’s smaller museums are open the first Saturday of the month from May through November in addition to their regular hours. Talbot County Travel Guide 5 5 Tune In for Live Music There’s no shortage of arts and culture in Talbot County, which is home to an engaging live music scene. The Historic Avalon Theatre in Easton, including its 60-seat Stoltz Listening Room, plays host to an everchanging lineup of top talent as well as a series of summer street concerts (www.avalonfoundation.org). The 31st Annual Chamber Music Festival brings classical music to venues all around Easton, June 5-19. And for world-class jazz, check out the annual Monty Alexander Jazz Festival (www.chesapeakemusic.org) Sept. 2-4 at the Avalon Theatre. In St. Michaels, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (www.cbmm.org) hosts live music at many of its festivals throughout the year, and the town of Oxford offers live performances in the park on the second Sunday of the month throughout the summer (www.portofoxford.com). 6 FIND A FARMER From summer squash to sweet corn, our Farmer’s Markets in Easton and St. Michaels are full of great finds—the one in Easton was named Best Farmer’s Market by What’s Up? Eastern Shore magazine! If you want to visit a local farmer straight at the source, check out the produce (and the pumpkin patch, if it’s in season) at Councell Farms (www. councellfarms.com) just north of Easton on 7 Ride a Historic Skipjack The sloop-rigged skipjack Rebecca T. Ruark turns 130 years old in 2016. Built in Taylor’s Island, Maryland, in 1886, she’s the oldest skipjack in the Chesapeake Fleet, and was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 2003. Visitors can catch a ride on the Rebecca at her homeport in Tilghman Island’s Dogwood Harbor. Captain Wade Murphy Jr. is an American original who’ll give you a tour you won’t forget (410-829-3976). Looking for more? The Hilda Willing, also on 6 Talbot County Travel Guide Route 50. To pick your own strawberries and pumpkins, head to Family Affair Farm (www.familyaffairfarm.wix.com) in the spring or fall. For a creamy-delicious treat, check out the raw milk and pasteurized cheeses, farm fresh yogurts, and more at Chapel’s Country Creamery (www.chapelscreamery.com). Swing by the Wye Grist Mill (www.oldwyemill.org) in the unincorporated community of Wye Mills for freshly ground corn meal or grits. Tilghman Island, offers two-hour tours by appointment (410-924-9975). The authentic working skipjack H.M. Krentz, first launched in 1955, picks up passengers daily in St. Michaels for tours of the Miles River or can be chartered for picnics and cocktail cruises (oystercatcher.com). This summer, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is hosting a series of model skipjack races—and if the timing is right, they may just have a historic skipjack under restoration in their working boatyard. (www.cbmm.org) 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org 8 Rally with the Watermen Waterman’s Appreciation Day is one of the biggest celebrations on the Shore, and this year’s promises to be one of the best yet. Adding to the list of regularly scheduled events, including the docking contest and live music, is a buy boat reunion. Historically, watermen fished so far off the coast that it wasn’t efficient for them to deliver the day’s catch themselves. So-called buy boats would play the middlemen, buying the seafood from the watermen’s boats and delivering it to the shore. Buy boats are out of commission now, but are still historic treasures of the Bay. This year, they’ll reunite in Talbot County, and visitors can tour them and even take a ride. The reunion (Aug. 11-14) coincides with Waterman’s Appreciation Day (Aug. 14). If you can’t make it to the festival, don’t fret: You can catch a ride on the Winnie Estelle from the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum anytime (www.cbmm.org). 9 10 Bottoms Up Talbot County offers the batch rum and whiskey. In Cordova, Triple perfect trifecta of tipple Creek Winery (www.triplecreekwinery.com) tasting: beer, wine and offers a scenic space and another spirits. St. Michaels is home to the assortment of wines. Each year, visitors St. Michaels Winery (www.st-michaels- get the chance to sample wines from all winery.com)—their delicious chocolate across the region during the WineFest at zinfandel is not to be missed—and just St. Michaels (www.winefestatstmichaels.com). down the street is Eastern Shore The three-day street festival in April is one Brewing Co. (www.easternshorebrewing. of the highlights of spring and includes com), with its distinctive craft beers, rare and reserve tastings, the opportunity and the Lyon Distilling Company to meet winemakers, VIP experiences, (lyondistilling.com), whipping up small- parties, philanthropy and more. TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 GET OUT ON THE WATER If the Winnie Estelle or the working skipjacks don’t strike your fancy, there are plenty of other ways to get on the water in Talbot County. The Patriot is a two-level, 149-passenger replica of an early 1930s steam ferry. Cruise along the Miles River with all the creature comforts of a modern vessel (www.patriotcruises.com). If you prefer to sail, The Selina II in St. Michaels offers intimate sunset Champagne cruises (www.sailselina.com), and down the road, The Lady Patty offers classic yacht charters from Tilghman Island (www.ladypatty.com). Or board the M/V Sharps Island, also on Tilghman Island, to tour the lighthouses of the Chesapeake Bay (www.chesapeake lights.com). The Oxford Bellevue Ferry (www.oxfordbellevueferry.com), America’s oldest privately owned ferry route in operation since 1683, transports passengers, cars and even bikes across the Tred Avon River. Talbot County Travel Guide 7 11 Pound the Pavement There may be no better places to strap on your running shoes than our small towns—and we aren’t the only ones who think so. More than 2,500 runners come out each year to enjoy the scenic, flat trails of the St. Michaels Running Festival (www. runstm.com). Iron Man competitors even come here to train—the terrain is consistent, and the views can’t be beat. Prefer to run alone? There’s plenty of time and space for that, too. Follow our bike map—we’ll get to those in a minute—or, for something with a little more spunk, check out TriCycle & Run’s monthly 5k in St. Michaels; see www.tricycleandrun.com for fun you don’t want to miss. 12 Bike the Trails If bicycling is more your speed, we’ve got you covered. We’ve outlined hundreds of miles of paths all around the county—and everything else you could need to know—in our Talbot County Bike Trails brochure (www. tourtalbot.org/resources/maps-brochures). Bikers come out in droves for the annual Chesapeake Bay Tour de Cure 13 (www.diabetes.org/chesapeaketourdecure) in May. And each year, our local riverkeepers host the Ride for Clean Rivers, (www.rideforcleanrivers. org), formerly the Tour de Talbot, which starts in Wye Mills on Sept. 18. If you’re feeling spontaneous, hit the streets from wherever you are and make your own way. The open roads and scenic paths are calling. Paddle Around If you prefer person- has partnered with Talbot County Parks powered watercraft, there and Recreation and Maryland Dept. of are many kayak and Natural Resources to create water trails stand-up paddleboard rental shops maps for both Tilghman Island and around Talbot County and, with more St. Michaels, with directions for easy than 600 miles of shoreline, plenty of launching spots. Check out the maps and waterways to explore. The Office of Tourism brochures at www.tourtalbot.org/resources. 8 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org 14 Add Some Sizzle Talbot County is known for its extensive menus of generations-old family seafood recipes and ingredients brought forth from the Chesapeake Bay. But recently in Talbot County we’ve seen a new culinary phenomenon: killer barbecue. In Easton, check out chef Andrew Evans’ award-winning pickin’s at 15 The BBQ Joint (www.andrewevans bbqjoint.com), or grab some brisket at Hot Off the Coals (www.hotoffthecoals.com). In St. Michaels, cruise down Talbot Street toward Shore Barbecue & Seafood Company (www.shorebbq.com). And in Trappe, check out the newest addition to the barbecue battalion at Talbot Smokehouse (www.talbotsmokehouse.com). Shop ‘Til You Drop Don’t let our small town vibe fool you—for those who seek it, there’s plenty of style all around Talbot County. From one-of-a-kind boutiques to lavish jewelry stores, even the most discerning fashionista can get lost in our stylish shops. But fashion is just one tiny part of shopping here—you’ll find plenty for the well-dressed home, too. Home furnishings and antiques stores abound! Stroll through any one of our Main Streets and discover that perfect piece just waiting to brighten your home. SPOTTalbot 16 Celebrate the Season There’s no place like Talbot County during the holiday season, with each town boasting its own parades, festivals and traditions galore. The annual Waterfowl Festival, now in its 46th year, kicks off the holiday season the second weekend in November (www.waterfowlfestival.org), and the fun continues right through the New Year. From Tilghman Island’s famous lighting of the Great Crab Pot Tree to St. Michaels Midnight Madness where local shops stay open until midnight for holiday shoppers, Talbot County towns know how to celebrate. The party continues with Easton’s Christmas parade (www.discovereaston.com), Oxford’s Christmas on the Creek (www.portofoxford.com), and Christmas in St. Michaels (www. christmasinstmichaels.org). Talbot County rings in the New Year with a family-friendly First Night Celebration and Crab Drop in Easton (www.easternshore.com/firstnighttalbot). County on the Big Screen Have you ever been on a vacation and thought the scene looked like something out of a movie? In Talbot County, it very well could be! Look for scenes of Talbot County in the movie Jackie, filmed in March 2016 and coming out in 2017, starring Natalie Portman as beloved American icon and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Other movies filmed here include Failure to Launch, Wedding Crashers, Swimmers, First Kiss, Guarding Tess and Clara’s Heart. TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 9 Chesapeake Bay Seafood Guide What to Eat & When to Eat It Foodie questions are among the most asked in these parts. To help you make the most of your meals here, we’ve answered a few of the most popular. 10 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org WHAT’s LOCAL? Here on the Chesapeake Bay, we’re best known for three things: Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, oysters and rockfish (also known as striped bass). You won’t find them fresher anywhere else. The Bay is also home to dozens of other delicious fish including black drum, white perch, croaker and flounder. Our local chefs prepare them in ways ranging from classic to creative—and just plain steaming or frying is always an option. WHAT’s IN SEASON? Blue crabs are in season April through October. They’re most popular by far in the summer months, but many locals swear by the plumped-up crabs of the fall. Rockfish season is much longer, opening in mid-April and lingering through December. For oysters, the old wives’ tale suggests the “R” rule—indulging only in months with an “R,” meaning September, October, November, December, January, February, March and April. The season officially runs October 1 through March 31. What’s that red stuff? That’s Old Bay seasoning, which has been made in Baltimore for more than 75 years by McCormick & Co. Steamed crabs are often covered in Old Bay. This zesty powder can also spice up king crabs, mussels and shrimp. But to answer the common question: No, those particular sea creatures aren’t native to this area. What should we order? Dig into a bushel of crabs steamed and dusted generously with Old Bay, and served with drawn butter or vinegar if you’re feeling adventuresome (the jury is out on whether butter or vinegar is more traditional). Order a dozen raw, freshly shucked oysters on the half shell. You can slurp them straight from the shell or plop them on a cracker and top them with horseradish, cocktail sauce and a squeeze of lemon. Or opt for rockfish cooked up any which way. Local chefs have been incorporating these delectable treats into distinctive dishes for decades. For a little taste of crab, try a vegetable crab soup, a cream of crab soup topped with a little sherry, crab dip (typically including sour cream or cream cheese and served with toast), or crab imperial atop any number of entrees. Crab cakes, broiled or fried, are a local favorite, with nearly every restaurant in town vying for the title of best. (Hint: The true contenders usually feature especially delicious seasoning, plenty of lump meat and little filler.) Oyster preparations include cooked dishes like oysters Rockefeller, and for those feeling especially adventuresome, oyster shooters. These come in a variety of ways, but perhaps the most approachable is a raw oyster slipped into a mini Bloody Mary, or just some beer or vodka with cocktail sauce, and downed like a shot. As for fresh local fish, you really can’t go wrong—just ask your server for details on the chef’s specialty. You won’t be disappointed. TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 11 WHAT’s THE BEST PLACE? 1875 Lodging by the Bay "A place to fall in love again" If you’d prefer to leave the cooking to the pros, we have a gracious plenty when it comes to restaurants. Almost all of ours offer seafood in some capacity. But if it’s specifically seafood you’re seeking, we recommend checking out the restaurants that specialize in it (many have crab or Chesapeake in their name!). If you’re up for preparing a meal yourself, or if you’re looking for a quick order-and-go option, there are plenty of markets that offer carry-out. SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS Awful Arthur’s Seafood Company 402 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410 -745-3 474 www.awfularthursusa.com Chesapeake Landing Seafood Restaurant & Carry-Out 23713 St. Michaels Rd., St. Michaels 410 -745-9 6 0 0 www.chesapeakelanding restaurant.com Harrison’s Chesapeake House and Restaurant 21551 Chesapeake House Dr., Tilghman Island 410 - 886 -2121 www.chesapeakehouse.com Schooner’s on the Creek 314 Tilghman St., Oxford 410 -226 - 016 0 www.schoonersonthecreek.com Sandaway Waterfront Lodging 18 B&B Style Rooms with Porches Member of Select Registry Since 1970 Sandaway.com 1-888-SANDAWAY ❘ 1-888-726-3292 Oxford, MD 21654 12 Talbot County Travel Guide St. Michaels Crab & Steak House 305 Mulberry St., St Michaels 410 -745 -3737 www.stmichaelscrabhouse.com St. Michaels Seafood Bar & Grill 1216 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410 -745- 4 0 0 0 www.stmichaelsseafood.com The Crab Claw Restaurant 304 Burns St., St. Michaels 410 -745-29 0 0 www.thecrabclaw.com The Masthead at Pier Street Marina 104 W. Pier St., Oxford 410 -226 -5171 www.themastheadatpierstreet.com SEAFOOD MARKETS Captain’s Ketch Seafood Market 316 Glebe Rd., Easton 410 - 820 -7177 www.captainsketchseafood.com Chesapeake Landing Seafood Restaurant & Carry-Out 23713 St. Michaels Rd., St. Michaels 410 -745-9 6 0 0 www.chesapeakelanding restaurant.com Crab Shack 9639 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410 - 822-7301 Gay’s Seafood 896 Port St., Easton 410 - 822-5019 Tuckahoe Seafood 12056 Cordova Rd., Cordova 410 - 820 -2131 www.tuckahoeseafoodmd.com 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org Oxford More Than a Ferry Tale Oxford Welcomes you to Dine, Dock, Dream and Discover d or xf O M us eu m life on the Chesapeake more nckley at a time. The Oxford Museum showcases exhibits of Oxford’s rich history of more than 325 years. 