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A Warm Welcome To HAGERSTOWN & WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD April 2026 - March 2027 Visitor Guide

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Visit Hagerstown-Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau 16 Public Square, Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-791-3246 visithagerstown.com | info@visithagerstown.com Dan Spedden, President Tiffany Ahalt, Director of Sales & Community Engagement Betsy DeVore, Director of Marketing & Communications Jolene Thomas, Director of Operations & Membership Terri Mulligan, Visitor Services Coordinator Dr. Emilie Amt, Historian in Residence _________ Design and Creative Direction: Laura Oates Design The 2026 Official Visitors Guide to Hagerstown and Washington County is published by the HagerstownWashington County (MD) Convention and Visitors Bureau and designed by Laura Oates Design. The publishers have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information and accept no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. Call in advance to verify information. The publishers retain all rights to this guide, and reproduction is prohibited without written permission of the publishers. Publication of an advertisement or article does not imply endorsement by the publishers. Copyright 2026. All rights reserved. _________ Photo Credits: Cover Photo: Bread Maker at Fort Frederick Annual 18th Century Market Fair.

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On behalf of Visit Hagerstown, I am excited to extend a heartfelt welcome to you as you explore the vibrant tapestry of Hagerstown and Washington County.

Our region, steeped in rich history and brimming with modern charm, is a remarkable destination where every moment tells a story.

As you traverse the rolling landscapes and historic sites, you will find yourself at the crossroads of our nation’s past. The iconic battlefields of South Mountain and Antietam await history enthusiasts, inviting you to reflect upon the events that shaped our country. Beyond our storied past, Hagerstown’s Arts & Entertainment District vibrates with life. Here, you can immerse yourself in a variety of performances, whether it’s a captivating concert by the Maryland Symphony Orchestra or a thought-provoking exhibition at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts.

But don’t just take our word for it; get outside and experience the breathtaking beauty that our outdoor paradise offers! Whether you’re hiking or biking along the Appalachian Trail, kayaking on the scenic Potomac River, or exploring the historic Chesapeake & Ohio Canal, Washington County presents an abundance of activities for adventurers of all levels. The diversity of our parks—five national parks and eight state parks—ensures that there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

As you venture into our charming towns, you’ll discover delightful boutiques, welcoming wineries, and picturesque landscapes that beckon you to slow down and savor the journey. Each small town has its own unique character, making exploration an adventure in itself.

At the heart of all we offer is the commitment of our community to provide you with a welcoming experience. Our rich culture, endless outdoor activities, and profound history combine to create a perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Thank you for choosing to visit Hagerstown and Washington County, Maryland.

We are thrilled to have you here and hope that your time with us is filled with inspiration, exploration, and joy.

Warm Regards,

Daniel P. Spedden

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Fort Frederick State Park is a top Revolutionary Attraction and Adventure site. Originally built for use during the French & Indian War, it also served as a prisoner camp during the Revolutionary War. Period themed events, such as the Market Fair, take place annually. This photo features Patrick McGuire, Lead Historical Interpreter at the fort.

Table of Contents Welcome 4 Welcome 5 Table of Contents 6 Celebrating America’s 250th in Washington County, MD Road Trip Guide 8 Hit the Road in Washington County, MD 9 Quaint Historic Towns 10 The Great American Road Trip 13 Pottery Trail Top Annual Festivals 14 Events Arts & Culture Guide 16 The Arts 17 Art Museum & Galleries 18 Performing Arts 19 Night Life Recreation Guide 21 Recreation Listings 25 Nearby Popular Attractions 26 Paddle, Float, Hike, & Bike 28 1 County 5 National Parks 29 Quick & Quirky Facts 30 Agricultural Experiences 31 Grapes & Grains Guide History Guide 32 Historical Sites 36 The Civil War in Washington County & Beyond 37 Civil War Battlefields 38 African-American History 39 Founder’s Footsteps Walking Tour Shopping Guide 40 Shop Local Dining Guide 44 Dine Local

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Celebrating America’s 250th in Washington County, MD First in Name, First in History In 2026, the United States marks its semiquincentennial—celebrating July 4th and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Here in Washington County, the celebration is twice as meaningful: our county was also founded in 1776 and holds the distinction of being the first in the nation named after George Washington.

EVENTS: April 23-26, 2026 THE ANNUAL FORT FREDERICK 18TH CENTURY MARKET FAIR Location: Fort Frederick State Park, Big Pool, MD Time: Thursday through Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Details: Sutlers (period vendors) selling 18th century wares including pottery, tin and copper ware, blacksmith wares, clothing, material and patterns, books, fireplace and cooking hardware, flintlock rifles & muskets, shooting pouches and accoutrements, horn wares, paintings and prints, lanterns, fresh baked items and much more are joined by colorful entertainers as you time travel back to an authentic 18th century market fair.

May 23, 2026 ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Location: Sharpsburg Will include 250th celebration floats.

May 24, 2026 ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Location: Boonsboro Will include 250th celebration floats.

June 13, 2026 MARYLAND’S NOBLE TRAIN OF ARTILLERY Location: Fort Frederick State Park, Big Pool, MD Time: 10am – 5pm Details: Experience military life during the American Revolution with the men and women of the Maryland Provincial Companies of Foot.

Highlights of the event include cannon firing demonstrations, musket firing presentations, hearth cooking, military and children’s drill.

July 4, 2026 WASHINGTON COUNTY 250TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. Location: Washington County Agricultural Education Center (Boonsboro/Sharpsburg) Time: July 4, 2026 (Festivities traditionally 12pm- 5pm, with evening events) Details: A family-friendly landmark event featuring historical reenactments, and local artisans. The night will culminate in a state-of-the-art drone show and a massive professional fireworks display.

July 9, 2026 STARS & STRIPES STREET FESTIVAL Location: South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD Details: Join us as we celebrate 250 years of history, heritage & culture in Hagerstown. This event will include activities for the whole family, live music and a time capsule unveiling from the Nation’s Bicentennial.

Weekends May-Sep CONOCOCHEAGUE INSTITUTE’S “REVOLUTIONARY HOMESTEAD” PROGRAMS Location: 12995 Bain Rd, Mercersburg, PA 717-328-2800 | cimlg.org Details: Imagine living through the birth of our nation: Could you start a fire with flint and steel?

Spin fibers into thread? Plant and harvest food from the garden? And where would your loyalties lie? Every weekend the Conococheague Institute’s “Revolutionary Homestead” programs explore how simple lives were shaped by one of the most formative periods in our history. Experience frontier life in the 1770s through engaging living history demonstrations and presentations.

Featuring a new animal husbandry initiative, hands-on gardening, and more, perfect for all ages, step into our frontier story, where history comes to life!

From major festivals to related attractions, Washington County is your destination for exploring the “frontier” of American independence.

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PLAN YOUR “1776” REVOLUTIONARY ADVENTURE Washington County’s strategic location—bordered by the Potomac River and the Blue Ridge Mountains—was a critical frontier during the American Revolution. Today, it serves as the perfect base for your America 250 explorations.

George Washington’s influence on the county began at age 16, when he surveyed the Potomac headwaters. His early maps provided the strategic foundation for his future military campaigns and his vision for American commerce and unity.

ESSENTIAL SITES: Fort Frederick State Park 11100 Fort Frederick Road, Big Pool, MD 21711 Constructed in 1756, this is the only stone fort built by a British colony during the French and Indian War. By 1777, it was reactivated as a high-security prison for over 1,000 British and Hessian soldiers during the Revolutionary War. Visit their museum inside the Visitor Center to learn more.

Jonathan Hager House & Museum 110 Key Street, Hagerstown, MD. Built by the founder of Hagerstown, in 1739, this fortified stone dwelling served as a home and trading post. Tours of the home are offered on weekends. Take the self-guided “Founder’s Footsteps” walking tour from City Park to the historic family burial site. Download the Brochure.

Springfield Manor & Byron Memorial Park 2 N. Conococheague Street, Williamsport, MD In October 1790, President George Washington stayed at Springfield Farm while evaluating Williamsport as a potential site for the federal capital. He really slept here! The Barn offers various events year round, with its most popular, the Festival of Trees taking place in December, annually. The Springfield Tenant House Museum is open Sundays (1 PM–4 PM) and Tuesdays/ Thursdays (9 AM–3 PM).

Washington Monument State Park 6620 Zittlestown Road, Middletown, MD Perched atop South Mountain, this is the first completed monument dedicated to George Washington, hand-built by Boonsboro citizens in 1827.

REVOLUTIONARY ROUTES & RIVER CROSSINGS: The Great Wagon Road: Now celebrated as the Historic National Road, this was the primary migration route for 1776 settlers and a vital supply line for Revolutionary troops.

Nolands Ferry C&O Canal Nolands Ferry Road, Tuscarora, MD A vital Potomac River crossing used by Thomas Jefferson in May 1776, as he traveled to Philadelphia to draft the Declaration of Independence.

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail: This corridor follows the Potomac River, which George Washington considered the “lifeline” of the nation, connecting sites across the Mid-Atlantic.

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HIT THE ROAD in Washington County, MD

Scenic Byways & Amazing Adventures

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Washington County is a treasure trove of history, from its 1760s beginnings to its pivotal role in the Civil War and its rise as a 19th and 20th-century transportation hub. But it’s not just about the past—it’s about experiencing it. Hop in your car and explore our scenic byways, where every curve reveals something new, from quaint towns and farm stands overflowing with fresh goodies to vibrant arts, craft beverages, and sprawling parks. Get ready for an unforgettable drive!

HISTORIC NATIONAL ROAD SCENIC BYWAY AMERICA’S FIRST HIGHWAY

Journey along the National Road, America’s first federally funded highway, originally built as a westward path for settlers. Today, you can follow their footsteps through forests, around mountains, and past iconic landmarks that tell over two centuries of stories. Visit the National Road Museum to learn about the road’s history, climb the rugged stone tower at Washington Monument State Park, and experience frontier life at Fort Frederick State Park.

Don’t miss a stop at the 1850s Wilson Country School and Store for a taste of the past, and immerse yourself in Hagerstown’s vibrant arts scene at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, along the Cultural Trail, or at the Maryland Theater.

C&O CANAL SCENIC BYWAY A 19TH-CENTURY MARVEL

Explore the C&O Canal, affectionately known as “The Grand Old Ditch.” This 19th-century engineering marvel once allowed muledrawn boats to navigate the rocky Potomac River, connecting western farms to eastern markets. Today, the historic canal and its towpath form a 184.5-mile hiking and biking trail (part of the C&O Canal National Historical Park), stretching from Washington, D.C., to Cumberland, MD. This byway takes you through charming canal-era towns like Sharpsburg, Williamsport, and Hancock, offering wineries, museums, restaurants, shops, and parks along the way.

ANTIETAM CAMPAIGN BYWAY A JOURNEY THROUGH U.S. HISTORY

Trace the events leading up to the bloodiest single day in American history on the Antietam Campaign Scenic Byway. This 126-mile route, mirroring General Lee’s march, traverses Montgomery and Frederick counties before reaching South Mountain, where Confederate and Union troops clashed before their fateful meeting at Antietam. Walk the preserved battlefields of South Mountain State Park and Antietam National Battlefield, and explore the surrounding towns. The largely unchanged rural landscape offers breathtaking vistas just as they appeared to our ancestors.

PARKING & CHARGING STATIONS All of our hotels offer free parking. Charging stations are available at Valley Mall, Hagerstown Premium Outlets, and in the Central Parking Lot in downtown Hagerstown.

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Explore Washington County’s charming towns. Scenic drives along our three byways—Maryland Historic National Road, Antietam Campaign, and the C&O Canal Byway—promise hidden gems.

BOONSBORO: AN APPALACHIAN TRAIL TOWN AND HOME OF BEST-SELLING AUTHOR, NORA ROBERTS

Founded in 1792 on the main road from Hagerstown to Frederick, along the Maryland National Road.