410-226-0191 100 S. Morris Street Oxford’s Favoritelooks, Place a Hinckley to Gather! beautiful , The Oxford Community Center provides a yearround schedule of social, cultural, and recreational programs and events. he way but you’re going to love Open , the ease ofTuesday-Sunday handling, and the way we help every410-226-5904 410-226-5303 er get the www.latitude38.org most out of the ownership experience.www.oxfordcc.org Contact Sales Director Jack Erbes at Nichols House or AnnapolisSales@HinckleyYachts.com. Cottage B&B eet, Annapolis, MD | www.HinckleyYachts.com 104 West Pier St., Oxford 410-226-5171 www.mastheadatpierstreet.com Hinkley Yacht Services Since 1928 new Talaria 43 Open 7 days a week! Starting April 7th Robert Morris Inn & Tavern Step back in time and visit the Robert Morris Inn and Tavern, dating from 1710, the oldest Inn in America! Great hospitality and great cuisine. 410-226-5111 www.robertmorrisinn.com Scottish Highland Creamery Unique Bed and Breakfast 410-226-5799 217 South Morris Street, Oxford Md. www.nicholshouseoxford.com scottishhighlandcreamery.com TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Mystery Loves Company Booksellers in Oxford presents gifts for all ages to intrigue, educate, and make them smile. The Freshest Ice Cream You’ll Ever Taste! 410-226-5220 www.oxfordinn.net Oxford: 410-226-5113 Annapolis: 410-349-2183 Oxford Bellevue Ferry Tempt your taste... Relax your soul... Oxford Inn and Pope’s Tavern 314 Tilghman Street 410-924-6298 12/16/2015 9:58:26 A 88 years of exceeding expectations in quality, service, and value. 410-226-0010 201 South Morris Street mysterylovescompany.com 101 East Strand, Oxford, MD & 5536 Bellevue Rd. Royal Oak, MD 410.745.9023 oxfordbellevueferry.com Talbot County Travel Guide 13 Small Town U S A . . . Easton, Oxford, St. Michaels, Tilghman Island and Trappe are our main destinations, each with unique features that make Talbot County a hub for the arts, history, maritime heritage, eating and shopping. Just about 90 minutes from both Baltimore and Washington, Talbot County towns make for the perfect Chesapeake Bay escape—they’re destinations for relaxation and exploration. It’s easy to navigate from one to the next, dining, discovering the local flavor, attending concerts and festivals and admiring the 600 miles of picturesque shoreline. 14 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org Distance from Downtown Easton CORDOVA ST.MICHAELS EASTON OXFORD 10.0 MILES ST. MICHAELS 10.1 MILES TILGHMAN ISLAND 23.8 MILES TRAPPE WYE MILLS TILGHMAN ISLAND 8.6 MILES 8.4 MILES 12.3 MILES OXFORD TRAPPE OXFORD EASTON Located just off of Route 50, Easton is the county seat and our epicenter of culture. Its world-class Academy Art Museum (www.academyartmuseum.org), Historic Avalon Theatre (www.avalonfoundation.org), renowned art galleries, boutiques, fine-dining restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and seasonal events lure visitors from far and wide. Easton welcomes international artists, musicians and tourists with carefully curated and award-winning festivals—there’s no question why it’s been named one of the Top 100 Small Arts Communities in America. TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 The headwaters of the Tred Avon River start as just a trickle outside Easton and lead directly to Oxford, a maritime community with water on three sides. One of the oldest towns in America, it was one of the first ports in the state of Maryland, and boats still sometimes outnumber cars. The Oxford-Bellevue ferry (www.oxfordbellevueferry.com), a fun way for visitors to get out on the water, is the oldest privately owned ferry in the country. Oxford offers the charm of a quaint, historic town with superb restaurants, plenty of room for a stroll—and one of the country’s top handmade ice cream parlors! Talbot County Travel Guide 15 You Say Talbot, I Say... ST. MICHAELS Just 10 miles from Easton on Route 33, St. Michaels sits on the Miles River and prides itself on its maritime heritage. The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (www.cbmm.org) highlights the area’s rich history and offers both educational exhibits and some of the Shore’s most anticipated festivals and events. It’s home to its own brewery (www.easternshorebrewing.com), winery (www.st-michaels-winery.com) and distillery (www.lyondistilling.com). Highly acclaimed restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops, and some of the area’s best shopping will leave you lingering. But its bike trails and easy water access will make you want to wander. TRAPPE Route 50 cuts directly through Trappe, a tiny town on the rise. In addition to a bookstore and quilt shop, notable restaurants give visitors tasty reasons to stop. Trappe’s Bill Burton Fishing Pier (www.tourtalbot.org/ businesses/bill-burton-fishing-pier-state-park) is a draw for local visitors and a welcome respite for travelers every day of the year. Stretch your legs with a walk along the pier, cast a line for an afternoon of fishing, enjoy a picnic lunch or explore the adjacent walking and biking trails along with your pets. 16 Talbot County Travel Guide The correct pronunciation for the county name is TALLbut, likely a reflection of the area’s British roots. Talbot County was named for Lady Grace Talbot, sister of the second Lord Baltimore, Maryland’s first proprietary governor and namesake of the state’s largest city. TILGHMAN ISLAND Past St. Michaels, off the beaten path at the end of a peninsula on the Bay, Tilghman Island is watermen’s country. Probably the most low-key town in the county, it offers local seafood, scenic views and a friendly feel year-round. Tilghman Island is also well known for its Seafood Festival and Tilghman Day (www.tilghmanmd.com). Looking for a little adventure? Rent a kayak and hit the newly designated water trails. Launch sites are easily accessible and the trails can offer a day full of exploration. 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org Experience the Chesapeake Climb the 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse, interact with shipwrights as they restore and maintain the largest collection of Chesapeake Bay watercraft in the world, or attend one our annual festivals celebrating the Bay’s people, culture, and food. Fun and adventure for all ages. #vacationgoals Miles River, St. Michaels, MD | 410-745-2916 | cbmm.org ✔ climb 137 year-old lighthouse ✔ take miles river boat ride ✔ make chesapeake memories Come DISCOVER Easton Historic Small Town Charm • Farm-to-Table Dining Exquisite Art • Unique Shopping TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 discovereaston.com Talbot County Travel Guide 17 l Allen Tilghman Island Chesapeake LIGHTS Island Marina & Rent als hman Tilg 410 -8 8 6 -2 50 0 T il g h m a n M a r in a .c EXTRAORDINARY LIGHTHOUSE TOURS BY BOAT www.chesapeakelights.com info@chesapeakelights.com 800-690-5080 The Lazyjack Inn om on Dogwood Harbor Celebrating Our 25th Year www.lazyjackinn.com stay@lazyjackinn.com 800-690-5080 Renting boats, kayaks, SUPs, jet-skis, fish/crab gear & bikes. Captain’s Watch VACATION COT TAGE Experience the Chesapeake with us! 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Breakfast Restaurant Rm Svc. Outdoor Pool Indoor Pool Fitness Center WiFi Meeting Room Name # of Rooms acco m m o dat i o n s Misc. BOZMAN Grandview Cottages at Pleasure Point 6601 Bozman-Neavitt Rd., Bozman, MD 21612 717-396-9735; www.grandviewatpleasurepoint.com 7 • • • 3 • • • • Row Boats, Waterfront, Fireplaces CORDOVA Peaches and Dreams Bed and Breakfast 12824 Peach Ln., Cordova, MD 21625 410-820-5644; www.bedandbreakfast.com Spa EASTON Bartlett Pear Inn 28 S. Harrison St., Easton, MD 21601 410-770-3300; www.bartlettpearinn.com Best Western Plus Easton Inn & Suites 8708 Alicia Dr., Easton, MD 21601 410-822-7100; www.bestwesterneaston.com Bishop’s House Bed and Breakfast 214 Goldsborough St., Easton, MD 21601 410-820-7290; www.bishopshouse.com Comfort Inn Easton 8523 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601 410-820-8333; www.comfortinneaston.com Days Inn Easton 7018 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601 410-822-4600; www.daysinn.com/easton Econo Lodge 8175 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601 410-820-5555; www.choicehotels.com/hotels/MD076 7 65 4 82 80 48 Fairfield Inn & Suites Easton 8945 Sunflower Dr., Easton, MD 21601 410-822-0050; www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/esnfi-fairfield-innand-suites-easton Hampton Inn Easton 8058 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601 410-822-2200; www.eastonmd.hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express Easton 8561 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601 410-819-6500; www.hotel-easex.com Inn at 202 Dover 202 E. Dover St., Easton, MD 21601 410-819-8007; www.innat202dover.com John S. McDaniel House Bed and Breakfast 14 N. Aurora St., Easton, MD 21601 410-822-3704; www.themcdanielhouse.com Miles River Guest House 8862 Quailsar Rd., Easton, MD 21601 410-822-5553; www.milesriverguesthouse.com The Tidewater Inn 101 E. Dover St., Easton, MD 21601 410-822-1300; www.tidewaterinn.com 82 74 73 5 5 4 93 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Fireplace, Seasonal Specials, Handicapped Accessible Restaurant Children 12 & Over, Bycles Available, Two Rooms with Fireplace Non-Smoking Svc. Animals Allowed Hilton Honors Award Points Non-Smoking Fireplace, Library, Conservatory, 4 Suites, 1 Guestroom, Closed January Guest Snack Center, DVD Library, TV & DVD in Rooms, Full Gourmet Breakfast YMCA Passes MCDANIEL Wades Point Inn on the Bay 10090 Wades Point Rd., McDaniel, MD 21647 410-745-2500; www.wadespoint.com 25 • • • • Waterviews, Nature Trail, Bikes, Canoes, Kayaks, Limited WiFi NEAVITT Harris Cove Cottages Bed’n’Boat 8080 Bozman Neavitt Rd., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-9701; www.bednboat.com 22 Talbot County Travel Guide 8 Waterfront, Boat Ramp, Kayak, Paddle Boat, Canoe, and Boat Rental. 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org Business Center Handicap Accessible Open Year Round Pet Friendly Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Rm Svc. Outdoor Pool Indoor Pool Fitness Center WiFi Meeting Room Name # of Rooms acco m m o dat i o n s Misc. OXFORD Combsberry Inn 4837 Evergreen Rd., Oxford, MD 21654 410-226-5353; www.combsberryinn.com Nichols House Cottage 217 S. Morris St., Oxford, MD 21654 410-226-5799; www.nicholshouseoxford.com Oxford Inn 504 S. Morris St., Oxford, MD 21654 410-226-5220; www.oxfordinn.net Robert Morris Inn 314 N. Morris St., Oxford, MD 21654 410-226-5111; www.robertmorrisinn.com Sandaway Waterfront Lodging 103 W. Strand Rd., Oxford, MD 21654 1-888-SANDAWAY; www.sandaway.com • • • • • • • 15 • • • 10 • • 6 1 7 16 18 • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bikes, Canoes, Kayaks, Dock, Crabbing, Fishing Fully Equipped Kitchenette, Cable TV, Walking Distance to Restaurants, Marinas and Shops Continental Breakfast Basket Afternoon Tea Private Sandy Beach, No Children under 10 ROYAL OAK The Oaks Waterfront Inn and Events 25876 Royal Oak Rd., Royal Oak, MD 21662 410-745-5053; www.the-oaks.com • • Bikes, Canoes, Lawn Games, Pet Friendly Cottages, 14 Guest Rooms, 1 Cottage • Kayaks, Boats Slips, Boat Ramp SHERWOOD Lowes Wharf Marina Inn 21651 Lowes Wharf Rd., Sherwood, MD 21665 410-745-6684; www.loweswharf.com • • ST. MICHAELS Bay Cottage 24640 Yacht Club Rd., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-9369; www.baycottage.com Dr. Dodson House Bed and Breakfast 200 Cherry St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-3691; www.drdodsonhouse.com Five Gables Inn & Spa 209 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-0100; www.fivegables.com Fleet’s Inn 200 E. Chew Ave., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-9678 George Brooks House B&B 24500 Rolles Range Rd., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-8381; www.georgebrookshouse.com Hambleton Inn 202 Cherry St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-3350; www.hambletoninn.com Harbor Hideaway 208 E. Chew Ave., St. Michaels, MD 21663 919-812-6070 Harbourtowne Resort 9784 Martingham Dr., St Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-9066; www.harbourtowne.com Inn at Perry Cabin by Belmond 308 Watkins Ln., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-2200; www.belmond.com/inn-at-perry-cabin-st-michaels Point Breeze Bed and Breakfast 704 Riverview Terrace, St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-9563; www.pointbreezebandb.com Snuggery Bed and Breakfast 203 Cherry St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-2800; www.snuggery1665.com TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 6 3 20 2 6 8 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2 117 78 4 2 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Fireplace in Two Rooms, Call for Availability Bikes, Fireplace in All Rooms, Steam Room, Sauna, On-site AVADA Spa Bike, Kayak & Canoe Rentals within Walking Distance Bicycles, Hot Tub, Extensive Movie Library Wine, Fireplace, 7 Guestrooms, 1 Suite Non-Smoking Bike Rentals, 111 Rooms, 6 Suites Spa, Boat Slips, Bikes, Kayaks, Canoes Bikes, Kayaks, Wet Bar, 2 Guestrooms, 2 Suites 1 Guestroom, 1 Suite Talbot County Travel Guide 23 St. Michaels Inn 93 1228 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-3333; www.stmichaels-inn.com St. Michaels Harbour Inn, Marina and Spa 46 101 N. Harbor Rd., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-9001; www.harbourinn.com Tarr House Bed and Breakfast 2 109 Green St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-2175; www.tarrhouse.com The Cherry St. Inn 2 103 Cherry St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-6309; www.cherrystreetinn.com The Old Brick Inn 19 401 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-3323; www.oldbrickinn.com The Parsonage Inn 8 210 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-8383; www.Parsonage-Inn.com Two Swan Inn & Cottages 15 208 Carpenter St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-2929; www.twoswaninn.com Victoriana Inn 7 205 Cherry St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-3368; www.victorianainn.com Business Center Handicap Accessible Open Year Round Pet Friendly Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Rm Svc. Outdoor Pool Indoor Pool Fitness Center WiFi Name Meeting Room # of Rooms acco m m o dat i o n s • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Misc. Marina, 32 Suites, 14 Guestrooms Fireplace Cable TV • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bikes, Fireplace, Close to Maritime Museum, Use of Pool at George Brook’s House B&B Fireplace, Waterfront, Walking Distance to Shops & Restaruants, 5 Cottages, 10 Guestrooms Fireplaces in Three Rooms, DVD Players, 6 Guestrooms, 1 Suite TILGHMAN ISLAND Black Walnut Point Inn 4417 Black Walnut Point Rd., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2452; wwwblackwalnutpointinn.com Captain’s Watch Vacation Cottage 21606 Chicken Point Rd., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2643; www.captainswatch.com Harrison House Country Inn 21551 Chesapeake House Dr., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2121; www.chesapeakehouse.com Lazyjack Inn on Dogwood Harbor 5907 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2215; www.lazyjackinn.com Knapp’s Narrows Marina & Inn 6176 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2720; www.knappsnarrowsmarina.com The Admiral’s Quarters 21551 Chesapeake House Dr., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2121; www.chesapeakehouse.com The Tilghman Island Inn 21384 Coopertown Rd., Tilghman Island, MD 21671 410-886-2141; www.tilghmanislandinn.com 5 2 40 4 22 3 20 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Hot Tub Hot Tub Boat Slips, Fishing Charters, Shuttle to Marinas & St. Michaels Jacuzzi, Fireplace Kayak Rentals Non-Smoking, Waterfront Deck, Grill Outside Deck, Boat Slips VAC AT I O N R E N TA L S Talbot County’s rental properties offer luxury, comfort, and space—from charming cottages to waterfront estates. They’re perfect for family vacations, reunions, wedding parties, and romantic getaways. 24 Talbot County Travel Guide Eastern Shore Vacation Rentals Maritime Properties, LLP A Historic St. Michaels Vacation Tidewater Vacations Inc. 16 N. Washington St. Ste. 102, Easton 410-770-9093; www.easternshorevacations.com 201 Green St., St. Michaels 703-732-2075; www.ahistoricvacation.com 1114 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-924-4115; www.stmichaelsvacation.com 300 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 443-786-7220; www.tidewatervacations.com 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org The Hamptons of the Chesapeake Bay DISTINCTIVE ESTATE RENTALS 443-786-7220 TidewaterVacations.com TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Your Fairytale Wedding 443-786-7220 TidewaterWedding.com Talbot County Travel Guide 25 LO O k & L I S T E N ARTS & CULTURE Easton Academy Art Museum One of Easton’s most historic buildings serves the art and artists of the past, present and future. Changing exhibitions and classes for creators of all ages and skill levels make this an invaluable resource for Shore residents and visitors. The permanent collection includes works in a wide range of media, including 20th- and 21st-century American paintings, prints, photography and sculpture. Programs range from lessons in life drawing to digital art instruction, plus lunchtime and cocktail hour concerts, lectures and special art events. 106 South St., Easton 410-822-2787; www.academyartmuseum.org Historic Avalon Theatre For nearly a century, the Avalon Theatre has brought the best in the performing arts and film to the Eastern Shore. Today, artists like Bela Fleck, Mavis Staples, and Rusted Root share a busy calendar with HD broadcasts live from the Metropolitan Opera. The 60-seat Stoltz Listening Room also presents performers in an intimate cabaret setting. In addition to more than 150 shows each year, the Avalon Foundation is also responsible for the Easton Farmers Market, the Plein Air Easton Competition and Arts Festival, outdoor street concerts, summer camps and Easton’s 4th of July Carnival. 40 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-0345; www.avalonfoundation.org Frederick Douglass Statue The autobiography of this great American begins: “I was born in Tuckahoe, near Hillsborough, and about twelve miles from Easton, in Talbot County, Maryland.” We celebrate Frederick Douglass here in his birthplace and honor him with a statue at the Talbot County Courthouse and in programs throughout the year, including Frederick Douglass Day in September and the annual Juneteenth celebration of abolition. A selfguided driving tour, available at the Historical Society or the Visitor Center, lets you trace the journey of this American hero. 11 N. Washington St., Easton www.frederickdouglasshonorsociety.org Gas Plant Memorial Easton was one of the first American towns to have gas-powered street lamps. Today, a memorial sits on the site of the 1860 factory that converted coal to natural gas. The curved bench under the flag stand is an excellent place to stop and rest during a walking tour. Dover and West St., Easton Merchant Marine Memorial (MEBA) Tuckahoe Steam and Gas Museum Merchant mariners have served since the American Revolution and perished at a greater rate in World War II than those in the other military branches. The MEBA Merchant Marine Memorial pays tribute to fallen seafarers, their friends and families, and the maritime industry as a whole. See a huge propeller and a Sept. 11 memorial including steel fragments from the World Trade Center. This 70-acre facility houses an impressive collection of vintage industrial machinery and agricultural equipment, all in working condition, and displayed in a dozen buildings around the property. The Rural Life Museum contains a general store and farmhouse kitchen, while a Machine Shop Museum displays early 20th century lineshaft-driven machine tools. Other buildings feature gas and oil engines, steam engines, and antique farm equipment. There’s also a working saw mill and a Plymouth industrial locomotive. Open during special events, including the annual Steam & Gas Show, and the first Saturday of the month, May-Nov. 27050 St. Michaels Rd., Easton 410-822-9600; www.mebaschool.org Talbot County Free Library Looking to explore American history — or the history of your family? The library’s Maryland Room in Easton holds an extensive collection of historical documents, including local history and genealogical resources. Services include free wifi, public access computers, color printers, and copy machines. A reference librarian is available to answer questions. The Easton and St. Michaels locations both offer special talks, exhibits, and programs for adults and children. 100 W. Dover St., Easton 410-822-1626; www.tcfl.org 106 Fremont St., St. Michaels 410-745-5877; www.tcfl.org Talbot Historical Society Museum & Gardens The Historical Society collects, preserves, and interprets the material and cultural history of our county. The museum itself features more than 1,000 photos from the society’s world-class collection, as well as priceless artifacts. Outdoors, the award-winning gardens showcase mature boxwood, a terraced shade garden, an herb garden, fully established perennial beds, and fruit and flowering trees. A retail and consignment shop offers both antique and modern housewares and accessories so visitors can take some history home with them. 30 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-0773; www.hstc.org Third Haven Friends Meeting Since 1684, members of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, have met in what is now one of the oldest frame houses of worship in the U.S. During the winter months, the congregation gathers in the Brick Meeting House, a Greek Revival building from 1880. In addition to twice-weekly meetings, they also hold regular peace vigils. Old-growth trees and a historic cemetery can be found on the grounds. For guided tours, contact 3rdhaven@ gmail.com. 405 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-0293; www.thirdhaven.org 11472 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-822-9868; www.tuckahoesteam.org Oxford John Wesley Church & Nellie Brooks Leatherberry African American Museum Thirty-one white and 26 black congregants worshipped together for generations in this little church, an unassuming one-room building without a steeple or indoor plumbing. In the early days, wives sold food in the back. A John Wesley activist, Nellie Leatherberry, finagled a way to have a 9’ x 12’ “cook shop” constructed; it nearly tripled in size and operated until the late 1970s. Nellie’s Cook Shop now houses the church’s fascinating documentary photography and oral history transcriptions. 4897 Evergreen Rd., Oxford 410-924-1476; www.johnwesleychurch.org Oxford-Bellevue Ferry Believed to be America’s oldest privately owned ferry, the Oxford-Bellevue route was officially established in 1683, with power supplied at times by sail, sculling, rowing, steam and modern diesel engine. Plying the waters of the Tred Avon River between Oxford and Bellevue on Maryland’s Eastern Shore from mid-April through mid-November, it operates seven days a week for most of the season but weekendsonly in November. 101 E. Strand, Oxford 410-745-9023; www.oxfordbellevueferry.com 5536 Bellevue Rd., Bellevue 410-745-9023; www.oxfordbellevueferry.com The Oxford Museum This hometown museum preserves and displays Oxford’s nearly 350 years of colonial and American history, and maintains a collection of more than 2,500 artifacts and memorabilia. The collection represents the evolution of Oxford, from one of the country’s earliest colonial ports through the modern era, and its status as a premier sailing destination. Exhibits change regularly and periodic lectures and tours are offered. It opens on Oxford Day in late April and is open through mid-November. 100 S. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-0191; www.oxfordmuseum.org 26 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org LO O k & L I S T E N St. Michaels Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum Situated on 18 waterfront acres, this museum is dedicated to sharing the stories of the Chesapeake Bay and the people who have built their lives around it. Exhibitions, demonstrations, and boat rides on the Miles River, plus annual festivals, celebrate Bay culture, boats, seafood, and history. The museum’s floating fleet of historic watercraft is the largest in existence, and a working boatyard highlights restoration of the Bay’s traditional vessels. The museum and museum store are open year-round and hours vary by season. 213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2916; www.cbmm.org Tilghman Watermen’s Museum St. Michaels Museum at St. Mary’s Square Located in the heart of this historic town, on what locals call “The Green,” this museum provides a fascinating look at life in St. Michaels in the 19th century. It consists of three buildings that moved to the Square from their original locations in St. Michaels. Special exhibits are presented each season and themed walking tours are provided Saturday mornings. The museum is open May through October. 409 St. Mary’s Square, St. Michaels 410-745-9561; www.stmichaelsmuseum.org Tilghman Island Opened in 2016, this facility celebrates the American love of cars with displays of classic cars, motorcycles, and other motorized things that move, as well as automotive-related events. Through its Motor Works Program, the Museum will provide organized automotive study and demonstrations for students of all ages, from “how-to” workshops, to seminars on restoration, to the history and evolution of the automobile. 102 E. Marengo St., St. Michaels 410-745-8979 www.classicmotormuseumstmichaels.org 6031 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman 410-886-1025; www.tilghmanmuseum.org Trappe ProductionThe by: Rural Mike Life Museum of Trappe Phillips Wharf Environmental Center Classic Motor Museum of St. Michaels Tilghman Island is unique—and this museum was created to capture its distinctive culture and colorful heritage through collections of oral history, art, and artifacts. Telling the island’s story both enriches the community and gives future generations a glimpse of what those who grew up here called “Paradise.” Open April through November on Saturday and Sunday, and by appointment. This non-profit organization provides hands-on experiences, especially for children, with the animals and plants that inhabit the Chesapeake Bay region. In addition to learning about the environment, visitors also learn how watermen harvest the Bay’s bountiful resources. This is also a great place to launch your kayak or watch the boats go by. Phillips Wharf sits in the shadow of the Tilghman Island drawbridge, right on Knapps Narrows. 6129 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman 410-886-9200; www.pwec.org produced by Jill Allen This museum collects, preserves, interprets, and displays a broad array of historically significant items, pictures, and documents including many used in rural homes, farms, and industry in the Trappe area. It highlights the accomplishments of locals such as “Nace” Hopkins, a former slave who served in the Union Army and later started a school for African American children, and John Franklin “Home Run” Baker, who made it to the Baseball Hall of Fame after a storied career as a slugger with the Philadelphia A’s and New York Yankees. 29241 Backtown Rd., Trappe 410-476-3339; www.rurallifemuseum.org Trippe- Hildebrandt Gallery Photographs Paintings Sculpture “Fill a space in a beautiful way.” 23 N. Harrison Street, Easton, MD 410-310-8727 trippehilderbrandtgallery.com tripphilder@icloud.com Georgia O’Keeffe Come visit our spaces . . . Academy Art Museum Promoting knowledge, practice and appreciation of the arts, enhancing cultural life on the Eastern Shore by making available to everyone the Museum’s expanding collection, exhibitions, and broad spectrum of arts programs. www.academyartmuseum.org 410-822-ARTS (2787) 106 South St. Easton, MD 21601 TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 A LBRIGHT’S GUN SHOP AUTHORIZED ORVIS® DEALER Fine Guns. Caesar Guerini Shotguns. Hunting & Shooting Supplies. Gunsmithing. 36 E Dover St, Easton, MD 21601 (410) 820-8811 www.albrightsgunshop.com Talbot County Travel Guide 27 Please note: Ad proofs are sent in low resolution to expedite transmissi Please proof carefully, sign and return today. LO O k & L I S T E N Wye Mills St. Michaels Wye Grist Mill & Museum Chesapeake Ghost Walks This mill has been nearly continuously grinding grain since 1682, and produced flour that fed George Washington’s Continental Army. Discover the long, rich history of the oldest commercial operation in both Talbot and Queen Anne’s counties (the county boundaries run through the mill!). Watch the waterwheel turn the heavy millstones as they grind grain, with millers explaining the milling process. Day-time and night-time walks and bus tours revealing the ghostly history and stories in St. Michaels. 900 Wye Mills Rd., Wye Mills 410-827-6909; www.oldwyemill.org TOURS Easton 443-735-0771; www.chesapeakeghostwalks.com Eastern Shore Brewing Offering tours of craft brew tasting room and brewing facilities by appointment, with live music on Saturdays. 605 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8010; www.easternshorebrewing.com EatingSt.Michaels Walking food tour of St. Michaels including demos, historic facts and samples prepared by local restaurants and specialty shops. Chapel’s Country Creamery 410-635-4130; www.eatingeaston.com Call to schedule a tour of 116-acre, 60-cow Grade A dairy farm and artisanal cheese creamery outside Easton. Lyon Distilling Company 10380 Chapel Rd., Easton 410-820-6647; www.chapelscreamery.com Tours of distillery, including tastings and sales of locally made rum, rye, and whiskey. Private tastings and tours available. Chesapeake Ghost Walks 605 S. Talbot St., #6, St. Michaels 443-333-9181; www.lyondistilling.com Regularly scheduled walks and bus tours revealing the ghostly history and stories in Easton. St. Michaels Museum Historic Walking Tours EatingEaston Saturday walking tours May through October featuring town history, as well as the enslavement of Frederick Douglass. 