Visit the Washington Monument, along the Appalachian Trail, dedicated in 1827. Explore the newly opened National Road Museum and quaint Main Street shops like Josie’s on Main. Nora Roberts’ fans can visit her shops, Turn the Page and Gifts Inn Boonsboro, as well as stay at her Inn BoonsBoro on the Square. Visit the Boonsboro Trolley Musuem and the newly opened National Road Museum.

CLEAR SPRING: CROSSROADS OF COMMERCE

Founded in 1821 by Martin Myers, this historic town 12 miles west of Hagerstown was a popular stop on the National Road. Myers’ crock and jug shop grew into a small hotel, attracting pioneers to stay at the “hotel by the spring.” Today, visit the historic Wilson Store and you can grab a bite at Sweetsie’s Eats & Treats! Other nearby attractions include Whitetail Mountain Resort, Hagerstown Speedway and Fort Frederick State Park.

FUNKSTOWN: QUAINT SHOPS & CIVIL WAR HISTORY

In 1823, the Old National Pike was built through Funkstown, making it a popular stop along the way, heading west. A Civil War battle happened here, too. Antique stores are dotted throughout the community and along the Alt. US 40.

HAGERSTOWN: THE HUB CITY

SHARPSBURG: A CIVIL WAR LEGACY

German immigrant Jonathan Hager built the first house here in 1739. The Jonathan Hager House & Museum still stands as a carefully preserved museum, giving visitors a window to the 18th century. The Historic National Road brought growth to Hagerstown, our Capital and largest city. This and the railroads intersecting here gave it its nickname, “Hub City.” Our City Center, in Downtown Hagerstown and the Arts and Entertainment District, where you’ll find restaurants, and such cultural attractions as The Maryland Theatre, home of the renowned Maryland Symphony Orchestra.

Stroll the Cultural Trail to our Museum of Fine Arts. A great game of golf can be played at Black Rock Golf Course or at Hagerstown Greens at Hamilton Run.

Sharpsburg is intrinsically tied to the Battle of Antietam. On September 17, 1862, this peaceful town was the place where two massive armies clashed, leaving 23,110 casualties. The Confederate loss at the Battle prompted President Lincoln to issue the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. The Antietam National Battlefield and the Antietam National Cemetery, Pry House Field Hospital Museum and Newcomer House Exhibit and Visitor’s Center are must see sites to grasp the immense effect of the day. Grab a bite at the Battleview Market or Bonnie’s at the Red Byrd with delicious home-style meals. Sip some wine after touring the sites at Antietam Creek Vineyards.

HANCOCK: MARYLAND’S OFFICIAL TRAIL TOWN! The westernmost town in Washington County, it is situated on the Potomac River at the narrowest point in Maryland. In 1818, the National Pike, Hancock’s Main Street, was officially opened.

The C&O Canal National Historical Park runs along the southern border of the town. Hop off the trails to visit antique and specialty shops, such as the Blue Goose Fruit Market and Bakery and Flannel on the Trail, and restaurants such as the pet-friendly Buddy Lou’s Eats Drinks & Antiques. Cyclists can get bike services and shuttled by the C&O Canal Bicycle Shop.

KEEDYSVILLE & ROHRERSVILLE: RAILROADS & RURAL CHARM! Located eight miles south of Hagerstown, Keedysville was once a vital link on the B&O Railroad. Today, it boasts a unique combination of farmland and Victorian architecture. Sip some local varietals at the scenic and awardwinning winery, Big Cork Vineyards. Crystal Grottoes Caverns lies just west of town and is Maryland’s only commercial cavern.

SMITHSBURG: HISTORY, INTRIGUE, WINERY AND ORCHARDS

Established 1846, this Gettysburg retreat town thrives with farms and wineries. Enjoy Red Heifer Winery’s cozy winter igloos, perfect for group gatherings with stunning mountain views and local wines. Or, find fresh produce at local orchards.

Favorite stops are Ivy Hill Farm, Misty Meadows Creamery, Rinehart Orchards. Discover Fort Ritchie: historic Army post, now a developing village with scenic trails.

WILLIAMSPORT: EPICENTER OF THE C&O CANAL

At the center of the 184 miles of the C&O Canal Towpath, it is often called the “Jewel in the Necklace” of this National Historical Park.

The 1934 opening of the C&O Canal transformed this town into a thriving waterfront community, along the Potomac River. Offering an abundance of hiking, biking, kayaking and other water sports, visitors can jump off the Canal for dining, bike repair, and lodging.

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TOP EVENTS OF 2026 EVENTS GUIDE

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UNIVERSITY PLAZA

MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

SPRING SHOWCASE

18TH CENTURY MARKET FAIR AT FORT FREDERICK

HAGERFEST

March 26-29 301-992-3650 | marylandiff.org/ Location: Various locations in Downtown Hagerstown Details: Walk the red carpet, enjoy the films, chat with film makers at the after parties. More than 100 films are shown at this 4-day event.

April 23-26 301-842-2155 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ pages/western/fortfrederick.aspx Location: 11100 Ft. Frederick Road, Big Pool, MD Details: Reenactors firing period weapons, 150 artisans, encampment, living history programs and vendors demonstrating their craft.

HAGERSTOWN FLYING BOXCARS

April 24-September 13 240-215-6050 | flyingboxcars.com Location: Meritus Park, 50 W. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD Details: State of the art ballpark! Hosting 60 professional baseball games of the Mid-Atlantic League.

MARYLAND POULTRY SWAP AND MARKET

April 25 240-329-6732 | ghfarm.org/poultry-swap Location: 5329 Mondell Road, Sharpsburg, MD 21782 Details: Large vendor area offering anything handcrafted, homemade, homegrown, antique & unique. Food trucks, bar service, kids’ activities & fun for everyone.

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April 25 & 26 301-639-9925 | valleycraftnetwork.org Location: Willow Oaks Craft Cider & Wine, 6219 Harley Road, Middletown, MD 21769 Details: Valley Craft Network Artisans gather in one place to bring you our best all in one marketplace.

May 2 240-500-4582 mainstreethagerstown.org/hagerfest Location: Various locations in downtown Hagerstown, MD. See map at link above.

Details: Live music, food and artisan workshops.

BONANZA EXTRAVAGANZA

May 8 & 9 info@bonanzaextravaganza.com https://www.bonanzaextravaganza.com/ Location: Hagerstown Speedway, 15112 National Pike, Hagerstown, MD Details: Two-day event featuring live music, vendors, and over $850,000 in cash & prizes including 7 Harley Davidson motorcycles and 7 Chevrolet vehicles.

NATIONAL PIKE FESTIVAL & JAMES SHAULL WAGON TRAIN

May 15-17 Facebook: National Pike Festival and James Shaull Wagon Train-Maryland Starts in Clear Spring on Friday and ends in Boonsboro on Sunday. See Facebook for schedule.

EAST COAST MILITARY VEHICLE RALLY

May 8-9 301-733-8717 | hagerstownaviationmuseum.org Location: Hagerstown Aviation Museum, 18450 Showalter Rd., Bldg 8, Hagerstown, MD Details: Premier show of privately owned military vehicles from WWII Jeeps, Weapons Carriers, Motorcycles up through Modern Armor, HMMWVs and more.

QUAD STATE PICKLE FEST

May 16 & 17 | ifg-events.com/picklefest Location: Washington County Agricultural Education Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD Details: Indulge yourself in everything pickles, from pizza to pickle ice cream. Fun adult games, a pickle eating contest, Live music and kids’ activities.

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June 16-July 2 301-733-8717 | hagerstownaviationmuseum.org Location: 18450 Showalter Rd., Bldng 8, Hagerstown, MD B17 Flying Fortress coming June 16 to June 22. B29 “Fifi” Commemorative Air Force Visit June 22-July 2.

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40’s Hangar Dance

Details: As part of this 2 week long event, come out and dance to the big band music, with food and drink in this historic wood hangar, surrounded by the majestic bombers of yesteryear.

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July 4 | washco-md.net/250-years/ Location: Washington County Ag & Ed Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD Details: This momentous occasion will be a family fun event with live music, food and drink vendors, kids’ zones, exhibits and a live drone show.

September 12 301-733-8717 | hagerstownaviationmuseum.org Location: Hagerstown Aviation Museum, 18450 Showalter Rd, Bldng 8, Hagerstown, MD Details: Extensive collection of aircraft, airplane rides, car cruise in, trucks, military vehicles, antique tractors, motorcycles, live music & delicious food.

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MUMMER’S PARADE

July 9 | mainstreethagerstown.org/250-2/ Location: South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD Details: Join us as we celebrate 250 years of history, heritage & culture in Hagerstown. This event will include activities for the whole family, live music and a time capsule unveiling from the Nation’s Bicentennial.

WASHINGTON COUNTY AG EXPO & FAIR

July 18-25 | agexpoandfair.org Location: Washington County Ag & Ed Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD Details: Livestock shows, rodeo, rides, demo derby, tractor-pulls, food and fun!

AUGUSTOBERFEST

August 15 & 16 | augustoberfest.org Location: Washington County Ag & Ed Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD Details: A festival highlighting Hagerstown’s German heritage, authentic Bavarian food, entertainment, and vendors.

October 31 301-739-2044 | https://www.facebook.com/ AlsatiaMummersParade Location: North & South Potomac Streets, Hagerstown, MD Details: One of the largest nighttime parades on the East Coast. Watch for free along route or visit mdtheatre.org for arranged seating.

VALLEY CRAFT NETWORK STUDIO TOUR

November 21 & 22 301-432-0281 | valleycraftnetwork.org Location: Washington County, Middletown, and Pleasant Valley areas Details: Maryland’s oldest studio tour. Shop for oneof-a-kind gifts. A printable brochure and map of the VCN Tour map is available on website.

ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD MEMORIAL ILLUMINATION

December 5 301-733-7373 | nps.gov/anti Location: Antietam National Battlefield, Entrance off Rt. 34, Sharpsburg, MD Details: More than 23,000 candles on the battlefield representing casualties from the bloodiest singleday battle in American history.

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HAGERSTOWN HISTORIC HOUSE OF WORSHIP TOUR

December 26 301-842-HARC (4272) | harccoalition.org Location: Various churches in Hagerstown, MD. See map at link above.

Details: A wonderful opportunity to take a selfguided tour and see the interiors of Hagerstown’s historic worship sites.

KRUMPE’S DONUT DROP

December 31 301-790-2000 | mdtheatre.org/donut Location: Meritus Park, 50 W. Baltimore Street, Hagerstown, MD Details: Kick off the New Year with free hot chocolate, a world-famous Krumpe’s donut, & music. Countdown to the Giant Donut drop and Fireworks Finale. Check website for early start time.

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ashington County has always been known for its rich history, and our quaint towns are experiencing a renaissance and resurgence through our thriving arts communities. With abundant new public art spaces, who we are as a destination conveys our rich cultural identity to visitors. Our galleries, museums, theatres and musical offerings promise to delight the senses! Be prepared to engage your curiosity and sense of wonder when visiting these top sites:

ARTISANS OF SOUTH MOUNTAIN

MARYLAND THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

DOLEMAN BLACK HERITAGE MUSEUM

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

JUST LOOKIN’ GALLERY

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL

301-797-2867 | valleyartassoc.org 480 Highland Ave, Hagerstown City Park Historic home of the Valley Art Association; offers four galleries available for viewing and sale, plus classes and special programs.

Open Fri & Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 1-5pm.

The Pleasant Valley area of South Mountain is home to a wealth of professional artisans working within this scenic region known as the Valley Craft Network. Currently there are 14 fine artists in the network, and boasts nationally acclaimed artisans, such as van Gilder Pottery in Boonsboro, and several jewelers, woodworkers and metalists.