443-735-0771; www.chesapeakeghostwalks.com Walking food tour of Easton including demos, historic facts and samples prepared by local restaurants and specialty shops. 409 St. Mary’s Square, St. Michaels 410-745-9561; www.stmichaelsmuseum.org 410-635-4130; www.eatingeaston.com Tilghman Island The Hill Walking Tour Poplar Island Tours Guided tours of “The Hill,” one of the oldest free African American communities still in existence today, with Morgan State Professor Dale Green. Call for schedule. Chesapeake Bay island being rebuilt with dredge material; tours and programs feature island history and habitat restoration, by reservation only, March-October. 11 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-8000; www.tourtalbot.org Salisbury Pewter Factory tours by appointment featuring artisans crafting fine pewterware; includes coupon for merchandise at nearby Salisbury Gift & Garden. 215480 Chicken Point Rd., Tilghman Island 410-770-6503; www.menv.com/pages/outreach Wye Mills Wye Grist Mill 29085 Airpark Dr., Easton 1-855-255-5309 Modern millers grinding corn and wheat just as workers have here since 1682; groups tours available by appointment. Talbot Historical Society Museum 900 Old Wye Mills Rd., Wye Mills 410-827-6909; www.oldwyemill.org Guided walking tours beginning at the Historical Society’s campus in downtown Easton, by appointment only. 30 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-0773; www.hstc.org The Little Red School House One-room Longwoods School House, built in 1865 and used until 1967, offering tours by appointment. Longwoods Rd., Easton 410-770-8050 28 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org R E L A X & E X PLO R E Bike/Boat Rentals Easton Easton Cycle and Sport Recreation equipment from bikes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards, to Hobie Cat sailboats, plus all the accessories—in store, or delivered to you. Tilghman Island Tilghman Island Marina & Rentals Owner-operated marina offering motor scooters, bicycles, kayaks, wave runners, pontoon boats, and fishing/crabbing gear. 6140 Mariners Ct., Tilghman Island 410-886-2500; www.tilghmanmarina.com 723 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-822-7433; www.eastoncycleandsport.com Boat Tours Easton Point Marina St. Michaels Marina on the tranquil Tred Avon just a mile from downtown Easton, offering fishing, paddling, kayaks, and more. Harbor Shuttle & Tours 975 Port St., Easton 410-822-1201; www.eastonpointmarina.com Oxford Dockside Boat Rentals Jet ski and boat rentals, from Zodiacs to EdgeWater powerboats, from shop or delivered to your dock ready to go. 104 W. Pier St., Oxford 410-652-6533; www.docksideboatrentals.com Sherwood Lowes Wharf Marina Inn Island-like setting with guest rooms, restaurant, patio bar, marina, and private beach, plus sunset cruises, crabbing, and kayak rentals. 21651 Lowes Wharf Rd., Sherwood 410-745-6684; www.loweswharf.com St. Michaels Shore Pedal & Paddle Full-service kayak, stand-up paddleboard and bicycle shop, offering equipment sales and rental, plus tours and instruction. 500 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2320; www.shorepedalandpaddle.com St. Michaels Marina Resort marina with a pool, fuel, ship’s store, bike rentals, showers and restrooms on the town side of the harbor in St. Michaels. 305 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-745-2400; www.stmichaelsmarina.com TriCycle & Run Multisport Certified USA Triathlon Retailer shop specializing in bike sales, repairs and rentals, plus triathlon gear, shoes, apparel, and accessories. 929 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2836; www.tricycleandrun.com Water taxi service and harbor tours, offering an up-close look at the nesting swan, osprey and many other sea birds and ducks. 305 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-924-2198; www.stmichaelsmd.org Patriot Cruises Miles River cruises offering insight about the area’s local beginnings, historic homes and wildlife, and local watermen harvests aboard a two-level 1930s steam ferry replica. 213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3100; www.patriotcruises.com Selina II Tours for six aboard vintage 41-foot 1926 sailing yacht; offering two-hour day sails and romantic sunset champagne cruises from Harbour Inn & Marina. 101 N. Harbor Rd., St. Michaels 410-726-9400; www.sailselina.com Skipjack H.M. Krentz Relaxing and educational sailing aboard historic skipjack; offering day sails, plus catered picnics, cocktails and hor d’oeuvres, or BYO food and beverages. 304 Burns St., St. Michaels 410-745-6080; www.oystercatcher.com Winnie Estelle Hilda M. Willing Skipjack Tours Two-hour sailing tours aboard a 1905 historic Chesapeake Bay skipjack. Dogwood Harbor, Tilghman Island 410-924-9975 Lady Patty Classic Yacht Charters A 1935-built offshore sailing yacht that sails daily; offering drink service including craft beer, wine and fresh-squeezed lime juice margaritas. 6176 Tilghman Island Rd., #5, Tilghman Island 410-886-1127; www.ladypatty.com Let It Ride Charters Two-hour water tours with views of the Miles River and Chesapeake Bay; wine tasting and moonlight cruises available with advance notice. Knapp’s Narrows Marina., Tilghman Island 410-310-3055; www.letitridecharters.com Let’s Go Crabbing Fun-filled crabbing tours aboard the Riley Kat with a sixth-generation Chesapeake Bay waterman and a Coast Guard-certified captain. Severn Marine, Tilghman Island 410-886-2249; www.letsgocrabbing.com Miss Arielle Charters Specializing in crabbing, fishing, hunting, and Chesapeake Bay heritage tours for up to six; guests can take home a half bushel of crabs each. Dogwood Harbor, Tilghman Island 410-924-9975; www.watermenheritagetours.org/ Tours/Captain-Wade-Murphy Skipjack Rebecca T. Ruark Two-hour sails and group charters aboard the oldest working skipjack on the Chesapeake; offering nautical tales and ecology stories from a fifth-generation waterman. Dogwood Harbor, Tilghman Island 410-886-2176 Boatyards/Marinas 45-minute cruises, private charters, and educational tours aboard historic 1920s buyboat on the Miles River with up to 32 passengers, May-October. Easton 213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2916; www.cbmm.org Easton’s only marina; a one-stop-shop for all your marine needs, from mechanical repairs and perfection detailing, to kayaks rentals. Tilghman Island Chesapeake Lights Lighthouse Tours Easton Point Marina 975 Port St., Easton 410-822-1201; www.eastonpointmarina.com Four different trips accommodating all levels of interest, with narrated history and lighthouse tales, as well local insights about the Bay’s fragile and beautiful ecosystem. 5907 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2215; www.chesapeakelights.com TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 29 rela x & e x plore Oxford Brewer Oxford Boatyard & Marina Full-service boatyard and marina with 150 slips just inside Town Creek; offering fuel dock, transient dockage, pool, showers, laundry, and 75-ton travel lift. 402 E. Strand, Oxford 410-226-5101; www.byy.com Campbell’s Boatyard Three locations with 175 slips in Oxford dedicated to serving all boating needs. www.campbellsboatyards.com Bachelor Point 26106 Bachelor Harbor Dr., Oxford; 410-226-5592 Jack’s Point 106 Richardson St., Oxford; 410-226-5105 Town Creek 109 Myrtle Ave., Oxford; 410-226-0213 Cutts & Case Shipyard Full-service boatyard and marina; the mid-Atlantic center for wooden boat design, building, service and repairs. 306 Tilghman St., Oxford 410-226-5416; www.cuttsandcase.com The Hinckley Company Full-service marine complex, 10 miles southwest of Easton by land; on Town Creek by water. 202 Banks St., Oxford 410-226-5113; www.hinckleyyachts.com Sherwood Lowes Wharf Marina Inn Island-like setting with guest rooms, restaurant, marina, and private beach, plus sunset cruises, crabbing, and kayak rentals. 21651 Lowes Wharf Rd., Sherwood 410-745-6684; www.loweswharf.com St. Michaels Higgins Yacht Yard Full-service boatyard offering transient slips just two blocks to town center, museums, restaurants, shops, plus boat restoration. 203 Carpenter St., St. Michaels 410-745-9303 www.twoswaninn.com/higgins-yacht-yard/ St. Michaels Harbour Inn, Marina & Spa Full-service marina on the Miles River with experienced staff, pool, lounge, and restaurant overlooking the Miles River, plus a spa. 101 N. Harbor Rd., St. Michaels 410-745-9001; www.harbourinn.com/marina 30 Talbot County Travel Guide St. Michaels Marina, LLC Mary Anne Fishing Charters Resort marina offering a pool, fuel, ship’s store, bike rentals, showers and restrooms on the town side of the harbor in St. Michaels. Fish or cruise the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries with Captain Gary Bramble. 305 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-745-2400; www.stmichaelsmarina.com Marina at Masthead Restaurant, Oxford 410-310-9320 www.facebook.com/MaryAnneFishingCharters Tilghman Island Miss Julie Charter Fishing Knapp’s Narrows Marina & Inn Marina with full-service boatyard including a 35-ton lift, work shed, 1,000-foot floating dock, transient and seasonal slips, gas pump, showers, laundry, and pool. 6176 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2720; www.knappsnarrowsmarina.com Tilghman Island Marina & Rentals Fishing or cruising aboard a 40-foot Robbins Bay-built fishing boat. 314 Tilghman St., Oxford 410-310-1904 www.facebook.com/MissJulieCharterFishing Tilghman Island All Aboard Charters “Nancy Ellen” Owner-operated marina, plus access to recreational rental equipment. Charter fishing and private cruises aboard a 46-foot custom-built Chesapeake Bay charter boat finished to yacht standards. 6140 Mariners Ct., Tilghman Island 410-886-2500; www.tilghmanmarina.com 6178 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-745-6022; www.tilghmanislandfishing.com Trappe Chesapeake Lady II Ferry Point Marina Fish the Chesapeake aboard a 42-foot custombuilt charter boat with Captain Butch Sweet. Complete marina experience on the Choptank River undergoing repairs and upgrades, and offering fuel, tackle, parts, and service. Knapp’s Narrows Marina, Tilghman Island 410-886-2183; www.chesapeakelady fishingcharters.com 1606 Marina Dr., Trappe 410-476-3304; www.ferrypointmarinatalbot.com Class Act Sportfishing Charters Fishing Guides Full- and half-day charters for up to six, with bait, tackle and a lifetime of experience and knowledge provided. Easton Knapp’s Narrows Marina, Tilghman Island 410-924-4201; www.classactcharterfishing.com Tidewater Guide Service Diving Ducks Outfitters Fishing charters in the Chesapeake Bay or on its rivers; offering all of the equipment and ingredients for a memorable trip. Offering sea duck hunting, charter fishing, and ray hunting April to October, aboard the 44’ Chesapeake Bay fiberglass deadrise boat “North Star.” 896 Port St., Easton 410-310-8317; www.tidewater-guide-service.com Neavitt Screaming Eagle Charters Fishing charters for the whole family on the Choptank and Miles rivers aboard a 32-foot sport fishing vessel. Neavitt Public Landing, Neavitt 443-786-5025; www.screamingeaglecharters.com Oxford Catch-U-Later Fishing Charters Half- and full-day fishing charters for up to six; captains with more than 50 years experience fishing on the Chesapeake. 21552 Gibsontown Rd.,Tilghman Island 410-886-2528; www.divingducks.net Doghouse Charters Sport fishing aboard the 46-foot custom “Doghouse;” offering full- and half-day trips for up to six. 21322 Bay Front Dr., Tilghman Island 410-886-2971; www.fishthedoghouse.net Harrison’s Sports Fishing Tours Sunrise fishing for rockfish, Spanish mackerel, bluefish, sea trout, and more, with generational fishermen. 21551 Chesapeake House Dr., Tilghman Island 410-886-2121; www.chesapeakehouse.com Marina at Masthead Restaurant, Oxford 410-310-6594; www.catch-u-later.com 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org upscale women’s boutique Production by: Mike 21 Goldsborough St Easton, Maryland (410) 763-9262 facebook.com/dragonflyboutiquemd Please note: Ad proofs are sent in low resolution to expedite transmis Please proof carefully, sign and return today. 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Royal Oak St. Michaels 410-714-2200; www.harrisonsoutfitterservice.com Riverhorse Talbot County Outfitters Private horseback riding instruction, plus supervised trail rides for groups of 2-3. Email for reservations. Royal Oak 410-310-2612; trishbosley@yahoo.com Hunting Guides Easton Albright’s Gun Shop Mornings-only guided waterfowl hunting, providing everything but your gun, with the Eastern Shore’s best outfitters. 36 E. Dover St., Easton 410-820-8811; www.albrightsgunshop.com Chesapeake Goose & Duck Hunting Memorable hunting of everything from Canada and Snows to Mallards and Canvasbacks, guided by Kirby Bryan and his team of professionals. Easton 410-310-6758; www.chesapeakehunting.com Tidewater Guide Service Offering the thrill of the hunt and a beautiful countryside that has attracted a bounty of game for more than a century. Easton 410-310-8317; www.tidewater-guide-service.com Neavitt Professional Guide Service, Inc. Three-generation family owned guided Canada goose, duck, and deer hunting; caters to both corporate outings and small groups. Neavitt 410-745-2433; www.marylandgoosehunting.com Top destination for hunters who understand a fair-chase hunt, whether whitetail or sika deer, Canada geese, sea ducks, or turkey hunting. St. Michaels 240-217-3672; www.talbotcountyoutfitter.com Tilghman Barneck Outfitters Catering to hunters of diver duck, sea ducks, Canada geese and puddle ducks, plus whitetail deer and spring turkey since 1986. Tilghman Island 410-886-2193; www.duckhuntingmd.com Diving Ducks Outfitters From April through October, sea duck hunting, charter fishing, and ray hunting aboard 44-foot Chesapeake Bay fiberglass deadrise boat “North Star”. Nature Trails Easton Pickering Creek Audubon Center A 400-acre nature center on the banks of Pickering Creek featuring 4 miles of trails open from dawn to dusk, two viewing platforms, and an herb garden. More than 200 species of birds frequent the center. 11450 Audubon Ln., Easton 410-822-4903; www.pickeringcreek.org Tilghman Island Black Walnut Point Natural Resources Management Area (NRMA) A 53-acre site on the southern tip of Tilghman Island, with rugged paths crisscrossing the property and incredible Chesapeake Bay views, plus fishing and bird watching. 4417 Black Walnut Point Rd., Tilghman Island 410-820-1668; www.dnr2.maryland.gov Public Landings & Parks Easton Talbot County Parks & Recreation Department operates two community pools, 17 park sites and 29 public landings. Valid Talbot County Permit must be displayed when launching or loading a boat or parking a trailer. 10028 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-770-8050; www.talbotcountymd.gov Spas Tilghman Island 410-886-2528; www.divingducks.net Easton Trappe Kissed By The Sun Spa Sean Mann Outdoors Guided waterfowl hunts back by more than 20 years of experience from a World Goose Calling champion. Trappe 800-345-4539; www.seanmann.com Ice Rinks Easton Talbot County Community Center Therapeutic, relaxing massages, facials and waxing, as well as luxurious body treatments tailored to meets the needs of each client. 39 E. Dover St., Easton 410-310-4496; www.kissedbythesun.skincaretherapy.net The West Wing Salon & Spa Salon and spa services including professional massages and facials, infrared Sauna treatments, nail care, waxing and more. 8221 Teal Dr., Suite 427, Easton 410-763-9116; www.thewestwingsalonandspa.com Public sports venue features both ice and curling rinks in the winter, a sports arena in the summer, game room, athletic fields, and space for conferences and receptions. 10028 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-770-8050; www.talbotcountymd.gov 32 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org Tranquility Massage & Bodywork Therapeutic massages, herbal foot baths and paraffin treatments offered in a relaxing, aromatherapy filled atmosphere. 350 N. Aurora St., #127, Easton 443-786-4895 www.tranquilitymassageandbodywork.com Wye Mills The Spa at St. Michaels Harbour Inn & Marina State Parks Linden Spa at The Inn At Perry Cabin by Belmond Trappe Full range of services including body treatments, facial therapies and enhancements, reflexology, manicure and pedicure, and waxing. Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park Five Gables Inn & Spa Services feature Aveda products, including massage therapy, facials, body treatments and wraps. 209 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0100; www.fivegables.com At the time it was felled during a thunderstorm on June 6, 2002, the Wye Oak was the country’s largest White Oak and was believed to be more than 400 years old. A cloned sapling was planted in its trunk on June 6, 2006. The park consists of 29 acres, which offer a delightful spot to explore and picnic. A pavilion containing a section of the Wye Oak trunk can be viewed daily from sunrise to sunset. crabs. 101 N. 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Talbot St., St Michaels 410-745-0808; www.st-michaels-winery.com Triple Creek Winery Tastings and special events including live music, sip-and-paint classes, and a 5K run/walk, with vines grown right next to the Wine Barn. 11138 Three Bridge Branch Rd., Cordova 410-924-4190; www.triplecreekwinery.com Coffee Shops Ice Cream Shops Easton Jojo’s Cupcakes & Cream Cupcakes baked fresh daily, plus 32 flavors of Kilby Cream farm fresh ice cream, snow cones, milkshakes, floats, and malts. 218 N. Washington St., Easton 410-763-4930; www.jojoscupcakesandcream.com Oxford The Scottish Highland Creamery 137 N. Harrison St., Easton 801-792-3700; www.glutenfreebakerygirl.com Easton Fresh, premium, handmade, small batch ice cream from local ingredients, fresh milk, cream and flavorings imported from Italy. Jojo’s Cupcakes & Cream Rise Up Coffee Roasters 314 Tilghman St., Oxford 410-924-6298; www.scottishhighlandcreamery.com Delicious cupcakes baked fresh daily from scratch, using the finest ingredients, plus Kilby Cream ice cream. 218 N. Washington St., Easton 410-763-4930; www.jojoscupcakesandcream.com Sugar Buns Airport Café and Bakery Home of the famous Sugar Buns and St. Michaels Cakes, offering all sorts of baked goods, plus delicious breakfasts and satisfying lunches. 29137 Newman Rd., Easton 410-820-4220; www.sugarbuns.com St. Michaels Jojo’s Cupcakes & Cream Delicious cupcakes baked fresh daily from scratch, using the finest ingredients, plus Kilby Cream ice cream. 101 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5080; www.jojoscupcakesandcream.com Beer, Wine & Spirits Eastern Shore Brewing Tastings and growlers of craft beer, brewed on premises using the finest ingredients from around the globe. 605 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8010; www.easternshorebrewing.com Lyon Distilling Tastings and sales of hand-crafted spirits, produced from raw ingredients into rum, corn whiskey, and rye whiskey in small batches, using traditional pot stills made in Kentucky. 605 S. Talbot Street #6, St. Michaels 443-333-9181; www.lyondistilling.com Independent small-batch coffee roaster and retailer since March 2005. 618 Dover Rd., Easton 410-822-1353; www.riseupcoffee.com St. Michaels Blue Crab Coffee Company Full-service coffeehouse serving coffees, teas and espresso, plus bagels, muffins, scones, breakfast sandwiches and lunch menu. St. Michaels Baby Cakes & Zen Boutique Ice cream and funnel cakes, plus astrological readings and fun food. 305 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 443-425-6392 Jojo’s Cupcakes & Cream 102 Fremont St., St. Michaels 410-745-4155; www.bluecrabcoffee.com Cupcakes, plus 32 flavors of Kilby Cream ice cream, snow cones, milkshakes, floats, and malts. Blue Heron Coffee 101 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5080; www.jojoscupcakesandcream.com French press, single cup pour over, and tasting flights, from 100% current crop Arabica beans, plus food service. Justine’s Ice Cream Parlor 500 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-714-0334; www.blueheroncoffee.com More than 20 classic and original rich flavors, plus sugar/fat-free ice creams, yogurt, sorbets and sherbets, and shakes. Rise Up Coffee Roasters 106 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0404; www.justinesicecreamparlor.com Independent small-batch coffee roaster and retailer since March 2005. 1216 St. Michaels Rd., St. Michaels 410-745-5555; www.riseupcoffee.com San Domingo Fair Trade Coffee & Goods Full service coffee café, using all organic and fair trade coffee beans, plus fruit smoothies, juicing bar, breakfast foods and high tea. 406 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2049; www.sandomingocoffee.com Farmers Markets Easton Chapel’s Country Creamery Maryland’s first producer of raw-milk cheese, offering Chapel Cheddar, Amber 16 Cheddar, Bay Bleu, Talbot Reserve, and Rainey’s Dream. Guided tours of the farm and creamery available. 10380 Chapel Rd., Easton 410-820-6647; www.chapelscreamery.com Councell Farms Popular stop on Route 50 for farm-fresh sweet corn and tomatoes, as well a variety of fruits and vegetables, including pumpkins and fall ornamentals. Open late June through August and mid-September through Halloween. 11773 Old Skipton Rd., Easton 410-822-8213; www.councellfarms.com 34 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org TA S T E & SAVO R Easton Farmer’s Market Restaurants Popular marketplace featuring local produce and crafts, located in the parking lot on N. Harrison St. Open April through December. Easton Downtown Easton 410-822-7299; www.avalonfoundation.org Amish Country Farmers Market Family Affair Farm Pick your own strawberries in the spring and pumpkins in the fall. Offering tours and birthday parties for ages 1-7 in the fall. 30091 Rabbit Hill Rd., Easton 410-310-1331; www.familyaffairfarm.wix.com Queen Anne A.H. Herb ‘n Craft Farm Organic farm just off Route 50 offering free-range chicken and eggs, organic produce, bedding plants, fresh herbs, and natural products. 13433 Ocean Gateway, Queen Anne 410-725-9163; www.localharvest.org St. Michaels FRESHFARM Market Offering fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cut flowers, plants, cheeses, eggs, and honey in the public parking lot behind Shore BBQ. 208 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 202-362-8889; www.freshfarmmarket.org Gourmet Markets Piazza Italian Market Fresh and packaged Italian products, as well as ready-to-eat Italian sandwiches and paninis, side salads and main dishes to take home for a meal. 218 N. Washington St. Ste. 54, Easton 410-820-8281; www.piazzaitalianmarket.com Oxford Market and Deli Everything from groceries, cleaning supplies and pet food, to breakfast sandwiches and homemade soup in one spot. 203 N. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-0015; www.theoxfordmarket.com The Village Shoppe Gourmet grocer of quality meats, cheeses, and produce, plus a sophisticated selection of beer, wine and liquor. 501 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-9300 www.facebook.com/VillageShoppeMD Tilghman Island Country Store Hot and cold sandwiches, subs, and wraps as well as homemade salads and dessert. Breakfast and lunch, plus Friday evening wine tastings. 5949 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2777 www.facebook.com/tilghmanislandcountrystore TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Fresh produce, meats, cheeses, salads, baked goods, soft pretzels, barbecue, full meals, and more, with casual dining area inside. El Dorado Bar & Grill Family friendly environment with a variety of Central and South America-inspired dishes. 4 S. Aurora St., Easton 410-820-5155; www.eldoradoeaston.net 201-C Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-820-4002; www.eldoradoeaston.us 101 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-822-8989 www.amishcountryfarmersmarket.com Giuffrida’s Pizzeria Bannings Tavern 508 Idlewild Ave., Easton 410-819-3296; www.facebook.com/ Giuffridas-pizzeria-129846337150528 Specializing in quality steaks, chops, burgers and seafood, with a classically trained chef, a varied menu and18 craft beers on tap. A family-owned restaurant offering up handmade pizza, soups, salads, pasta dishes, and Stromboli along with subs and sandwiches. 42 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-1733; www.banningstavern.com Giovanni’s Italian Delight Bartlett Pear Inn 8117 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-770-6993; www.giovanniseaston.com Boutique inn with elegant restaurant offering classic French-inspired cuisine, rated among the region’s best. 28 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-3300; www.bartlettpearinn.com Bartlett Pear Bakery Casual neighborhood spot offering breakfast until 1 p.m.; plus coffee and pastries until 5:30 p.m. 27 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-3300; www.bartlettpearinn.com Brasserie Brightwell Converted garage with doors that open onto patio and outside bar, wood-fired grill, raw bar, and vast craft beer list. 206 N. Washington St., Easton 410-819-3838; www.brasseriebrightwell.com Chef’s Table at the Shop Weekly farm-to-table dinners, served family style and outdoors by reservation only April-November. Offering pizza, Stromboli, cold subs, hot subs, clubs, wings, steaks, pasta, and more. Hill’s Café & Juice Bar Old-fashioned soda fountain inside Hill’s Pharmacy; a longtime favorite for breakfast, lunch or afternoon snack. 32 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-9751; www.hillscafeandjuice.com Hot Off The Coals (BBQ) Carolina barbecue, plus Flavor Burst Ice Cream in eight different flavors, and milkshakes, with takeout, catering, and outdoor dining. 8356 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-820-8500; www.hotoffthecoals.com House of Hunan Authentic Chinese dishes, as well as chef specials, with lunch specials and delivery. 201 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-820-4015; www.houseofhunaneaston.com Hunters’ Tavern at the Tidewater Inn 28 S. Washington St., Easton 410-310-5352, www.stewartscateringservice.com Tavern-style restaurant utilizing products from local farmers and watermen for artful dishes and in two bars, a private dining room, and patio. Doc’s Downtown Grille 101 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-4034 www.tidewaterinn.com/hunters-tavern Traditional American saloon with daily/nightly specials, plus game day food and drink specials, seven big screen TVs, and an outdoor dining area. 14 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-7700 www.facebook.com/docsdowntowngrille Easton Diner A 1950s-era diner with a retro look and more than 800 items on the menu, from hamburgers to crab cakes. 8451 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-819-0535 In Japan Authentic Japanese cuisine, in a Japanese Steak House, Sushi, and Bar. 101 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-443-0681; www.injapansushi.com Joe’s Bagel Café Made-on-premises bagels, prepared daily in more than 12 varieties plus pastries and homemade soups. 101 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-763-7410; www.joesbagelcafe.com Talbot County Travel Guide 35 TA S T E & SAVO R Osteria Alfredo Italian Restaurant Scossa Restaurant & Lounge Pope’s Tavern at the Oxford Inn Authentic Italian regional cuisine, with all dishes made-to-order using the freshest ingredients, never processed or frozen. Classic Northern Italian cuisine by Chef Giancarlo Tondin, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients in traditional Italian recipes. A 40-seat dining room, charming library lounge and teak bar, helmed by Chef Lisa MacDougal. 504 S. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-5220; www.oxfordinn.net 210 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-822-9088; www.facebook.com/osteriaalfredo 8 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-2202; www.scossarestaurant.com Out of the Fire Sugar Buns Airport Café and Bakery Ecologically sustainable restaurant located in the heart of downtown Easton, that’s committed to environmentally benign success. Home of the famous Sugar Buns and St. Michaels Cakes, offering all sorts of baked goods, plus delicious breakfasts and satisfying lunches. Historic Inn where author James Michener wrote Chesapeake, featuring a restaurant run by celebrity chef Mark Salter, offering great cuisine and understated professional service. 22 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-770-4777; www.outofthefire.com 29137 Newman Rd., Easton 410-820-4220; www.sugarbuns.com 314 N. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-5111; www.robertmorrisinn.com Pascal’s Chophouse t at the General Store Schooner’s on the Creek Offering delicious meals using fresh, healthy ingredients direct from the Eastern Shore’s bounty. A community gathering spot for fresh looseleaf tea, tea-inspired spirits and food. Oxford’s best-kept waterfront secret offering great food and fun, with weekly specials and weekend entertainment. 22 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-3204; www.pascalschophouse.com Peacock Restaurant & Lounge A white tablecloth restaurant in the Inn at 202 Dover featuring classical and contemporary American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. 202 E. Dover St., Easton 410-819-8007; www.innat202dover.com Plaza Tapatia Authentic Mexican cuisine served with prompt, friendly service, with eight convenient locations on the Eastern Shore and in Delaware. 7813 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-770-8550; www.plazatapatia.com Portofino Ristorante Italiano Casually elegant fine dining in an intimate setting that will transport you to Italy. 4 W. Dover St., Easton 410-770-9200; www.portofinoeastoncom Roberto’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant Homemade Italian specialties, with all pizza dough and sub rolls made in-house daily. 101 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-770-3500 www.facebook.com/robertospizza2 25942 Royal Oak Rd., Easton 410-745-8402; www.tatthegeneralstore.com The Barn Steakhouse & Sports Bar Locally-owned restaurant and bar specializing in American fare with a variety of made-toorder items including steaks, and burgers. 