The Maryland Theatre anchors Hagerstown’s A&E District on S. Potomac Street. Built over 100 years ago, the grand theatre is home to the Maryland Symphony Orchestra and hosts a variety of performances, concerts, comedians, children’s shows, recitals, and stage shows each year.

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

The Museum of Fine Arts is the centerpiece of Hagerstown’s beautiful City Park. This distinctive gem is one of the finest small museums in the nation and features a diverse permanent collection that includes works that span from the great Masters to American Impressionists and modern art.

The museum is free of charge and is a destination for those interested in fine arts and art education.

The museum offers studio art courses, lectures, concerts, and traveling exhibits.

Nestled among impressive historic architecture, Hagerstown’s Arts and Entertainment District in City Center boasts beautiful performance spaces, art galleries, wonderful restaurants, museums, education centers, and more. There’s even a dinner theater, the Washington County Playhouse.

HAGERSTOWN CULTURAL TRAIL

The Hagerstown Cultural Trail connects two of Hagerstown’s most popular destinations - the downtown Arts & Entertainment District with our Museum of Fine Arts in City Park. Meritus Park can be accessed near the Trail. With public art experiences, gathering spaces, and other amenities along the way, the trail has already become a destination for visitors. It’s been called a jewel in Maryland’s crown!

MARYLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Hagerstown is the official home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra. Under the baton of Music Director Elizabeth Schulze—whom the Washington Post calls “a superb conductor”—the MSO is a first-class orchestra of exceptional artistic quality.

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The Arts Council supports local and living arts.

The Council has rotating monthly gallery exhibits and a gallery gift shop located in the heart of Hagerstown’s A&E District. The shop features unique pieces by local artisans and craftspeople.

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ART MUSEUMS + GALLERIES DISCOVERY STATION

301-790-0076 | discoverystation.org 14326 Barrick Ave., Cascade MD This hands-on museum includes exhibits and programs that focus on STEAM principles. Check website for hours. Fee charged.

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301-797-5019 | dolemanblackheritagemuseum.org 33-35 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Committed to creating an outstanding, vibrant, dynamic, all-inclusive and exciting regional resource center for historical information of African-American culture locally, nationally, and internationally.

301-714-2278 | justlookin.com 40 Summit Ave., Hagerstown, MD Specializes in original art and hand-pulled prints from more than 50 African-American artists.

Open Tue-Sat 11am-7pm.

MANSION HOUSE ART CENTER & GALLERY

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, WASHINGTON COUNTY

301-739-5727 | wcmfa.org 401 Museum Dr., Hagerstown City Park Collection includes American paintings, Old Masters, European works, Asian and African art, and drawings, prints and sculptures from the 18th century to the present. Special exhibits and classes.

Open Open Tue-Sun, 10 am - 5 pm.

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY

301-791-3132 | washingtoncountyarts.com 34 S. Potomac St., Suite. 100, Hagerstown, MD Showcases the talents of regional artists with works for viewing and sale. Offers educational and other programs. Open Tue - by appt., Wed-Sat, 11am to 7pm.

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• PERFORMING ARTS ANTIETAM ENTERTAINMENT

877-237-4697 | antietamentertainment.com 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown, MD Dinner Theater with show season to include: The Christmas Experience and Century of Song. Predinner activities for all ages. Call for reservations or book online.

H. RIC LUHRS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

717-477-7469 | luhrscenter.com 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA This state-of-the-art theater features a variety of performances, from pop artists to Broadway musicals.

LIVE AT HUB CITY VINYL

240-983-8085 | liveathubcityvinyl.com 28 E. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD Upscale live music venue attached to the largest record store in Maryland. Listening room environment with a full bar. Events posted on website.

MARYLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

301-797-4000 | marylandsymphony.org 363 S. Cleveland Ave., Suite 200, Hagerstown, MD Presents professional symphony performances and internationally acclaimed soloists under the leadership of Music Director Elizabeth Schulze.

THE MARYLAND THEATRE

301-790-2000 | mdtheatre.org 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD This historic venue hosts top-name acts and events year-round and is home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra.

MARYLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

POTOMAC PLAYMAKERS

240-513-6260 | potomacplaymakers.org potomacplaymakers@gmail.com 17303 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Founded in 1926, Potomac Playmakers is one of the oldest volunteer community theatre organizations in the nation. Our mission is to bring affordable live theatre to the four-state area. We strive to use theatre to bring current issues, cultural awareness, and diversity to the public as well as to educate a new generation.

WASHINGTON COUNTY PLAYHOUSE DINNER THEATER

301-739-7469 | washingtoncountyplayhouse.com 44 N. Potomac St., Rear, Hagerstown, MD Broadway-style shows, musical comedies, etc., year-round. Performances held Fri & Sat at 6pm, plus 1pm on select Sundays.

MUSIC THAT MOVES

From timeless masterworks to music that speaks to today, experience live orchestral performances that bring sound, story, and shared moments to life.

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NIGHT LIFE LIVE AT HUB CITY VINYL

LIVE AT HUB CITY VINYL

240-983-8085 | liveathubcityvinyl.com 28 E. Baltimore Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Upscale live music venue attached to the largest record store in Maryland. Listening room environment with full bar. Events posted on website.

POTOMAC PLAYMAKERS

240-382-7269 | potomacplaymakers.org 17303 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Founded in 1926, Potomac Playmakers is one of the oldest volunteer community theatre organizations in the nation. Our mission is to bring affordable live theatre to the four state area. We strive to use theatre to bring current issues, cultural awareness, and diversity to the public as well as to educate a new generation. Visit website for season information, show times and hours of operation.

ROCKY GAP CASINO

301-784-8400 | cnty.com/rocky-gap 16701 Lakeview Rd., NE, Flintstone, MD Step onto our casino floor and experience excitement like no other. Whether you’re here to play video poker, slots or table games, Rocky Gap Casino Resort is your best bet for a night to remember. From the friendly faces of our casino hosts to the quick hands of our dealers, your winning begins here.

No person under the age of 21 is permitted on the casino floor. Please play responsibly, for help visit mdgamblinghelp.org or call 1-800-GAMBLER

SEVEN TEN BOWLING

THE MARYLAND THEATRE

THE HALL (AT BORO LIVE)

WAREHOUSE CINEMAS LEITERSBURG

240-347-4710 | 710bowl.com 19330 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD Features of Seven Ten include a high-tech video arcade, full-size billiards tables, lane-side dining service, multiple bars, three private event rooms, and more than 7,000 square feet of dedicated restaurant and lounge space for public performances, as well as private events. Offering elevated fun, we are a destination point for families in Western Maryland and beyond.

301-799-1204 | borolivemaryland.com/the-hall 7704 Old National Pike, Suite B, Boonsboro, MD 21713 The Hall is the DMV’s premier destination for live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences through world-class sound, lighting, and production! Our stage hosts exciting concerts, comedy nights, DJ dance parties, and actionpacked fight nights, all supported by a passionate team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences!

The venue features 350 general admission seats, 60–150 VIP seats, a spacious dance floor, and fully stocked bars. With customizable event packages and seamless coordination, The Hall is ideal for concerts, receptions, fundraisers, private celebrations, and networking events. Located in the heart of the Boro Live complex, we are just steps from Branded Chophouse and Il Forno Vanish!

301-790-2000 | mdtheatre.org 21 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD The historic Maryland Theatre anchors Hagerstown’s A&E District on South Potomac Street.

Built 100 years ago, the grand theatre is home to the Maryland Symphony Orchestra and hosts a variety of musical performers, concerts, comedians, children’s shows, recitals and stage shows each year. The theatre welcomes over 120,000 people through its doors annually.

240-608-4900 | warehousecinemas.com/leitersburg 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Warehouse Cinemas is a movie theater company that is redefining what moviegoing should be. From luxury seating to high quality food items, we are all about turning “ordinary” into “extraordinary.”

WASHINGTON COUNTY PLAYHOUSE DINNER THEATER 301-739-7469 | washingtoncountyplayhouse.com 44 N. Potomac St, Rear, Hagerstown, MD The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater presents Broadway style plays and musicals year round. The experience begins with soup or salad, a plated lunch or dinner, dessert, and full bar followed by the stage show. Shows for young audiences, ages 3 and older, are performed on select Saturdays.

Owners Laura and Shawn Martin have been acting and directing professional and semi-professional theater for their entire adult lives. Come to The Playhouse for high quality entertainment in the heart of Hagerstown’s Arts and Entertainment district.

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WHERE THE CITY MEETS MOUNTAINS, ADVENTURE AWAITS. BREATHE DEEP, EXPLORE MORE! WEVERTON CLIFFS

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• SPORTING EVENTS HAGERSTOWN BMX

301-748-8276 | Find Us on Facebook Fairgrounds Park 351 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown, MD Hagerstown BMX features bicycle motocross events.

Practices are held Apr-Oct.

HAGERSTOWN FIELD HOUSE

240-513-7510 | hagerstownfieldhouse.com 290 E. Memorial Blvd, Hagerstown, MD We offer leagues, classes, clinics, and tournaments for youth and adults in soccer, basketball, flag football, futsal, field hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, and more. Home to two indoor turf fields, four basketball courts and 8 volleyball courts.

HAGERSTOWN FLYING BOXCARS BASEBALL / MERITUS PARK

HAGERSTOWN SPEEDWAY

301-582-0640 | hagerstownspeedway.com 15112 National Pike, Hagerstown, MD A true 1/2 mile track with straight-aways over 900 ft. long & 70 ft. wide. The track is 90 ft. wide in the turns. The racing surface is made of the finest red clay in the nation. The smooth, wide surface makes Hagerstown Speedway one of the fastest and safest dirt tracks in the U.S. on which to race.

MASON DIXON DRAG WAY

301-791-5193 | masondixondragway.com 21344 National Pike | Boonsboro, MD The 1/4-mile N.H.R.A. drag strip’s season runs Mar-Nov Racing is open to street cars, imports, race cars, motorcycles and sleds.

• GENERAL RECREATION AIRSOFT OF RIVER & TRAIL OUTFITTERS

240-215-6050 | flyingboxcars.com Meritus Park, 50 W. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD The Hagerstown Flying Boxcars offer professional baseball and a fun family outing in the heart of Downtown Hagerstown at Meritus Park. As the newest members of the Atlantic League, the Flying Boxcars play in a new state-of-the-art stadium.

Cashless venue.

301-834-9950 | rivertrail.com 604 Valley Rd., Knoxville, MD Enjoy Airsoft with River & Trail Outfitters. Our Airsoft field is mostly wooded and the size of two football fields. A day pass includes access to the field for the duration of the day. We also offer rental packages which include a rifle, 1000 Airsoft BB’s, a face mask, gloves, a chest protector, and a uniform.

HAGERSTOWN ICE & SPORTS COMPLEX

CLAUDE M. POTTERFIELD POOL

301-766-9122 | hagerstownice.org 580 Security Rd., Hagerstown, MD This public, indoor ice recreation facility features an NHL regulation-size ice rink, concessions, party/ group room, skate rental and sharpening area, pro shop, youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating, private ice rental, birthday parties and more! Call for hours.

301-733-2599 | hagerstownmd.org 730 Frederick St., Hagerstown, MD The pool features a baby pool, a new double tube slide and the Slidewinder water slide in the main swimming area. New pavilion and shade canopies on the pool deck.

DILL DINKERS HAGERSTOWN

240-842-DINK (3465) locations.dilldinkers.com/us/md/hagerstown 967 Sweeney Drive, Hagerstown, MD Pickleball is often described as a mix between tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, and has quickly become popular with all ages for its easy-to-learn rules, fun, and social atmosphere. Located near historic downtown, this premier facility offers year-round play for all skill levels. Whether you’re a pro or a first-timer, visitors can drop in for open play, leagues, clinics, and group bookings. It’s the perfect social, family-friendly addition to your Washington County itinerary.