8249 Teal Dr., Easton 410-820-0500; www.thebarnofeaston.com The BBQ Joint Intimate restaurant serving up Chef Andrew Evan’s barbecue, including brisket and ribs, with all the fixings. 216 E. Dover St. Ste. 201, Easton 410-690-3641; www.andrewevansbbqjoint.com Victory Garden Café Gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads and deserts, plus an eclectic assortment of ethnic-inspired dishes and lunch and dinner specials. 124 S. Aurora St., Easton 410-690-7356 www.facebook.com/Victorygardencafe Washington Street Pub & Oyster Bar Easton’s only traditional oyster bar serving fine seafood, bought locally from the Chesapeake Bay and mid-Atlantic regions. 20 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-1112; www.washingtonstreetpub.com Rusticana Pizza Oxford Serving American, burgers, Italian, pizza, sandwiches and vegetarian dishes. Latitude 38° Bistro & Spirits 810 Dover Rd., Easton 410-820-5110 www.facebook.com/RusticanaPizzas 219 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-820-7422 www.facebook.com/RusticanaPizzas 26342 Oxford Rd., Oxford 410-226-5303; www.latitude38.org Traditional American cuisine, specializing in local seafood, including crab and oysters. Oxford Market and Deli Selection of groceries from coffee and snacks to sodas and ice cream, plus salads and breakfast sandwiches, as well as beer and wine. Robert Morris Inn 314 Tilghman St., Oxford 410-226-0160; www.schoonersonthecreek.com The Masthead at Pier Street Marina Offering steamed crabs and Maryland seafood, plus a lite fare menu of salads, sandwiches, steamed seafood, steaks and more. 104 W. Pier St., Oxford 410-226-5171; www.themastheadatpierstreet.com Sherwood Lowe’s Wharf Restaurant Live music, cold beer, cocktails, and wine, a fireplace and patio bar with fantastic sunsets, right on the water. 21651 Lowes Wharf Rd., Sherwood 410-745-6684; www.loweswharf.com St. Michaels 1812 Tavern Tavern-style English favorites, like fish and chips and Shepard’s pie, plus Eastern Shoreinspired dishes. 105 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5557; www.1812tavern.com 208 Talbot The brainchild of chef David Clark, recently voted Best Chef on the Eastern Shore, and a 25+ year veteran of the industry. 208 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3838; www.208talbot.com Ava’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar Unique menu, extensive wine and beer list, plus outdoor patio with a retractable roof, fireplaces and a waterfall. 409 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3081; www.avaspizzeria.com 203 S. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-0015; www.theoxfordmarket.com 36 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org Awful Arthur’s Seafood Company Serving fresh seafood, including an oyster bar, plus clams, shrimp, mussels, crab legs, crawfish and a famous steamed seafood platter. 402 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3474; www.awfularthursusa.com Bistro St. Michaels Modern dishes rooted in traditional culinary styles, offering sustainable seafood and organic vegetables. 403 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-9111; www.bistrostmichaels.com Blackthorn Irish Pub A family-oriented public house offering a taste of the Emerald Isle with a bit of Old Bay, plus live music on the weekends. 209 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8011 www.facebook.com/blackthornirishpub We’re more than just great seafood & oysters. Carpenter Street Saloon Home of the Union Jack Pub & Fireside Lounge. Hearty breakfasts and lunch of local favorites, including crab vegetable soup and the saloon burger; plus traditional local dinners after 5 p.m. Dine on our deck or waterfront dining room. 113 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5111; www.carpenterstreetsaloon.com Chesapeake Landing Restaurant & Seafood Market 125 Mulberry Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663 Family owned and operated seafood restaurant, carry out and seafood market. 23713 St. Michaels Rd., St. Michaels 410-745-9600 www.chesapeakelandingrestaurant.com Crepes by the Bay Delicious and affordable, sweet and savory breakfast and lunch of French crepes, tucked behind Acme. 413 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8429; www.facebook.com/ Crepes-By-The-Bay-LLC-684895251600393 410-745-5577 START and Please note: Ad proofs are sent in low resolution to expedite transmission Please proof carefully, sign and return today. A signed approval of this proof is required for publication of your ad. Please return the proof within Foxy’s Harbor GrilleYou may make as many changes as you like to this proof. However, after this point changes will be Full bar on St. Michaels Harbor, with craft ($70/hour). Our errors will, of course, be corrected at any point without charge. beer and frozen libations, plus fresh steamed seafood, fish tacos and more. 125 Mulberry St., St. Michaels Completed 410-745-4340; www.foxysharborgrille.com Gina’s Café Your Summer with ad is copyrighted material and property of Chesapeake Bay Media, LLC Chesapeake Music Approved Approved with changes Unique southwest restaurant/bar, offering Southwest, seafood and vegetarian options, Chesapeake Chamber Music Festival Signature_________________________________________________________________ Bookmark your summer plus full bar, craft beers on tap, and wine. 601 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-6400; www.facebook.com/ Ginas-Cafe-512634522082852 Please Town Dock-TCTG-16.indd 1 First Two Weeks of June with musical memories on Maryland’s Eastern Shore! return proof to:____________________________ FAXJazz #:_______________________ Monty Alexander Festival Labor Day Weekend chesapeakemusic.org|410-819-0380 Experience the Extraordinary TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 37 TA S T E & SAVO R Harbourside Grill St. Michaels Crab & Steak House The Tilghman Island Inn Spectacular waterfront marina views on a covered port deck, featuring a relaxed atmosphere with comfy couches and local draught beers and spirits. Numerous variations on the crab and steak theme, including a steamer and raw bar, in centuries-old building plus an outdoor deck. Unique and intimate all-season waterfront resort that celebrates food, wine and hospitality, with views of the Chesapeake Bay. 305 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-745-3737; www.stmichaelscrabhouse.com 21384 Coopertown Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2141; www.tilghmanislandinn.com St. Michaels Seafood Bar & Grill Tilghman Island Country Store Open year round, and specializing in the freshest seafood, enjoyed by a wood-burning fireplace. Hot and cold breakfast and lunch sandwiches, plus salads, a large selection of beer, wine, and liquor, and homemade desserts. 1216 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-4000; www.stmichaelsseafood.com 5949 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2777 www.facebook.com/tilghmanislandcountrystore 101 N. Harbor Rd., St. Michaels 410-745-9001; www.harbourinn.com Lan’s Tapas & Winebar St. Michaels’ first tapas restaurant, offering small-plate menu, plus beers on tap and wines by the glass or bottle. 103 Fremont St., St. Michaels 410-745-8001; www.lanstapasandwine.com Mike & Eric’s Front Street Restaurant & Bar Relaxed, gourmet experience offering signature dishes and innovative creations from Chef Eric. 200 S. Talbot St., St Michaels 410-745-8380; www.mikeandericsfrontstreet.com Rusticana Pizza Old World hand-tossed New York-style pizza and other Italian specialties. The Crab Claw Restaurant Fifty years of casual waterfront dining with spectacular views, a full menu, and steamed crabs as a specialty. 304 Burns St., St. Michaels 410-745-2900; www.thecrabclaw.com Theo’s Steaks, Sides & Spirits Everything from shrimp cocktail and Korean lettuce wraps, and truffle fries, to hand-cut prime steaks, seafood, pasta and sides to share. 1013 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3434; www.facebook.com/pages/ Rusticana-PizzaSt-Michaels 407 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2106; www.theossteakhouse.com Sam’s Pizza and Restaurant Fresh seasonal dishes, with a focus on seafood, coupled with an extensive wine, beer and cocktail selection, via waterfront dining. Family friendly eatery serving fresh pizzas, plus seafood, burgers and sandwiches, soups, salads and Italian and Greek favorites. 1110 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5955; www.samspizzastmichaels.com Shore Barbecue Company Barbecue, breakfast and seafood, available for dining in, takeout, and catering. 208 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8048; www.shorebbq.com Sinful 1930s speakeasy-style experience offering the best desserts, finest liquors, all in a romantic adult destination. Reservations required. 406 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2048; www.sinfulstmichaelsdesserts.com Stars at the Inn At Perry Cabin by Belmond Offering delicious breakfast, light al fresco lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner at one of the finest restaurants on Maryland’s shore. 308 Watkins Ln., St. Michaels 410-745-2200/800-722-2949; www.belmond.com/inn-at-perry-cabin-st-michaels 38 Talbot County Travel Guide Town Dock Food & Spirits 125 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-745-5577; www.towndockrestaurant.com Tilghman Island Characters Bridge Restaurant Two If By Sea Restaurant Established by executive chef Henry Miller, who specializes in “casual all-American fare, with an added twist,” featuring monthly cooking classes. 5776 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2447; www.twoifbysearestaurant.com Trappe Talbot Smokehouse Combining all styles of BBQ with great seafood, steaks and chops, plus craft cocktails and beer, and featuring RAR Brewing. 4021 Main St., Trappe 410-476-6202; www.talbotsmokehouse.com Trappe Family Restaurant Perfect local restaurant for group and kids, offering take-out, catering, and outdoor seating, with reservations taken but not required. 4014 Main St., Trappe 410-476-6126; www.trappefamilyrestaurant.com Amazing seafood, burgers, and—in season, hot steamed crabs—indoor with a water view, or outside on the Tiki bar patio. 6136 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-1060; www.charactersbridgerestaurant.com Harrison’s Chesapeake House Serving the finest in fresh, boat-to-table seafood and locally-sourced farm products since 1930. 21551 Chesapeake House Dr., Tilghman Island 410-886-2121; www.chesapeakehouse.com Marker 5 Restaurant & Tiki Bar Casual waterfront dining restaurant that epitomizes the concept of fresh, local cuisine with a great outdoor bar. 6178 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-1122; www.markerfive.com 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org STROLL & SHOP Antiques Poor Richard’s Antiques South Street Art Gallery Easton Rare 18th-century furniture and decorative arts from New England, Pennsylvania, and Southern colonies. Fine art gallery located in a Victorian house; home to a guild of mid-Atlantic artists, exhibitions, and education. Easton Antique and Art Gallery 5551 Ferry Neck, Royal Oak 410-200-0007 5 South St., Easton 410-770-8350; www.southstreetartgallery.com St. Michaels Studio B Gallery Antiques and collectibles, plus Shore Boys Soups—take home a pint or two of their cream of crab or cream of charred tomato. 25 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-763-9298 Foxwell’s Antiques & Collectibles Antique gifts, collectibles, and home accessories in an antique mall conveniently located right off of Route 50. 7793 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-820-9705 Tandem Antiques & Fine Arts Center, LLC 18th- and 19th-century furniture including Eastern Shore pieces, plus jewelry, folk and fine art, decoys, silver, American flags, and rare books. 8614 Ocean Gateway, Ste. 1, Easton 410-829-3559; www.tandemantiqueseaston.com Tharpe Antiques & Decorative Arts Everything from china and silver to art and furniture in an upscale consignment shop benefiting the Talbot Historical Society. 30 S. Washington St., Easton 410-820-7525; www.hstc.org The Cairn An attic-style treasure trove of rare and collectible furniture, art, china, silver, glassware, and more. 23 E. Dover St., Easton 443-298-0073 Trumpeter Swan Antiques Everything from carved ducks and guns to cut crystal and sterling silver, plus furniture, stoneware, and more. 35 E. Dover St., Easton 410-463-5805; www.trumpeterswanantiques.com Oxford Americana Antiques 18th- and 19th-century Americana, furniture, paintings, clocks, period accessories, folk art, and antique carousel figures. 111 S. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-5677; www.americanaantiques.net Royal Oak Oak Creek Sales Antiques on Talbot Nautical gems including oyster plates, cans, and decoys, plus old tools, jewelry, books, and housewares. 211 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5208; www.antiquesontalbot.com Guilford & Company 19th- and 10th- century antique and estate jewelry, including signed pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Bulgari, and more. 101 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5544; www.guilfordandcompany.com Art Galleries Offering the oil paintings of Betty Huang; plus a selection of Camille Przewodek paintings and art books. 7B Goldsborough St., Easton 443-988-1818; www.studiobartgallery.com Trippe-Hilderbrandt Gallery The gallery of water-colorist Don Hilderbrandt and photographer Nanny Trippe. 23 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-310-8727; www.trippehilderbrandtgallery.com Troika Gallery Exclusive original fine art by 34 regional, national, and international artists in a sophisticated gallery with friendly working studio. Easton 9 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-9190; www.troikagallery.com 717 Gallery St. Michaels Spacious gallery featuring nationally recognized artist Louis Escobedo’s evocative figures, still life’s, street scenes, and landscapes; invitational exhibitions and gallery events; plus rare art books, workshops and classes. 717 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-241-7020; www.717gallery.com Grafton Galleries Featuring the contemporary art renderings of classical landscape artist David Grafton; plus classes, workshops and symposiums, and mural commissions. 32 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-8922; www.graftonart.com Lu-Ev Framing Shop & Gallery Full-service framing shop offering originals and prints, and specializing in local scenes, along with Maryland and Federal Duck Stamps. 25-27 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-5770 Le Hatchery Unique art experience encompassing art galleries, custom framing, collectibles, sculpture, antiques, photography, fine art, folk art and gifts, plus demos and instruction. Candleberry Gallery A cooperative art gallery in St. Michaels, featuring local artists from the Eastern Shore. 210 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2420; www.candleberrygallery.com Dragonfly Galleria Offering the work of Maryland’s artists and craft persons, curated for their uniqueness, beauty of form, function and quality workmanship. 