ROCKY GAP CASINO

301-784-8400 | cnty.com/rocky-gap 16701 Lakeview Rd., NE, Flintstone, MD 21536 Step onto our casino floor and experience excitement like no other. Whether you’re here to play video poker, slots or table games, Rocky Gap Casino Resort is your best bet for a night to remember.

No person under the age of 21 is permitted on the casino floor. Please play responsibly, for help visit mdgamblinghelp.org or call 1-800-GAMBLER.

SEVEN TEN

240-347-4710 | 710bowl.com 19330 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD We are your family’s premier entertainment center for bowling, gourmet food and state-of-the-art arcade. Meeting space available too!

HAGERSTOWN SKATE PARK AT FAIRGROUNDS PARK

341 N Cleveland Ave, Hagerstown, MD State-of-the-art 25,000 square foot concrete skatepark designed and constructed by the world renowned Spohn Ranch from Los Angeles, California.

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STRATOSPHERE SOCIAL-HAGERSTOWN

10313 Arnett Drive, Ste. 102, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Stratospheresocial.com Opening Fall 2026. Stratosphere Social is an entertainment destination like no other. Complete with bowling, axe throwing, extensive arcade, full bar, and chef crafted cuisine, an indoor backyard, social games and outdoor dining, Stratosphere is the perfect location to build community and lasting memories.

TILT STUDIO

301-494-8560 | tiltstudio.com 17301 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown, MD Guests at Tilt Studio Valley Mall will enjoy more FUN AT FULL BLAST with a dynamic roster of more than 150 classic and modern interactive video and redemption prize games for all skill levels, also offering current and classic pinball games. Tilt Studio is the perfect venue to host your next group event or birthday party, with flexible event spaces for group gatherings.

WAREHOUSE CINEMAS LEITERSBURG

240-608-4900 | warehousecinemas.com/leitersburg 28145 Leitersburg Pike. Hagerstown, MD Warehouse Cinemas is a movie theatre company that is redefining what movie going should be. From luxury seating to high quality food items, they are all about turning ordinary into extraordinary.

• GOLF

YINGLING’S GOLF CENTER

BLACK ROCK GOLF COURSE

240-313-2816 | blackrockgolfcourse.com 20025 Mt. Aetna Rd., Hagerstown, MD 18 holes; par 72 (6,700 yards). Golf Digest 4.5-Star rated course attracts golfers from across the region and on occasion, a U.S. President. Pro shop and delistyle restaurant; often hosts tournaments.

THE GREENS AT HAMILTON RUN

301-733-8630 | hagerstowngreens.com 2 S. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown, MD Public, 9 holes; par 34 (2,554 yards).

Downtown Hagerstown course offers mountain views at holes No. 1 and 8, blind fairway shots at No. 5 and a challenging uphill shot at No. 9. Putting green and enhanced clubhouse featuring food and beverages.

MUSKET RIDGE GOLF CLUB

301-293-9930 | musketridge.com 3555 Brethren Church Rd., Myersville, MD 18 holes; par 72 (6,902 yards). One of GolfStyles Washington’s “100 Must-Play Courses of the Middle Atlantic,” championship 18-hole public course designed by Joe Lee capitalizes on the panoramic views. Home to event venue Catoctin Hall.

• Sales • Service/Repairs • Shuttle Service • Pedal & Paddle Day Trips • Rentals: Bicycles, E-Bikes, Canoes & Kayaks

304-876-3000 ThePedalPaddle.com

301-790-2494 | yinglingsgolfcenter.com 20220 Jefferson Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Family-friendly training facility featuring a canopy- covered Trackman driving range with self-service kiosk, a 9-hole par 3 course (880 yards) and an 18 hole mini golf course.

Days Open: 7 days - Self-service driving range; Par 3 and Mini-Golf vary seasonally.

Hours: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. - Self -service; Hours vary seasonally.

PARKS, TRAILS, • WATERWAYS ANTIETAM CREEK

800-688-3467 | tinyurl.com/Antietam-Creek Drop your own kayak at Kiwanis Park, Hagerstown.

Cast for carp, trout and smallmouth bass. Most of the creek is managed as a put-and-grow fishery.

ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD & NATIONAL CEMETERY

301-432-5124 | nps.gov/anti | Sharpsburg, MD Site of the bloodiest single-day battle of the Civil War. Films, ranger programs, museum, hiking trails and driving-tour maps. Visitor Center open 9am-5pm, year-round. Park roads open dawn until dusk. Fee charged.

Save-the-Date

Weekend after Mother’s Day Join us along the South Mountain Trail with over 15 venues hosting activities, providing tours and offering delicious refreshments. southmountainspringfestival.com

CHALLENGING, QUICK & AFFORDABLE • PUBLIC, 9-HOLE, PAR 35 COURSE

NO TEE TIMES

CART & CLUB RENTALS AVAILABLE

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APPALACHIAN TRAIL

nps.gov/appa | appalachiantrail.org The 2,180+ mile long footpath includes an exciting span through Washington County. Beaver Creek Off U.S. 40, just east of Hagerstown, MD. The Appalachian Trail in Maryland follows a 40 mile route along South Mountain.

CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

301-663-9330 | nps.gov/cato 6602 Foxville Rd., Thurmont, MD Beautiful overlook views, wildlife, scenic hiking trails, camping, picnicking, fishing and playgrounds.

Open year-round during daylight hours.

CHESAPEAKE & OHIO CANAL NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

301-582-0813 | nps.gov/choh Williamsport Visitor Center location: 205 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD Open mid Mar-Nov, Wed-Sun, 9am-4pm. Visitors can enjoy life on the canal during a replica canal launch boat at Williamsport. This includes a short walk, boat ride, tour of Lockhouse 49 and a lock demonstration. Free.

CUSHWA BASIN

301-582-0813 nps.gov/chohplanyourvisitwilliamsportvisitorcenter.htm In the C&O Canal National Historical Park, Cushwa Basin offers an enclosed fishing area perfect for youngsters, a lockhouse, re-watered canal section and the Conococheague Aqueduct.

DEVIL’S BACKBONE PARK

240-313-2700 | www.washco-md.net/parksfacilities/county-park/parks-devils-backbone/ 18934 Lappans Rd., Boonsboro, MD Antietam Creek meanders through the park.

Features wheelchair accessibility for anglers.

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FAIRGROUNDS PARK

301-739-8577, Ext. 169 hagerstownmd.org/314/Fairgrounds-Park 351 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown, MD Softball fields, in-line hockey rink/basketball court, walking and biking trail, BMX track, playgrounds, pavilions, soccer fields, a dog park, and a 25,000 sq ft state of the art Skate Park.

FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK

301-842-2155 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ Pages/western/fortfrederick.aspx 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD World-famous 1756 British colonial stone fort!

C&O Canal runs through the park. Hiking, biking, camping, boating, picnicking, interpretive programs, concessions and annual events.

GREENBRIER STATE PARK

301-791-4767 | tinyurl.com/GreenbrierSP 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD Park circles a 42-acre lake for swimming, fishing and boating. Activities include picnicking, camping, interpretive programs, concessions, hiking trails and playgrounds.

HAGERSTOWN CITY PARK

301-739-8577, Ext. 169 | hagerstownmd.org 501 Virginia Ave. and Key St., Hagerstown, MD Fifty acres of trees, flowers and open spaces surround three man-made lakes. Park includes concession stand, picnic areas, pavilions, playgrounds, tennis court, walking trails, GeoTrail and a band shell. Visit the historical sites such as the original frontier home of Hagerstown’s founder, the Jonathan Hager House and the City Park Train Hub.. Art lovers will revel in the world-class Museum of Fine Arts, and also will enjoy the Mansion House Arts Center.

INDIAN SPRINGS WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA

301-842-2702 | dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/Pages/ publiclands/western/indiansprings.aspx North & West of Clear Spring, MD (Blairs Valley Rd.) Fossils and artifacts found here reflect the region’s Native-American settlement history. Little Conococheague Creek fills the 31-acre Blairs Valley Lake. Fishing and other recreational activities.

Open year-round.

MARTIN L. “MARTY” SNOOK MEMORIAL PARK

240-313-2700 | washco-md.net/parks-facilities/ county-park/parks-marty-snook/ 17901 Halfway Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Numerous facilities including a large pool, softball and baseball fields, tennis courts, a basketball court, picnic pavilions, tables and grills. Walk through the Mystical Woods Play Area, bring your pet and enjoy the new Central Bark Dog Park, and Fitness Area!

MARYLAND HEIGHTS AT HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK

304-535-6029 | nps.gov/hafe Harpers Ferry Rd., Knoxville, MD A huge part of this national park, at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers, is located in Washington County. Maryland Heights offers a strenuous hike with breathtaking views.

PANGBORN PARK

301-739-8577, Ext. 169 hagerstownmd.org/321/Pangborn-Park 591 Pangborn Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Fishing pond, walking trails, pavilions and playground.

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PEN MAR PARK

240-313-2700 | washco-md.net/parks-facilities/ county-park/parks-pen-mar/ 14600 Pen Mar Rd., Cascade, MD Historic park offers pavilions, tables, museum, dance pavilion, grills, play equipment, horseshoes and panoramic Washington County views. Live music every Sunday, May-Sep.

PINESBURG SOFTBALL COMPLEX

240-313-2700 15323 Clear Spring Rd., Williamsport, MD For girls’ fast pitch fields w/ dugouts, concession stand and bleacher seating.

POTOMAC RIVER & POTOMAC HERITAGE NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL

301-739-4200 | nps.gov/pohe.com Enjoy freshwater fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass, tiger muskie, crappie, channel catfish, redbreast sunfish, walleye and carp.

SHAFER PARK

301-432-5141 | town.boonsboro.md.us | Boonsboro, MD Hosts Boonesborough Days, Boonsboro Rescue Co. Carnival and the Summer Concert Series. Play area, pavilions, and basketball courts.

SOUTH MOUNTAIN STATE PARK

301-791-4767 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/ western/southmountain.aspx 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD Park features more than 10,000 acres for year-round hiking along the Appalachian Trail. Camping limited to shelters along the trail.

STROLLING HAGERSTOWN CULTURAL TRAIL TO MERITUS PARK

WASHINGTON MONUMENT STATE PARK

301-791-4767 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/ western/washington.aspx Four miles east of Boonsboro 6620 Zittlestown Rd., Middletown, MD Home to the first monument built in honor of George Washington. Camping for youth groups, picnics and shelters. Appalachian Trail access.

WESTERN MARYLAND RAIL TRAIL

301-842-2155 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ Pages/western/wmrt.aspx Hancock, MD Hiking and biking trail built on 26+ miles of abandoned railroad bed. Parallels Potomac River and C&O Canal. Interpretive programs and special events. Open 8am-sunset year-round.

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Spring Showcase April 25 & 26, 2026 10 am - 5 pm

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ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD

301-432-5124 | nps.gov/anti | Sharpsburg, MD Site of the bloodiest single-day battle of the Civil War. Films, ranger programs, museum, hiking trails and driving tour maps. New Visitor Center features new exhibits and a gift shop. Park roads open dawn until dusk.

CATOCTIN WILDLIFE PRESERVE AND ZOO

301-271-4922 | cwpzoo.com 13019 Catoctin Furnace Rd., Thurmont, MD See more than 800 animals on 100 beautiful acres.

Take a safari ride, feed parakeets, or take a “snap” shot with an alligator! So much to see and do! Open Mar-Nov.

CRYSTAL GROTTOES

301-432-6336 | crystalgrottoescaverns.com 19821 Shepherdstown Pike, Boonsboro, MD Underground caverns offer a beautiful display of natural rock formations.Guided tours detail the caverns’ history and geology.

DILL DINKERS HAGERSTOWN

240-842-DINK (3465) | facebook.com/ dilldinkershagerstownmd 967 Sweeney Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Pickleball is often described as a mix between tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, and has quickly become popular with all ages for its easy-to-learn rules and fun, and social atmosphere. Located near historic downtown, this premier facility offers year-round play for all skill levels. Whether you’re a pro or a first-timer, visitors can drop in for open play, leagues, clinics, and group bookings. It’s the perfect social, family-friendly addition to your Washington County itinerary.

FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK

301-842-2155 dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ Pages/western/fortfrederick.aspx 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD World-famous 1756 British colonial stone fort! C&O Canal runs through the park.

Hiking, biking, camping, boating, picnicking, interpretive programs, c oncessions and annual events.

HAGERSTOWN CULTURAL TRAIL

301-739-8577 | hagerstownculturaltrail.com 160 Hood St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 The Hagerstown Cultural Trail connects the downtown Arts & Entertainment District with City Park and the Museum of Fine Arts. Features include public art experiences, gathering spaces, and historical interpretation.

HAGERSTOWN FLYING BOXCARS

240-215-6050 | flyingboxcars.com 50 W. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD Meritus Park features a fully turf field for multi-sport play, concerts, and events, 2 outfield bars, kids play zone and a private event space for gatherings. Explore the excitement of minor league baseball with our local team. Affordable tickets, a lively atmosphere, premier ballpark fare and a chance to witness rising baseball talent make a thrilling outing for the whole family!

HAGERSTOWN CITY PARK

301-739-8577, Ext. 169 | hagerstownmd.org 501 Virginia Ave. and Key St., Hagerstown, MD Fifty acres of trees, flowers and open spaces surround three man-made lakes. Park includes concession stand, picnic areas, pavilions, playgrounds, tennis court, walking trails, GeoTrail and a band shell. Visit the historical sites such as the original frontier home of Hagerstown’s founder, the Jonathan Hager House and the CIty Park Train Hub. Art lovers will revel in the world-class Museum of Fine Arts, and also will enjoy the Mansion House Arts Center.

HAGERSTOWN SPEEDWAY

301-582-0640 | hagerstownspeedway.com 15112 National Pike, Hagerstown, MD “The Capital of Dirt Track Racing,” this 1/2-mile, semibanked clay oval hosts stock racing. Quarter midget track. Weather permitting, season runs March until the last weekend of Oct, with weekend events mostly on Saturday evenings.

301-799-1204 | borolivemaryland.com/the-hall/ 7704 Old National Pike, Suite B, Boonsboro, MD 21713 The Hall is the DMV’s premier destination for live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences through world-class sound, lighting, and production!

Our stage hosts exciting concerts, comedy nights, DJ dance parties, and action-packed fight nights, all supported by a passionate team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences! The venue features 350 general admission seats, 60–150 VIP seats, a spacious dance floor, and fully stocked bars.

With customizable event packages and seamless coordination, The Hall is ideal for concerts, receptions, fundraisers, private celebrations, and networking events. Located in the heart of the Boro Live complex, we are just steps from Branded Chophouse and Il Forno Vanish!

LIVE AT HUB CITY VINYL

240-983-8085 | liveathubcityvinyl.com 28 E. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD Upscale live music venue attached to the largest record store in Maryland. Listening room environment with a full bar. Events posted on website.

MT. AETNA NATURE CENTER

301-824-6045 | mtaetnaretreat.com 10375 Retreat Way, Hagerstown, MD Stained glass windows depicting the seven days of creation, to hundreds of sea shells and minerals on display, live snakes you can hold, and mounts of lions, bears, and dozens of species of antelope. There is something for everyone who loves nature. You can sit by the observation pond and watch the turtles bask in the sun, climb the tower to get a look at the tops of the trees, or watch a blue jay raid the bird feeders three inches from your nose in our one-way glass bird observation room. Open Saturdays from 2-5 pm, or by appointment. Free admission.

STRATOSPHERE SOCIAL HAGERSTOWN

GATHLAND STATE PARK

301-791-4767 dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/ Pages/ western/gathland.aspx 900 Arnoldstown Road, Jefferson, MD Located on the site of the Civil War Battle of South Mountain. Hiking, picnicking and a stone monument.

Museum chronicles George Alfred Townsend’s life and Civil War artifacts.

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NEARBY POPULAR ATTRACTIONS

ATTRACTIONS

stratospheresocial.com/ hagerstown 10313 Arnett Drive, Suite 102, Hagerstown, MD Opening Fall 2026, Stratosphere Social is an entertainment destination like no other.

Complete with bowling, axe throwing, extensive arcade, full bar, and chef crafted cuisine, an indoor backyard, social games and outdoor dining, Stratosphere is the perfect location to build community and lasting memories.

See more popular attractions under Historic Sites and Arts & Culture Guides.

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From laid back calm waters to adventurous challenging rapids, we have many popular places to paddle.

• CREEKS & RIVERS ANTIETAM CREEK WATER TRAIL

tinyurl.com/Antietam-Creek A tributary to the Potomac River, Antietam Creek offers year-round paddling for those who want a cold water winter trip or just a serene summer time paddle experience. The Antietam Creek Water Trail identifies access points and float times to help boaters plan trips on this iconic waterway. Best floats occur when the river gauge reads 3.4 ft. With 11 places to launch, visit the online map for additional resources and information to plan your adventure.

CONOCOCHEAGUE CREEK

tinyurl.com/DNRConococheague The Conococheague Creek (aka the Jig) is a tributary of the Potomac River. It originates near Chambersburg, PA, and crosses under the old C&O Canal aqueduct near Williamsport, Maryland, and then into the Potomac River. It is 80 miles long, with 23 miles in Washington County. The word “Conococheague” is translated from a Delaware Native American tribe, Unami-Lenapi term, òk’chaxk’hanna, which means “many-turns-river.”

We recommend these locations: To Paddle in Williamsport: River Bottom Park West Salisbury St., Williamsport, MD 21795 Just upstream from its confluence with the Potomac River, with plenty of parking and picnic tables.

To Paddle near Clear Spring: 12360 Earth Care Road, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Parking is on left hand side of the landfill, prior to crossing the Conococheague Creek.

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POTOMAC RIVER

GREENBRIER STATE PARK

• LAKES

• HIKING & BIKING SPOTS

gis.visithagerstown.com Also known as the “Nations River” because of its prominent place in history, the Potomac River offers many opportunities for boating, kayaking, and more. There are white water locations, and more calm locations. There are numerous boat launches, several are along the C&O Canal. Refer to the Potomac River Atlas website for more info.

For beginner paddlers, we recommend these lakes and ponds for ease of input and paddling. They offer lovely mountain views and calm serene waters that are easier to navigate. dnr.maryland.gov

BIG POOL AT FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK

11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD During the C&O Canal days of operations, this 1.5 miles long pool was a convenient turning point for canal boats. It is a natural depression that was filled with water during C&O Canal construction, within Fort Frederick State Park. There is a boat ramp, gas motors are prohibited.

BLAIR’S VALLEY LAKE AT INDIAN SPRINGS WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA Blairs Valley Rd, Clear Spring, MD Paddle your way around the lake and the songbirds fill the air with color and sound all year long. Visitors may catch a glimpse of white-tailed deer enjoying an evening snack in the farm fields maintained to help feed the animals. In the spring, a hollow drumming fills the forest as ruffed grouse announce their territories and breeding condition.

South Mountain Recreation Area 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro MD For families, Greenbrier State Park is the ideal place to camp, picnic, put your kayak in the lake and soak in the great outdoors. The 42-acre man-made freshwater lake and white sandy beach draw many visitors who enjoy swimming, canoeing, boating and fishing.

ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD

nps.gov/anti | Route 65, Sharpsburg, MD Antietam National Battlefield is recognized as one of America’s most pristine battlefields and has a paved 8.5-mile tour road and a network of 10 trails connecting most of the Battlefield. There, you can also experience the geography that dictated the battle.

C&O CANAL TOWPATH

142 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD The C&O Canal Towpath is the region’s most popular cycling and hiking route. Be sure to stop at one of our Canal Towns. Hancock, Sharpsburg and Williamsport offer amenities to cyclists using the C&O Canal, ranging from bicycle lanes to bicycle racks and cycling shops to B&B’s that are bike-friendly.

The variety of hiking and biking trails throughout the county’s vast park lands are abundant in Washington County.

OUTFITTERS & • EXCURSIONS C&O BICYCLE

301-678-6665 | candobicycle.com/ 9 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock, MD Bicycle sales, rentals, and repairs. Located between the Western Maryland Rail Trail and C&O Canal. Mile marker 124.5 of the C&O Canal.

Big Pool

Fort Frederick State Park Boat Ramp

Mt. Aetna Road

Devil’s Backbone Park

Antietam National Battlefield RIVER & TRAIL OUTFITTERS/ C&O CANAL BICYCLING

301-834-9950 | rivertrail.com 604 Valley Rd., Knoxville, MD Family-run, full-service outfitter offers quality outdoor trips including rafting, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, and rock climbing.

SHEPHERDSTOWN PEDAL & PADDLE

304-876-3000 | thepedalpaddle.com 115 W. German St., Shepherdstown, WV Wide selection of bicycles available for rent for the whole family.

Security Road

Kiwanis Park

Funkstown Firehouse

Greenbrier State Park Annapolis Rock/ Black Rock Washington Monument

Keedysville Rd Bridge

Rt. 34 Bridge Molly’s Hole Antietam Aqueduct

Maryland Heights

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tinyurl.com/NPSAppNST The Western Maryland Rail Trail has over 22 miles of paved trail through the scenic Maryland countryside.

It’s perfect to travel on foot or by bicycle.

Clear Spring Paddle Location

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WESTERN MARYLAND RAIL TRAIL

High Rock

Williamsport Boat Ramp Garris Shop Road Bridge

THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL

nps.gov/appa Check website for trail heads, nps.gov/appa/index.htm The Appalachian Trail follows along scenic and challenging terrain. Some of the most spectacular views along the AT can be seen at High Rock, Annapolis Rock, Weverton Cliffs, and Black Rock Cliff. Another challenging but well-known hike to an impressive overlook is at Maryland Heights overlooking historic Harpers Ferry, WV. State park trails at Greenbrier and the Washington Monument offer more moderate hiking opportunities.

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Paddle, Float, Hike, & Bike

Weaverton Cliffs

Our iconic scenic overlooks provide some of the most breathtaking vistas in the Mid Atlantic.

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1 COUNTY 5 NATIONAL PARKS in Washington County, MD

ANNAPOLIS ROCK

Our parks offer a range of amenities– everything from historic monuments and battlefields to waterways with camping, trails and boat launches. We also have three Canal Towns along the C&O Canal: Hancock, Sharpsburg and Williamsport.

Each town offers dining, bicycle repairs and bike-friendly places to spend the night.

HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: Harpers Ferry is located at the

confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers in and around Harpers Ferry, WV. Historically, Harpers Ferry is best known for John Brown’s raid on the Armory in 1859 and its role in the Civil War. The best view is from Maryland Heights, in Sandy Hook, MD.

POTOMAC HERITAGE NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL“OUR NATION’S RIVER”: This trail has several partners as it connects various trails and historic sites in the states of Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia. The trail also includes the C&O Canal. Because of the Potomac River’s prominent place in history, it has been nicknamed “The Nation’s River.”

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APPALACHIAN TRAIL: Situated in Maryland is the epicenter of the Trail, making it a popular location to hike. Nearly all of the 42.6 miles of the state’s share of the trail run through Washington County.

ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD: One of America’s most beautiful and historically preserved battlefields, Antietam is revered as hallowed ground that endured 12 hours of combat on September 17, 1862, in which 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded, or left missing.