100 E. Chew Ave., St. Michaels 410-745-5600; www.dragonflygalleria.com Gregorio Gallery A gallery of fine photography, pottery, glass and other hand-made crafts. 104 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0927 Ouvert Museum, gallery and cultural gift store offering multimedia, sculpture, mosaic, jewelry, pottery, photography and paintings. 207 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 443-521-4084; www.ouvertgallery.com 125 Kemp Ln., Easton 410-310-5070; www.lehatchery.gallery Two buildings packed with antiques and collectibles just a stone’s throw from the intersection of Rt. 329 and Bellevue Road. 25939 Royal Oak Rd., Royal Oak 410-745-3193; www.oakcreeksales.com TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 39 STROLL & SHOP The Clark Gallery of Fine Art Kiln Born Creations Frivolous Fibers Home to the contemporary and abstract art of Heidi Clark and Patricia G. Spitaleri. Food-safe and water-soluble pottery painting and glass fusing for all ages in downtown Easton. 308 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0960; www.clarkfineartgallery.com 1 S. Washington St., Easton 410-770-9091; www.kilnborncreations.com One-stop yarn shop offering classes and groups, and all your knitting and crocheting needs. Located inside the Green Phoenix. Chincheck Sports Locker Boutiques & Specialty EASTON Albright’s Gun Shop New and used guns, gun-smithing and gear, plus guided waterfowl hunting trips with the Eastern Shore’s best outfitters. 36 E. Dover St., Easton 410-820-8811; www.albrightsgunshop.com Andrea’s Papillon Designer and one-of-a-kind handbags, luggage, belts, small leather goods, jewelry, and clothing selected from around the world. 11 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-820-4925; www.andreaspapillon.com Easton’s leader for the elite lacrosse player, featuring Warrior, Brine, Epoch Lax and Stringking brands. 210 Marlboro Ave., Ste. 8, Easton 443-239-0178 www.facebook.com/ChincheckSportsLocker 31 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-6580; www.frivolousfibers.com Frugalicious Upscale consignment boutique, specializing in name brand and designer clothing and accessories for women. 5 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-3355; www.frugalicious.com Colonial Jewelers of Easton Garden Treasures Custom designs, exquisite estate pieces and fine quality jewelry since 1984. Apparel, furnishings, and home goods, from serving pieces to picnic accessories, linens, rugs and flags, with a garden theme. 218 N. Washington St. #27, Easton 410-822-7611; www.colonialjewelersofeaston.com Crackerjacks Specialty toys and books with an emphasis on quality toys and personal service, celebrating 30 years in Easton. 29350 Matthewstown Rd., Easton 410-822-1604; www.gardentreasuresmd.com Hampden Designs, LLC Hand-painted canvas floor cloths, decoupage lamps, and other custom gifts. 7 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-7716; www.crackerjackstoys.com 6965 Cooke’s Hope Rd., Easton 410-310-9309; www.hampdendesigns.com Fine men’s apparel, including made-tomeasure shirts and an off-the-rack collection of clothing and accessories. Curlicue Hill’s Drug Stores 1 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-819-0657; www.facebook.com/Berrier-LTD Fun, one-of-a-kind gifts and housewares, from embroidered pillows to eclectic tabletop decor. 19 Goldsborough St., Easton 443-746-3095; www.curlicuethestore.com Independent, third-generation family-owned pharmacy focused on prompt, efficient, friendly and professional service. Berrier Ltd. Menswear Blue Heron Yarns Fine quality hand-painted knitting and weaving yarns in all materials and colors. 8737 Brooks Dr. #108, Easton 410-819-0401; www.blueheronyarns.com Bon Mojo Mixture of furnishings, antiques, folk art, and gifts, plus vintage-inspired line of women’s clothing and accessories. 113 E. Dover St., Easton 443-239 2205; www.bonmojo.com Bountiful Interiors The most complete design center on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, featuring extensive collections of fabric, trim, and wallpaper. 218 N. Washington St., Easton 410-819-8666; www.bountifuldecor.com Chef & Shower Unique gourmet kitchen and bath accessories, plus cooking classes featuring local chefs, in downtown Easton. 25 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-714-4741; www.chefandshower.com Dragonfly Upscale women’s boutique offering hip, casual classics, designer apparel, and chic accessories. 21 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-763-9262 www.facebook.com/dragonflyboutiquemd Dwelling & Design Carefully curated selection of lighting, accessories, and furniture for the interior designer in everyone. 13 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-822-2211; www.dwellinganddesign.com Easton Cigar & Smoke Shop Cigars, pipes, and accessories, featuring a leather-appointed smoking lounge with three flat screen TVs. 30 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-2666; www.hillsdrugstore.com 503 Cynwood Dr., Easton 410-822-3700; www.hillsdrugstore.com La De Da Fabulously fun fashion, jewelry, and accessories for women. 13 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-6711; www.ladedatoo.com Lanham Hall Truly unique home furnishings, antiques, fashion jewelry, and accessories, by Lanham Hall Design. 4 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-5040; www.lanhamhalldesign.com Lizzy Dee 6 Glenwood Ave. Ste. # 1, Easton 410-770-5084 Locally owned women’s clothing boutique focused on personalized style and an alwaysupdated collection of clothing, accessories and handbags. Easton Market Square 20 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-770-4374; www.facebook.com/lizzydee.easton Year-round farmers’ market offering local fruits, vegetables, artisan cheeses, homemade sweets, and gourmet meals to go. 137 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-7778; www.lehrjacksonassociates.com Marc Randall Fierce fashion for women who share the opinion that fashion is an art and a creative force for expressing your true self. 3 E. Dover St., Easton 410-820-4077; www.marcrandall.com 40 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org STROLL & SHOP Miranda’s Shoes Sailor Silver Linings A “sit and fit” footwear boutique with staff specifically trained to properly fit footwear. Men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, and gifts, featuring such designers as Lilly Pulitzer, Vineyard Vines, and more. Unique statement pieces, nautical and Chesapeake Bay themed jewelry, plus customizable collections by Chamilia and Kameleon. 35 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-7111; www.facebook.com/Sailor 13 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-7333; www.silverliningsmd.com Moonvine Salisbury Gift & Garden St. Mark’s Thrift Shop Whimsical, one-of-a-kind gifts, cards, antiques, jewelry and floral creations designed by Pama. The factory store of local manufacturer Salisbury Pewter, offering everything from corporate gifts to outdoor furniture. Treasure trove of vintage, antique, and gently used clothing, housewares, jewelry, books, and much more. 6505 Old Trappe Rd., Easton 410-820-5202; www.salisburygiftandgarden.com 311 E. Dover St., Easton 410-820-7106 A Second Chance Consignments Swank Home decor, household items, furniture, collectibles, vintage, antiques, purses, electronics and more, on consignment. Offering trendy and affordable clothing for fashion forward girls heading out on the town, or into the office. Robin’s Nest Floral & Garden Center 29535 Dover Rd., Easton 410-820-5050 www.secondchanceconsignmenteastonmd.com 219 Marlboro Ave., Ste. 44, Easton 410-690-3284; www.facebook.com/swank Locally owned and operated florist, garden center, greenhouse, gift shop, and Christmas store. Shearer the Jeweler 218 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-3880 www.facebook.com/mirandasshoesmd 21A N. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-4451; www.facebook.com/pages/Moonvine News Center Full-service bookstore featuring newspapers and magazines, as well as Hallmark cards and gifts, plus a café. 218 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-7212; www.newscentermd.net Chesapeake Bay 9399 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-822-8700; www.robinsnestfloral.com BOATING AT produced by Jill Allen Talbots MAGAZINE Curated selection of fine jewelry, watches and clocks, plus gifts and repair services in Easton I T for S Bnearly E S T a century. 22 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-2279; www.shearerthejeweler.com Women’s apparel chain offering classic and chic work-wear, dresses, casual clothing, and accessories. 218 N. Washington St. #58, Easton 410-763-9650; www.talbots.com Hog Neck Golf Course CELEBRATING 40 YEARS! 18-Hole Championship Course 9-Hole Executive Course Come Browse Our Fully Stocked Pro Shop • Full-Service Cafe • Yearly Memberships • Pavilion Rental for Special Occasions Hog Neck Golf Course 410.822.6079 10142 Old Cordova Road, Easton, Maryland 21601 TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 41 STROLL & SHOP Talbot Oriental Rugs Fine new and antique Oriental rugs in a range of sizes, plus expert cleaning, repairing, and restoration services. Brewer Boatyard Ships Store Extensive inventory of hardware, parts, marine paints, filters, fasteners, and cleaning supplies for the boat owner. 32 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-7400; www.talbotorientalrugs.com 402 E. Strand, Oxford 410-226-5101; www.byy.com The Bazaar Consignment Store Oxford Museum Gift Shop Clothing from active wear to wedding dresses, plus designer bags, and housewares, staffed by volunteers of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Trinkets, souvenirs and gifts from the museum that preserves and displays Oxford’s 350 years of colonial and American history. 121 Federal St., Easton 410-822-2031; www.facebook.com/the-bazaar 100 S. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-0191; www.oxfordmuseum.org The Green Phoenix The Treasure Chest Store and gallery featuring a unique collection of fine art and fine crafts by local, regional, and fair trade artists. 31 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-7554 www.facebook.com/greenphoenixgallery Trade Whims Boutique of gifts, linens, and clothings with the mantra of “whatever the wind blows in,” in downtown Easton. 15 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-9610; www.tradewhims.com Vintage Books and Fine Art Maryland and Eastern Shore history, poetry, literature, and philosophy in one of the area’s finest bookstores and art galleries. 7 E. Dover St., Easton 410-562-3403 www.facebook.com/vintagebooksmd Westphal Jewelers Centrally located “treasure chest” of artwork and handmade items from more than 15 local artists. 214 N. Morris St., Oxford 410-924-8817 www.facebook.com/thetreasurechestinoxford St. Michaels A Wish Called Wanda Jewelry, purses, scarves, candles, artisan soaps, art glass, and pottery from some of the most talented American artists of today. 110 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-6763 American Holiday St. Michaels Indoor and outdoor home accessories, tabletop collections, decor, and entertainment-wares for hostesses and homemakers. 300 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-690-3150 www.facebook.com/shopamericanholiday More than 40 years creating custom fine jewelry; plus renowned brands like House of Waterford, Grainger McKoy, and Nicole Barr. Broken Rudder Sportswear 19 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-7774; www.westphaljewelers.com 103 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-9170 www.facebook.com/BrokenRudderSportswear Oxford Hinckley Yacht Ships Store Outerwear, glassware, gifts, hats, and more, for the discerning owners and admirers of iconic, classic Hinckley yachts. 202 Bank St., Oxford 410-226-5113; www.hinckleyshipstore.com Mystery Loves Company Booksellers In-depth collection of new and gently used mysteries, plus books on the Eastern Shore’s history and heritage. 202 S. Morris St., Oxford 410-226-0010; www.mysterylovescompany.com An array of St. Michaels sportswear, hats and sweats, plus Tervis Tumblers and other fun gifts. B’s Stitches Hundreds of hand-painted canvases and threads, plus finishing services and classes in a full-service needlepoint shop. 209 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-6146; www.b-stitches.com Charisma Clothing Boutique Large offering of misses and women’s sizes, plus custom orders in a trendy St. Michaels women’s boutique. 201 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0352 www.facebook.com/Charisma-Clothing-Boutique Chesapeake Bay Outfitters Stylish and classic women’s and men’s clothing, footwear, and accessories, with an understated resort vibe. 100 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3107 Chesapeake Bay Maritime Store Coastal clothing, home decor, toys, jewelry and nautical gifts from one of the area’s most renowned museums. 213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-4963; www.cbmm.org Chesapeake Trading Company Fine women’s apparel, artisan jewelry and stylish hats, plus beautiful home accessories, and a variety of books and music. 102 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-9797 Come By Chance Sophisticated, coastal home goods, with a different approach to shopping based on the casual elegance of the Eastern Shore lifestyle. 202 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5745 www.facebook.com/Come-By-Chance Crabi Gras French for “Fat Crab,” a culinary boutique offering spices, hot sauces, bbq spices, rubs, dips and more, plus Eastern Shore-inspired gifts. 100 Carpenter St., St. Michaels 410-228-0108; www.facebook.com/ pages/Crabi-Gras-St-Michaels Creative Xpressions Custom framing, plus original art including paintings, pottery, jewelry, glassware, and more. 204-C S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 443-239-1367; www.facebook.com/pages/ Creative-Xpressions-LLC/109098589132604 DBS Fine Jewelers Beautifully hand-fabricated fine jewelry and exclusive collections from nationally and internationally recognized designers. 111 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2626; www.dbsjewelers.com Fine Old Posters Original vintage posters, extending from the 1880’s to the 1980’s with a few more modern classics included. 405 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-6009; www.fineoldposters.com Flamingo Flats One of the nation’s oldest purveyors of hot sauces, plus other delicacies for everyone and treasures from everywhere. 100 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2053; www.flamingoflats.com 42 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org STROLL & SHOP Gatsby’s Collection Justamere Trading Post Ophiuroidea “The O” Direct importer of hand-picked vintage European furniture and contemporary furnishings. Family-owned business offering bulk herbs, more tan 50 teas, sterling silver jewelry, blankets, flutes, drums, crafts, and more. Coastal home decor, indoor and outdoor furnishings, art, gifts and clothing in the historic mill district of St. Michaels. 