CHESAPEAKE & OHIO CANAL NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: The C&O Canal is a 184-

mile hiking and biking trail that runs alongside the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, MD. There are 72 miles of this trail located on our southern border, making for a challenging and beautiful ride. Boat rides are available at the Williamsport Visitor Center, at the Cushwa Basin.

VIEW FROM MARYLAND HEIGHTS OVERLOOK OF HARPER’S FERRY

You won’t hear about these anywhere but Washington County!

1st

A First for the First President

Washington County holds the unique distinction of being the very first of 31 U.S. counties named in honor of George Washington. Founded in 1776, the county bestowed this honor even before Washington became the nation's first president.

1st a monumental first Rising proudly in Boonsboro, the Washington Monument, completed on July 4, 1827, stands as the earliest completed monument dedicated to George Washington.

a presidential beginning The first-ever

presidential retreat, Woodmont, found its origins in Washington County in 1870.

Honoring the Free Press The War Correspondents Arch,

in Gathland State Park, is the only national monument dedicated to a free press and the sole memorial commemorating journalists who bravely gave their lives while reporting from the front lines.

a spicy origin The inventor of the

world-famous Tabasco Sauce,

Edmund McIlhenny, was born right here in Hagerstown, where his father served as mayor.

washington county isn't just steeped in history—it's full of fascinating firsts and quirky claims to fame.

prepare to be surprised by these

amazing facts

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Quick & Quirky Facts

Wheels of Knowledge In 1905, the Washington County Free Library launched a groundbreaking initiative:

the world's first bookmobile service, bringing literature directly to the community.

a hall of famer's debut baseball legend

willie mays

stepped onto the field for his very first professional game at hagerstown’s municipal stadium in 1950.

a cavern of wonders Explore Crystal Grottoes, a natural wonder boasting more formations per square foot than any other known cave. It also holds the distinction of being Maryland's only commercial cavern.

Hollywood Connections

Washington County has even graced the silver screen, serving as a filming location for movies such as Guarding Tess, Gods and Generals, and Lovely Molly.

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AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCES CELEBRATION FARM & HAGERSTOWN CORN MAZE 301-491-6956 | celebrationfarm.org 17638 Garden View Rd., Hagerstown, MD Growing together as we demonstrate God’s love by growing and providing food for those in need. Corn maze open Sept-Oct., Fri-Sun.

CONOCOCHEAGUE INSTITUTE

CRONISE MARKET PLACE

Agricultural attractions are abundant in Hagerstown and Washington County; and our agricultural roots run deep. Visitors come for authentic experiences at working farms and our Rural Heritage Museum. Our farm stands, orchards and special agricultural events showcase our offerings seasonally.

BLUE GOOSE FRUIT MARKET AND BAKERY

301-678-5050 | bluegoosemarkethancock.com 557 E. Main St., Hancock, MD Fresh fruit and produce, gourmet foods from Stonewall Kitchens, Rothschild Farms, Jake & Amos, and McCutcheon’s. Gift shop and bakery with 40 kinds of pies. Fresh seasonal fruit and produce.

CAPRIKORN FARMS

301-639-9925 | caprikornfarms.com 20312 Townsend Rd., Gapland, MD Dairy goat farm with goat cheese, handmade goat milk soap, and baby goats!

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301-432-7377 | cronisemarket.com 312 S. Main St., Boonsboro, MD Country market with fruits and vegetables, flowers, herbs, plants, lawn and garden décor. Christmas trees, wreaths and roping.

DELITEFUL DAIRY

301-223-0032 | delitefuldairy.com 16230 Long Delite Lane, Williamsport, MD We use the milk from our pasture fed cows and bottle it into delicious tasting whole milk, skim milk, chocolate and other seasonal flavors as well as turn it into a variety of artisan cheeses, all on site at our store located right on our farm. Our milk doesn’t leave the farm until you take it home with you as one of our amazing products!

HISTORIC CITY FARMER’S MARKET

240-382-0520 mainstreethagerstown.org/farmersmarket Hub City Brewery, 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown, MD The Historic City Farmer’s Market is the oldest farmer’s market’s in the state of Maryland. This is a seasonal marekt, open every Sunday from 11 AM-3 PM, beginning in May through the end of September. Enjoy fresh produce, artisan food, and handmade good.

IVY HILL FARM

301-824-4658 | Find us on Facebook 13840 Smithsburg Pike, Smithsburg, MD Visit our farm market, specializing in fresh fruits and vegetables, jellies and jams, and freshly squeezed cider in season.

MISTY MEADOWS FARM CREAMERY

301-824-2112 | mistymeadowfarmcreamery.com 14325 Misty Meadow Rd., Smithsburg, MD Family farm since 1920. Visit and pick up our homemade ice cream, coffee and selection of meats, cheeses and milk. Tours of the farm, pumpkin patch, and corn maze is for all ages. Call or check website for exact dates of Fall events.

PALMYRA FARM CHEESE

301-739-2729 | palmyrafarm.net E-Commerce, Family-owned, local dairy farm Using milk from their award-winning cows to make exceptional artisan flavored cheddar cheeses. Shop online!

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH MARKET OF HAGERSTOWN 240-420-8555 | padutchmarket.com 1583 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD Amish handmade furniture, crafts and bakery.

Variety of food and candy. Open Thur-Sat.

RINEHART’S ORCHARDS

301-824-2045 | rinehartorchards.com 14511 Rinehart Rd., Smithsburg, MD Operates seasonally beginning in July, providing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown in our own orchards.

WASHINGTON COUNTY RURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM AND AGRICULTURAL CENTER info.ruralheritagemuseum@gmail.com 7313 Sharpsburg Pike (MD Route 65 South) Boonsboro, MD Explore 3 Indoor Museums, stroll through a mid-1800 Rural Village, enjoy self-guided tours and discover the inventions that were part of the Industrial Revolution, Civil War and Reconstruction period in Washington County. Sat, 1pm-4pm, Mar 28-Dec. 5, and by appointment. Donations appreciated.

Connect directly with our partners for updated info.

RED HEIFER WINERY

STONE HOUSE URBAN WINERY

240-513-4565 | stonehouseuw.com 14320 Castle Drive, Ft. Ritchie, MD Step into the SHUW. It’s always a perfect fit!

WILLOW OAKS CRAFT CIDER & WINE

Our wineries feature many awardwinning wines, many offer the pastoral settings of the Allegheny Mountains. Our sunsets over rolling hills will take your breath away, and the varietals of wines offered will please all palates.

• WINERIES ANTIETAM CREEK VINEYARDS

240-490-2851 | antietamcreekvineyards.com 4835 Branch Avenue, Sharpsburg, MD Enjoy our estate-grown Bordeaux-style wines in a relaxed setting with unique and stunning views of the Antietam National Battlefield.

Open Seasonly. Check website for details.

BIG CORK VINEYARDS

301-302-8032 | bigcorkvineyards.com 4236 Main St., Rohrersville, MD Picturesque mountain view, elegant tasting room, national and international award-winning wines.

A grab-and-go market that offers farm-to-fork options. Open Thur-Mon.

CASTLE HILL WINERY

301-331-4248 | facebook.com/castlehillwines 17039 Castle Hill Rd., Hagerstown, MD Boutique winery with intimate seating for up to 12 people. Outdoor area available in milder weather (March-November). Wines range from dry to sweet and are available by the bottle, glass or flight. Open Fri-Sun.

COOL RIDGE VINEYARD

301-991-9246 | coolridgevineyard.com 19638 Cool Hollow Road, Hagerstown, MD Boutique Unique! Crafted small lot, high quality wines with unique flavors. Open by appt. only.

Connect directly with our partners for updated info.

301-371-4814 | willowoakscraftcider.com 6219 Harley Rd., Middletown, MD We at Willow Oaks Craft Cider & Country Pleasures Farm welcome adults and families of every ability and background to enjoy our products and our farm. Maryland’s oldest certified organic farm and orchard. Check website for hours open.

• CRAFT BREWERIES ANTIETAM BREWERY

240-513-4490 | antietambrewery.com 140 Western Maryland Pkwy, Hagerstown, MD Hagerstown’s first full production brewery.

Tour our state of the art facility and unwind in our gorgeous tasting room or outdoor patio. Awardwinning, traditional brews and seasonal varieties.

Open Tues-Sun.

BAILE CASK & KETTLE

301-358-3800 | bagelsandbrews.net 53 West Washington St., Hagerstown MD Located along the Hagerstown Cultural Trail.

Enjoy a cold draft of house-brewed beer while savoring delicious Irish-inspired cuisine. Baile’s historic 100 year old bar is the perfect spot to catch a game or relax with friends. Open Daily.

CUSHWA BREWING COMPANY

301-223-3434 | cushwabrewing.com 10210 Governor Lane Blvd., Suite 2010, Williamsport, MD Based in Williamsport, MD just minutes away from the historic and scenic C&O Canal for cycling, running, walking, and other recreational activities. Our large modern taproom offers plenty of seating and fun while you sip beer offerings with friends. Hungry? We have partnered with Rad Pies who offer brick-oven Neopolitan style pizza and much more! Open Every Day.

HUB CITY BREWERY

240-347-4647 | hubcitybrewery.com 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown, MD A craft brewery, taproom, and cocktail lounge featuring a large selection of craft beers, ciders, seltzers, and signature cocktails made with craft spirits from our sister company Church Street Distilling. Co. We will also feature several food options operated by local restaurateurs. Hosting an array of live music and events on our stage. A great place for families and professionals alike.

Open Wed-Sun.

POTOMAC RIDGE BREWING

240-200-9832 | facebook.com/PRBrewing 16609 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD Local brewery situated on 8 acres near Antietam Battlefield and C&O Canal in Sharpsburg. Serving house made beer and brick oven pizza. Outdoor seating, family friendly. Open Daily.

THICK-N-THIN BREWING

240-366-4147 | thickandthinbrewery.com 18330 Spark Drive, Hagerstown, MD At Thick-N-Thin, there’s no stuffiness. No pompousness. No attitude. You know what there is? A lot of craft beer, and a laid-back, friendly vibe where everyone feels like family. Just like your local Cheers, it’s all about good drinks and even better times.

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301-824-5210 | redheiferwinery.com 12840 Red Heifer Winery Ln., Smithsburg, MD Family owned and operated vineyard and winery featuring sweet and dry wines. Open Thur-Sun.

UPPER STEM BREWERY

301-848-9527 | Upperstembrewery.com 20150 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD Upper Stem Brewery is a Maryland-designated farm brewery, located northeast of Hagerstown in Washington County. Our farm produces grain, hops, herbs, and fruit that is used in the production of our small-batch craft beer. Open Thur-Sun.

DISTILLERIES • CRAFT & TASTING ROOMS CHURCH STREET DISTILLING CO.

240-347-4647 | churchstreetdistilling.com 25 W. Church Street, Hagerstown, MD We meticulously craft premium spirits with a blend of tradition and innovation.

Open Wed-Sun.

MEINELSCHMIDT DISTILLERY

240-503-1656 | meineldistillery.com 54 South Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Our distillery produces high-quality handcrafted whiskeys, bourbons and vodkas. Open Wed-Sun

PATHFINDER FARM DISTILLERY TASTING ROOM

301-799-4455 | pathfinder.farm 14 S Main St. Boonsboro, MD Bringing you the finest spirits from our farm to your glass. Sample our Bourbon whiskey and moonshine and enjoy handcrafted cocktails, beer, wine, and snacks in our rustic tasting room in downtown Boonsboro.

Open Monday-Saturday 12-8 pm, Sunday noon-5.

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Check out the Washington County sites along the trails. civilwartrails.org

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD: WHERE YESTERDAY’S STORIES INSPIRE TODAY’S ADVENTURES. FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK

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ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD

301-432-5124 | nps.gov/anti | Sharpsburg, MD Site of the bloodiest single-day battle of the Civil War. Films, ranger programs, museum, hiking trails and driving tour maps. The Visitor Center features new exhibits and film. Guided tours and gift shop. Park roads open from dawn until dusk. ($)

BATTLE OF FALLING WATERS 1863

Visitor Parking Lot 14906 Falling Waters Rd, Williamsport, MD 21795 battleoffallingwaters1863foundation.wordpress.com Nearly 7,000 Union cavalry and light artillery attacked Gen. Robert E. Lee’s rear guard of almost 3,000 infantrymen near Williamsport, MD, on the morning and early afternoon of July 14, 1863. Much of the battle was fought approximately two miles from the Falling Waters crossing over the Potomac River. Only 11 days after “Picket’s Charge” in Gettysburg, it is considered the final battle of the Gettysburg Campaign. It is sometimes confused with the unrelated Battle of Falling Waters (Hoke’s Run) in West Virginia two years earlier. Open year-round, until dusk.

BOONSBORO TROLLEY STATION MUSEUM

240-769-0898 nationalrdfoundation.org/trolley-station-museum 220 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD At one of the region’s last standing trolley stations, visitors will learn about the region’s expansive trolley network during the early 20th century. Exhibits provide a glimpse at the history of the railway, and its impact on the people and communities that it served.

Visit the website for hours.

Donations accepted.

BOONSBOROUGH MUSEUM OF HISTORY

240-816-0488 | www.boonsboroughmoh.org 113 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD Displays span 5,000 years, including European arms and armor, Asian art and glassware, and Egyptology, with special emphasis on objects from the Colonial, Revolutionary, Antebellum, and Civil War periods in what is now Washington County, Maryland.

Open every other Sat & Sun, 1pm-4pm, May-Dec, and by appointment. Donations accepted.

BOWMAN HOUSE

boonsborohistoricalsociety.org/bowman-house/ 323 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD The log house was “Boonsboro Pottery” in the late 1800s. Open 2-4:30 pm every 4th Sunday from Apr-Oct or by appointment. Donations accepted.

CHESAPEAKE & OHIO CANAL NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

301-739-4200 | nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/ williamsportvisitorcenter.htm Williamsport Visitor Center location: 205 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD Open Wed- Sun, 9am-4pm. The Cushwa Basin Visitor Center in Williamsport is located at mile 99.8 along the C&O Canal towpath in Washington County, MD. Situated at the confluence of the Conococheague Creek and the Potomac River, Williamsport was first settled in 1740. A half-mile rewatered section of the canal leads through the turning basin, under the only railroad lift bridge on the canal, and continues to Lockhouse 44 and the adjacent lock. The Conocheague Aqueduct is located across from the turning basin.

ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEIELD

CITY PARK TRAIN HUB

301-739-8577, Ext. 170 www.hagerstownmd.org/cityparktrainhub 770 City Park Drive, (opposite The Mansion House Arts Center), City Park, Hagerstown, MD Engine 202 is the only Western Maryland Railroad steam locomotive in existence. On-site museum, cabooses and memorabilia. Open Fri & Sat 10am-4pm, and Sun 12pm-4pm. Apr-Oct, and by appointment.

CONOCOCHEAGUE INSTITUTE MUSEUM & LIBRARY 717-328-2800 | cimlg.org 12995 Bain Rd., Mercersburg, PA A 30-acre site with woodlands, wetlands, meadows and gardens make the perfect backdrop for the historic buildings that make up this preserved Colonial Homestead that represents life on the Frontier of Pennsylvania. Grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk for exploration, walkers, dogs, picnics and birders, and historic programs occur every Saturday year-round from 10am to 5pm. Educational bookings and special tours available by appointment.

Program times may vary during special events.

Open Sat, and (Sun from Memorial Day to Labor Day), 10am-5pm.

DAHLGREN CHAPEL

301-371-7090 | chml.org/dahlgren-chapel Old National Pike, Middletown, MD Gothic chapel constructed from native materials in the 1880s. Features walnut paneling, cathedral ceilings, marble floors and a marble altar imported from Italy. Available to rent for weddings and events.

Open by appointment only.

ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD Connect directly with our partners for updated info.

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FIRST HAGERSTOWN HOSE COMPANY MUSEUM OF FIREFIGHTING HISTORY

301-797-0843 | Find Us on Facebook 31 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Over 200 years of firefighting history for the City of Hagerstown and Washington County. See artifacts denoting past and present history. Enjoyed by young and old alike. Free. Sat, 1-5pm.

FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK

301-842-2155 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/fortfrederick.aspx 11100 Ft. Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD Built in 1756 to protect settlers during the French and Indian War, the Fort hosts interpretive programs and special events. Fee for Fort entrance and guided tours.

Open 8am-sunset Apr-Oct; 10am - sunset Nov-Mar.

THE GEORGE ALFRED TOWNSEND MUSEUM & WAR CORRESPONDENTS ARCH AT GATHLAND STATE PARK

301-791-4767 | dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/gathland.aspx Junction of Gapland and Arnoldstown Rds., Burkittsville, MD Large stone arch was erected on land involved in the Battle of South Mountain. The Museum chronicles Townsend’s life and houses Civil War artifacts. The Appalachian Trail traverses the park. The park is open 8am-Sunset, Apr-Sep. 10am-Sunset, Oct - Mar. Museum also open by appt.

HAGERSTOWN AVIATION MUSEUM

301-733-8717 | hagerstownaviationmuseum.org 18540 Showalter Rd. Bldg #8, Hagerstown, MD Experience 100 years of Hagerstown’s aviation history!

Two large WWII aircraft hangars with 134,000sf of indoor exhibit space displaying 28 historic aircraft from 1919 to 1993. Largest collection of Fairchild aircraft in the world. See the A-10 Warthog, C-119 Flying Boxcar and more! Living History Events with PT-19 open cockpit aircraft rides. Annual Wings & Wheels Event. The museum is also an aviation themed event venue for banquets, weddings, meetings, and parties.

Located along I-81 at Exit 10A. Open year-round: Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm. $

HAGERSTOWN MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUM AT ANTIETAM STATION

301-800-9829 | antietamstation.com 17230 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD Built in 1911, Antietam Station houses railroad artifacts and model railroad layouts. Donations accepted.

Open during special events.

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HAGERSTOWN ROUNDHOUSE MUSEUM, INC.

301-739-4665 | roundhouse.org 296 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Memorabilia from the Hagerstown Roundhouse and area railroads. Model railroads, gift shop, and trains for kids to run. Trains of Christmas, Nov-Feb; Railroad Heritage Days in May. Open 12-4pm, Fri-Sun. $

HANCOCK MUSEUM/HANCOCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY 301-678-5622 | townofhancock.org 126 W. High St., Hancock, MD Historical items and a large postcard collection Housed in Hancock Town Hall. Call for hours.

HANCOCK TOLL HOUSE

301-678-5622 | townofhancock.org 5146 Western Pike, Hancock, MD Open by appointment and during special events.

HISTORIC BOWLES HOUSE

301-714-2233 | 301-739-4200 canaltrust.org/discoveryarea/bowles-house/ 439 E. Main St., Hancock, MD Not currently open to the public.

HISTORIC FORT RITCHIE MUSEUM

301-781-7740 | ritchiemuseum.org 14319 Barrick Ave, Highfield-Cascade, MD The so-called “Ritchie Boys” were mostly Jewish immigrants from Germany and Austria and were specially trained in counterintelligence, interrogation, investigation and psychological warfare. In top secret operations, they were used both here and on the front lines to assist in the fight against the Nazis. Visitors can tour the grounds and the museum. Wed-Sat, 10am-4pm, & Sunday 12pm-4pm. Donations accepted.

JONATHAN HAGER HOUSE MUSEUM

301-739-8577, Ext. 170 | www.hagerhouse.org Hagerstown City Park 110 Key St., Hagerstown, MD Tour the historic 1739 home of Hagerstown’s founder.

Open seasonally Apr-Sep, Fri & Sat 10AM-4PM, Sun 12pm-4pm, and by appointment. $

MILLER HOUSE/WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

301-797-8782 washcomdhistoricalsociety.org/miller-house 135 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Wash. Co. Historical Society headquarters and Kinship Family Heritage Research Center. Period furnishings, Civil War collections, local pottery, toys and antique cars. Museum Tours on Fri & Sat @ 1pm, 2pm & 3pm only. Office and Library open year-round Tue-Sat, 9am-4:30pm, except holidays, or by appointment. $

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CIVIL WAR MEDICINE

301-695-1864 | civilwarmed.org 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD Offers a variety of tours and galleries with full immersion exhibits that tell the story of caring for the sick and wounded in the Civil War. Open 10am-5pm, Mon-Sat; 11am-5pm, Sun. $

NATIONAL ROAD MUSEUM

240-769-0898 | nationalrdfoundation.org 214 North Main St., Boonsboro, MD Maryland’s first museum dedicated to the Historic National Road, one of America’s first public works projects. See the website for hours and additional information. Donations accepted.

NEWCOMER HOUSE EXHIBIT AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER FOR THE HEART OF THE CIVIL WAR HERITAGE AREA

301-432-6402 | heartofthecivilwar.org/explore/ newcomer-visitor-center.org 18422 Shepherdstown Pike, Keedysville, MD Interpretive exhibits, brochures, Civil War Trails map guides and special programs.

Open June–Sept: Tue–Sun, 10 AM–4 PM; Apr, May, Oct & Nov: Weekends only, 10 AM–4 PM; Dec–Mar: Closed.

PLUMB GROVE MUSEUM

301-842-2342 | facebook.com/PlumbGrove 12654 Broadfording Rd., Clear Spring, MD Rural 1831 farmhouse offers tours and annual holiday open house. Open 1-4pm first Sunday of each month from June-Oct, during special events and by appointment. Donations accepted.

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WASHINGTON COUNTY RURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM

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www.ruralheritagemuseum.org 7313 Sharpsburg Pike (MD Rt 65 South) Boonsboro, MD Explore 3 Indoor Museums, stroll through a mid-1800 Rural Village, enjoy self-guided tours and discover the inventions that were part of the Industrial Revolution, Civil War and Reconstruction period in Washington County. Open Sat, 1-4 Mar 28-Dec 5, and by appointment. Donations Accepted.

301-791-4767 | tinyurl.com/DNR-WMSP South Mountain, near Boonsboro, MD First monument completed in honor of George Washington. Museum has battlefield and monument artifacts. Open Apr-Sep, 8am-Sunset. Oct-Mar, 10amSunset.. Fee charged.

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301-416-2395 | 301-695-1864 civilwarmed.org/pry/about-the-pry-house Antietam National Battlefield 18906 Shepherdstown Pike (Md 34), Keedysville, MD The House and Barn will be closed this season for historic maintenance. They will still have the medicinal herb garden, on the Pry property, and Master Gardener Greg Susla will be on site Tuesdays 10:00 to 2:00, May-Oct. Donations accepted.

ROSE HILL CEMETERY

301-739-3630 | rhcemetery.org 600 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Rose Hill Cemetery is a public cemetery servicing Washington Co. and surrounding areas. It is the final resting place of many local famous politicians, inventors, entrepreneurs, artists and highly decorated military officers. It is also the location of the historic Washington Confederate Cemetery.

Learn how this region grew and thrived in the 1800's. Self-guided tours of the Open-Air 1800's historic village, interiors of homes and businesses, early farming and how we travelled our early roads.

Check website for events calendar and hours of operation.

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SHARPSBURGH MUSEUM OF HISTORY

TEMPORARILY CLOSED, REOPENING MID-SUMMER 2026 sharpsburghmuseumofhistory.com 106 E. Main St., Sharpsburg, MD Sharpsburgh Museum of History covers the history of Sharpsburg, its town, and district. Our goal is to give a glimpse into the lives of its people before, during, and after the American Civil War. Blue Star Museum. Donations accepted.