1110 S. Talbot St., #9, St. Michaels 410-745-2227; www.justamereherb.com 404 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-9000; www.justamereherb.com 609 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8057; www.ophiuroidea.com 1007 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3700; www.thegatz.com Guilford & Company Estate pieces from the Victorian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Art Moderne periods including signed pieces by Cartier, Bulgari and more. 101 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5544; www.guilfordandcompany.com Higgins & Spencer, Inc. More than 60 years of fine furniture and interior design services for the gracious homes of historic Maryland. 902 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5192; www.higginsandspencer.com Jewel of St. Michaels Production by:curvy Mike Fashionable finds catered to the woman, featuring sizes 10-24 at reasonable prices. 200 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-690-3156 www.facebook.com/Jewel-of-St-Michaels Pemberton Pharmacy & Gift Keepers of St. Michaels Outfitting fine country lifestyles of discerning shoppers with collections like Barbour clothing, Orvis luggage. 116B N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-6388 Curated collection of chic and designer clothing and accessories in St. Michaels for the ultra fashionable woman. Olivins Tasting Room More than 40 aged balsamic vinegars, 20 flavored extra virgin olive oils, 16 fine EVOOS, and other gift items. 205 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-924-6607; www.olivinsstmichaels.com 204 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8382 www.facebook.com/pembertonstmichaels Pizazzzz Knotty Living 214A S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-690-3400 www.facebook.com/KnottyLivingSM Full-service pharmacy and specialty gift boutique with an extensive selection of medications, vitamins, and convenience products. Fun ladies’ accessories, including a bountiful selection of scarves, fashion jewelry, and “must-have” purses. 100-A S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2100 www.facebook.com/PizazzzzStmichaels Production by: Mike Rings and Things Women’s clothing and accessories, plus a wide selection of fun and stylish jewelry in a charming St. Michaels boutique. 216 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3881 www.facebook.com/stmichaelsrings LOUIS ESCOBEDO “Lynx” By William Storck “Twenty Shades of Blue” Oil 17x16 Specializing in Modern Realism Paintings The Finest of Fine Art 9 South Harrison Street, Easton, MD 21601 410-770-9190 TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 TroikaGallery.com Exclusive Representative for Louis Escobedo 717 Goldsborough Street, Easton,MD 410 - 214 - 7020 gallery717@yahoo.com www.717gallery.com Talbot County Travel Guide 43 STROLL & SHOP Tilghman Island Sewing Factory Take Me Home Unique sewing items and gifts, plus fun Chesapeake Bay-inspired marine novelties in the 1925 Old Sewing Factor building. Curated yet diverse collection of charming home good goods and decor in a quaint seaport shop. 609 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3178; www.stmichaelssewfact.com 216 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2622; www.simplymusthaves.com More than 12,000 books of all watery categories: yachting, naval, ships, islands, wrecks, rivers, and more. Silva Wear The Candleberry Shoppe Colorful, one-of-a-kind jewelry of crocheted wire, freshwater pearls, semi-precious stones, and glass beads by Jeannette Silva. Diverse gifts, including candles, children’s clothing, games, and toys, plus travel mugs, scarves, garden accessories, and more. 5782 Tilghman Island Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2230; www.crawfordsnautical.com 214 S. Talbot St., St Michaels 410-463-0739; www.silvawear.net 210 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2420; www.candleberryshoppe.com Oldest continually operated shop on Tilghman Island offering road and marine use fuels, propane, fishing tackle, drinks and snacks. Silver Linings The Christmas Shop Unique statement pieces, nautical and Chesapeake Bay themed jewelry, plus customizable collections by Chamilia and Kameleon. Specially selected Christmas-themed gifts from around the world, offering both worldly and nautical-themed decorations and holiday trinkets. 6108 Tilghman Island Rd. 410-886-9807 203 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0266; www. silverliningsmd.com Simpatico, Italy’s Finest Hand-selected, artisan products, from ceramics and books to specialty Italian foods, directly imported from Italy. 216 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-9346 The Plaid Zebra Clothing for babies, ages newborn through 4T, plus gifts for men & women. 104-106 Railroad Ave., St. Michaels 410-745-0345; www.simpaticostmichaels.com 112 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8023 Sophie’s Poseys The Preppy Redneck Flower and gift delivery in St. Michaels, featuring a selection of fresh flowers and gifts for any occasion. One-of-a-kind trinkets, treasures and gifts hand-crafted by local artists in a unique boutique in St. Michaels. 500 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-4045; www.sophiesposeysstmichaels.com 310 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-829-3635; www.thepreppyredneck.com St. Michaels Candy & Gifts The Shops at Sea Captain’s Cottage Everything from chocolates, jellybeans and farm fresh ice-cream to creative gifts and fun decorations in St. Michaels. Inspirational collection of antiques and collectibles, furniture, fine art and crafts, sculpture, photography, jewelry and home décor. 216 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-6060 www.facebook.com/SaintMichaelsCandyAndGifts St. Michaels Essentials Maryland and Eastern Shore lifestyle-inspired apparel, accessories, trinkets and gifts, including such brands as Salt Life. 107 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2191; www.facebook.com/ St-Michaels-Essentials-436477603071763 305 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-253-4578 www.facebook.com/seacaptainscottage Woodcraft Artisans Three-dimensional wood-crafted maps and charts, plus nautically inspired home décor, teak furniture, art, gifts, silk, and more. 200 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-4100; www.woodcraftartisansonline.com St. Michaels Pet Supplies Ye Olde Cabinet Shoppe Wide selection of basic supplies to unique toys, accessories and gifts to satisfy the day-to-day needs of your dogs and cats. Custom designed and crafted bespoke furniture and cabinets, plus fine furniture kits, and repair, restoration, and reproduction. 203 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-5257; www.stmichaelspetsupplies.com 605 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-463-1044; www.yeoldecabinetshoppe.com 44 Talbot County Travel Guide Crawfords Nautical Books Fairbank’s Tackle Trappe Pop’s Market Family owned and operated market offering Amish-built furniture, sheds, mini barns and gazebos, plus trailers, farm equipment, golf carts and more. 4093 Ocean Gateway, Trappe 410-476-3900; www.popsmarket.com Tammy’s Cool Things Offering everything from neon printed bags, patchwork coats, and one-of-a-kind pins for your inner (or outer) hippie. 2281 Ocean Gateway, Trappe 410-476-3300 www.facebook.com/tammyscoolthings Quilt Vine Inspirational atmosphere for shopping designer fabric, notions, patterns and books; sewing; and classes with friends. 3987 Main St., Trappe 410-476-6166; www.quiltvine.com Unicorn Bookshop Full range of secondhand books—from the average to the rare—reasonably priced and in just about every category. 3935 Ocean Gateway, Trappe 410-476-3838; www.unicornbookshop.com Wittman McMartin & Beggins Artisan furniture, custom designed and built in timeless styles from simple and unadorned to sophisticated and formal. 9027 Tilghman Island Rd., Wittman 410-745-5715; www.mcmartinbeggins.com 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org 46th Annual Waterfowl Festival ® November 11–13, 2016 Easton, Maryland TALBOT COUNTY MARYLAND Our people make it work. The Ultimate Eastern Shore Experience! The nation’s first and finest wildlife art show You are familiar with Talbot County as a vacation destination; now consider it an address for your business. Eastern Shore Sporting & Hunting Traditions Taste the Chesapeake! Outdoor Activities Tickets $15 for all three days VIP packages also available Premiere Night is Thursday, November10 WaterfowlFestival.org | 410.822.4567 TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 • Miles of Chesapeake Bay waterfront with historic towns and villages, extraordinary dining and outstanding recreation opportunities • An easy commute to the I 95 and Washington Baltimore corridor and access to over 90 federal labs and institutions • Home to Easton Airport, an FAA recognized General Aviation Airport providing jet services and charter flights to international airports • A growing community of workforce talent in healthcare and professional services, manufacturing, leisure and hospitality sectors • The lowest real property tax rate in the state of Maryland with room for business expansion and development Please call or visit: Talbot County Office of Economic Development 410-770-8058 | talbotcountymd.gov Talbot County Travel Guide 45 GETTING HERE REQUEST YOUR FREE MAPS! Like to bike? Then you’ll love the FREE Talbot County Bicycle Map. It tells you where to ride, to rent and get repairs. It’s your guide to seeing farms, forests, historic sites, water views and wildlife from your saddle. VISITOR INFORMATION At the Talbot County Office of Tourism, we’re ready to help you plan your trip. Our website offers the most up-to-date information available. You can also call, or stop by the Talbot County Visitor Center, at 11 S. Harrison Street in Easton. We’re open from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday. We’ve got the latest on lodging, dining, things to do and so much more. Talbot County Visitor Center, 11 S. Harrison St. Easton, MD 21601, (410) 770-8000 TALBOT COUNTY & THE CHESAPEAKE BAY The Tilghman Island and Bay Hundred Water Trails Map is your guide to navigating the watery paradise at the western edge of Talbot County, along the incomparably beautiful Chesapeake Bay. Do you Kayak? Canoe? Paddleboard? If so, you will LOVE the FREE St. Michaels Water Trails Map which is a guide to Talbot County sights, a reminder of safe boating practices and a diary for recording your paddling exploits. All Maps are available online at www.TourTalbot.org or by calling 410-770-8000. You may also visit the Talbot County Visitor Center at 11 S. Harrison St. in Easton. 46 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org by land Talbot County is on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, east-southeast of Washington, D.C. We’re approximately 90 minutes from both Baltimore and Washington, but travelers must cross the 4.3-mile-long Chesapeake Bay Bridge outside Annapolis, the longest continuous over-water structure in the world. From the bridge, just follow U.S. Route 50, the Eastern Shore’s main thoroughfare, which runs right through the heart of Talbot County. DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN EASTON Annapolis, MD Baltimore, MD Dover, DE New York, NY Norfolk, VA Ocean City, MD Philadelphia, PA Richmond, VA Trenton, NJ Washington, D.C. Wilmington, DE By Water With more than 600 miles of shoreline, Talbot County is a boater’s paradise. Not only does the western edge of the county touch the Chesapeake Bay, but five major rivers—the Wye, Miles, Tred Avon, Choptank and Tuckhoe—either border or run through the county. And when you get here, we have many boatyards and marinas to service your needs, from fuel and supplies to docking and repairs—or just hanging out with fellow skippers. By Air Though there’s no commercial air service, Easton/Newnam Field Airport (ESN) provides access for aviation enthusiasts, corporate pilots and local businesses. Constructed for use by the military during World War II, today Easton Airport is one of the busiest general aviation facilities in Maryland, linking Talbot County to the entire country and to the world. The airport is just two miles north of downtown Easton. To learn more, visit www.eastonairport.com. TALBOT COUNTY 41 miles 71 miles 45 miles 201 miles 185 miles 76 miles 109 miles 181 miles 147 miles 72 miles 85 miles TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000 Talbot County Travel Guide 47 T R A N S P O R TAT I O N CHARTER FLIGHT SERVICES East Coast Flight Services, Inc. 29111 Newnam Rd., Easton 410-820-6633; www.eastcoastflight.com Maryland Air 29137 Newnam Rd., #9, Easton 410-822-0400; www.mdair.com Skyline Flight 9415 Jet Ln., Easton 877-359-7594; www.myskylineflight.com Trident Aircraft 9220 Joe Marsh Ln., Easton 410-604-1333; www.tridentaircraft.com RENTAL CARS Enterprise Car Rentals 29276 Erickson Dr. #6A, Easton 410-822-3260; www.enterprise.com Koon’s Easton Toyota Car Rental 6730 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-822-8000; www.koonstoyotaeaston.com TAXIES ANd SHUTTLES Bay Country Taxi & Transportation Taxis, town cars, and 6- and 15- person vans for large groups, available 24 hours-a-day. 218 N. Washington St., Ste. 19, Easton 410-770-9030; www.baycountrytaxi.com Executive Taxi and Transportation Service Fleet of 12 vehicles offering service for weddings, corporate, and pick-up and drop-off services to regional airports and train stations. 218 N. Washington St., Ste. 19, Easton 410-820-8294; www.executivetaxicabservices.com Bayrunner Shuttle Service Kent Island Sedan Services, Inc. Daily shuttles transporting travelers to and from BWI and MARC, with pick up at the Easton Airport. Offering professional, prompt transportation across Maryland’s Eastern Shore and Western Shore with fleet of seven vehicles. 29137 Newnam Rd., Easton 410-822-5444; www.bayrunnershuttle.com Dave Draper 200 Body’s Neck Rd., Chester 443-988-3345; www.kentislandsedanservices.com Independent driver and courier service. RMA Limo Service 410-829-0569; www.daveprivatedriver.com Serves more than 600 cities, including towns throughout Talbot County. Eastern Shore Transportation 12270 Wilkins Ave., Rockville 410-820-8431; www.rmalimo.com Quality door-to-door service for individuals and small groups to local airports, evenings out, business events, festivals, and weddings. 28670 Island Creek Rd., Trappe 410-476-3540 Scotty’s Gotta Go Taxi & Limousine Service Available 24 hours-a-day for local service and limousine service to and from the airports and train stations. 123 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-1475 The “Good News” Magazine serving the Mid-Shore since 1979 For up-to-the-minute event information, pick up a FREE Attraction or visit our calendar online! www.AttractionMag.com If You Don’t Read It... You Don’t Know It! 48 Talbot County Travel Guide 410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org T I L G H M A N I S L A N D E A S T O N S T. M I C H A E L S Escape to Talbot County is home to some of the most beautiful and historic small towns in America. Explore our culinary treasures, one-of-a-kind boutiques and elegant inns. Or bike, kayak and sail the Chesapeake Bay. Plan your escape today! O X F O R D TourTalbot.org | 410-770-8000