SOUTH MOUNTAIN STATE BATTLEFIELD

301-432-8065 | tinyurl.com/SMSBP Stretches between Washington Monument and Gathland State Parks. Park office is three miles east of Boonsboro and one mile north of Alt. 40 at Turner’s Gap. Open 8am-Sunset, Apr-Oct and 10am-Sunset, Oct-Mar.

TOLSON’S CHAPEL

240-452-7389 | tolsonschapel.org 111 E. High St., Sharpsburg, MD Historic African-American church and Freedman’s Bureau school. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open by appointment only. Donations accepted.

301-842-2155 | tinyurl.com/West-MD-Rail-Trail From Big Pool to Pearre, MD Hiking/biking trail built on about 28 miles of abandoned railroad bed. Parallels Potomac River and C&O Canal. Interpretive programs and special events.

Open Sunrise-Sunset..

WILLIAMSPORT HISTORY MUSEUM SPRINGFIELD FARM

301-223-5854 wmspthistory.org/town-museum-of-williamsport 14 Springfield Farm Ln., Williamsport, MD Pictures, chairs from the Williamsport DeFrehn Factory, Williamsport High School Room and C&O Canal Memorabilia. Annual events include Community Sunrise Celebration, Retreat through Williamsport Civil War Weekend, WWII Weekend and Celebration of Trees. Open Tue & Thu, 11am-3pm and by appointment.

Donations Accepted.

WILSON OLD COUNTRY STORE

301-582-4718 | Find Us on Facebook!

14921 Rufus Wilson Rd., Clear Spring, MD Come take a walk back in time at Wilson Store.

Featuring many items, including cheeses, bologna, candy galore, home décor, gifts, antiques, local artisans’ items, Amish foods, and more. A true treasure to come and visit.

Open Mon-Sat 6:30am-5pm, Sun 8:30am-5pm.

www.ruralheritagemuseum.org | info.ruralheritagemuseum@gmail.com 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713

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THE CIVIL WAR in Washington County & Beyond

Walk in the footsteps of Abraham Lincoln, Clara Barton, and legendary generals Stonewall Jackson, George B. McClellan, George Armstrong, and Robert E. Lee.

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Antietam National Battlefield is a pristinely preserved historic site, known as the bloodiest single-day battle in the US history. Fought on September 17, 1862, it resulted in over 23,000

casualties. The Confederate Army failed in their attempt to advance north of the Potomac, resulting in the Union’s victory. The outcome of the battle prompted President Lincoln to issue the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.

Explore over 3,000 acres of preserved land, including monuments, artillery pieces, Pry House Field Hospital Museum, Dunker Church, and Burnside Bridge. Venture off the battlefield, to the nearby towns of Funkstown, Sharpsburg and

Boonsboro, nearly every building was utilized as a hospital in the aftermath. The battlefield is a popular destination for Civil War buffs, history enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers alike.

Antietam Battlefield Guide Service offers certified guided tours of the battlefield, and a self-guided auto tour for those who wish to explore the battlefield on their own, available in the Visitor Center.

HUB & SPOKE TO NEARBY BATTLEFIELDS From Antietam National Battlefield is the perfect “basecamp” to visit with several sites: Battle of Falling Waters in Williamsport: The July 14, 1863 Battle of Falling Waters was the final battle of the Gettysburg Campaign in Maryland. It was fought in rural Washington County not far from the canal town of Williamsport. The Battle of Falling Waters

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South Mountain Battlefield: The beginning site of the Antietam Campaign.

Sites within a 45 minute Drive: Gettysburg National Military Park, Monocacy National Battlefield, and Harper’s Ferry National Historic Park.

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• AFRICAN-AMERICAN ROSE HILL CEMETERY HISTORY

The true and complete history of the United States and the Civil War cannot be told without including the context of slavery. The Battle of Antietam in Sharpsburg resulted in President Lincoln’s issuing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

301-797-5019 | dolemanblackheritagemuseum.org 33 W. Washington St., 2nd floor, Hagerstown, MD This private collection contains artifacts from Washington County’s African-American history.

FERRY HILL PLANTATION

301-582-0813 | 301-739-4200 16500 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD Drive by this site on the National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. Stroll the beautiful grounds, and read about it’s history: nps. gov/choh/learn/historyculture/ferryhill.htm

FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK

301-842-2155 | dnr.maryland.gov 11100 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD A free African American who helped escaping slaves during the Civil War once owned the land that is now Fort Frederick State Park.

HALFWAY AFRICAN AMERICAN CEMETERY

240-385-7124 | Find Us on Facebook 11027 Clinton Ave. Hagerstown, MD Founded in 1897 by a Black fraternal society, it was the burial place of 400 African American citizens of Hagerstown. The graves include fourteen Civil War veterans and a World War I veteran. Abandoned in the mid-20th century, it is now being restored by neighbors, descendants, and friends. Open Daily, dusk to dawn; tours by appointment.

Free admission.

HARMON HOTEL HISTORICAL MARKER

Jonathan St., between W. Bethel & W. Church St., Hagerstown, MD During segregation, this hotel was the only place for visiting African-Americans to stay in Hagerstown.

A historical marker is located near the former hotel, on Jonathan St., between W. Bethel St. and W. Church St.

NORTH STREET SCHOOL

Located on North St., Hagerstown, MD Now the Martin Luther King Center, this facility served as the county’s first secondary school for African-Americans.

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TOLSON’S CHAPEL

240-452-7389 | tolsonschapel.org 111 E. High St., Sharpsburg, MD The African-American community built this church, which served as a spiritual and educational center. Open by appointment.

Weaving the Tapestry: African American Contributions to Washington County The tapestry of American history is woven with threads of triumph and struggle, and nowhere is this truer than with the story of slavery. The Civil War may not have begun in Washington County, Maryland, but its echoes reverberated deeply here. Sharpsburg, the site of the bloody Battle of Antietam, witnessed a turning point, leading President Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.

But the story doesn’t begin or end with a single battle. From the 1740s, the shadow of slavery stretched across Washington County. In 1820, nearly 14% of the population – over 3,200 people – were denied their freedom. Even as the Civil War raged, almost 1,500 remained enslaved. It wasn’t until November 1864 that Maryland finally abolished this cruel practice.

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ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

301-582-0417 | stmarkslappans.org 18313 Lappans Rd., Boonsboro, MD Founded in 1849, a restoration of the original slave balcony can be seen and the historic cemetery contains the graves of several former slaves.

ANTIETAM BATT

301-305-8166 | 155 N. Jonathan St., Hagerstown, MD washingtoncountyhistoricaltrust.org/124-asburyunited-methodist-church-circa-1879-hagerstown-md/ The oldest African American church in the city.

301-739-3630 | rhcemetery.org 600 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Visit the new African-American Civil War Veterans Monument and Memorial and Jacob Wheaton’s grave (the first Black Person to vote in Maryland after the Civil War).

Beyond local heroes, a network of activists known as the Underground Railroad stretched its lifeline across the North. A beacon of hope for those fleeing south, it offered a path to freedom, often leading through neighboring Pennsylvania.

While the organized network primarily operated further to our East, its reach sometimes extended into western Maryland, providing a critical escape route for enslaved people.

Ready to delve deeper into these powerful narratives? Uncover the stories of Washington County’s African American heroes and explore the local sites that bear witness to their struggles. Download our free brochures, “African American Heritage” and the award-winning “Underground Railroad in Hagerstown Walking Tour,” from our Virtual Visitor Welcome Center: visithagerstown.com/download-brochures

Hagerstown and Washington County hold a wealth of stories waiting to be seen and heard.

These are stories of resilience, of daring escapes, and of the unyielding pursuit of liberty. Countless of the enslaved in Washington County risked everything to break free from the shackles of bondage. Though the exact number who succeeded remains a mystery, we know many relied on the quiet courage of free people of color who offered crucial assistance.

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SHOPPING GUIDE

UNIQUE SHOPPING & DINING EXPERIENCES INCLUDING A SHOPPING MALL, OUTLETS, SPECIALTY SHOPS, & ANTIQUE SHOPS APOTHEKE DUJARDIN

• ANTIQUE SHOPS ANTIQUE CROSSROADS

301-739-0858 | antiquecrossroads.com 20150 National Pike (US 40), Hagerstown, MD Over 250 dealers, primitive furniture, estate jewelry, silver, coins, lamps, pottery/crocks, graniteware, clocks, linens, glassware, silverware and vintage holiday decorations.

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BUDDYLOU’S EATS, DRINKS & ANTIQUES

301-678-6460 | buddylous.com 11 E. Main St., Hancock, MD Three floors of antiques, unique finds and BuddyLou’s Bargains! Enjoy a drink, sandwich and music on the deck by the C&O Canal.

J&S PAWN AND GUN

301-791-7296 | jspawnguns.com 47 E. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Firearms, Gold, Jewelry and Much More with 9 convenient locations!

MEMORY LANE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

301-733-7491 | memorylaneantiqueshagerstown.com 1350 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD Gifts from the past and present sure to please everyone. 150+ quality dealers.

OLDE TIME TREASURES

301-790-3339 | Find us on Facebook 13617-B Pennsylvania Ave., Hagerstown, MD We are an indoor flea-market filled with unique treasures. Over 80 vendors to shop from featuring furniture, glassware, jewelry, clocks, tools and more!

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THE VEILED LADY BOUTIQUE

• APPAREL AND MORE HAGERSTOWN PREMIUM OUTLETS

301-790-0300 | premiumoutlets.com/hagerstown 495 Premium Outlets Blvd., Hagerstown, MD More than 50 designer and specialty outlet stores including: Coach, Gap Outlet, Kate Spade, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store and Under Armour.

JOSIE’S ON MAIN

240-285-0383 | josiesonmain.com 4 N. Main Street, Boonsboro, MD Josie’s offers a unique shopping experience. Vintage and new home decor, new on-trend clothing and jewelry, bath and body products and more!

VALLEY MALL

301-582-0700 | shopthevalleymall.com 17301 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown, MD Over 60 regional and national stores from American Eagle, Bath & Body Works, H&M, Victoria’s Secret and more! Visit the website for information about the area’s primary shopping and dining destination.

• ART GALLERIES JUST LOOKIN’ GALLERY

301-714-2278 | justlookin.com 40 Summit Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Celebrating 30 plus years in downtown Hagerstown with original art by over 70 African American contemporary and legacy artists.

KESRA’S ART

301-471-7124 | kesrahoffman.com 4803 Mount Briar Rd., Keedysville, MD Fine art landscape paintings in gouache, a waterbased versatile highly pigmented paint, and acrylic, hand-bound journals, murals, private art lessons; NOMA gallery (Frederick), M4 Studios (Keedysville), Valley Craft Network Studio Tour.

• BICYCLE SHOPS

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C&O BICYCLE

BLUE GOOSE FRUIT MARKET AND BAKERY

301-678-6665 | candobicycle.com/ 9 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock, MD Bicycle sales, rentals, and repairs. Located between the Western Maryland Rail Trail and C&O Canal. Mile marker 124.5 of the C&O Canal.

MERCURY ENDURANCE CYCLES

240-347-4959 | mercuryendurance.com 222 E. Oak Ridge Drive, Suite 1225, Hagerstown, MD Bicycle sales and maintenance, Bicycle Fit Studio, Triathlon Cycling & Run Coaching. Our staff has over 50 years of industry experience.

SHEPHERDSTOWN PEDAL & PADDLE

301-678-5050 | bluegoosemarkethancock.com 557 E. Main St., Hancock, MD Gourmet foods from Stonewall Kitchens, Rothchild Farms, Jake & Amos, and McCutcheons. Gift shop and bakery with 30 kinds of pies. Fresh seasonal fruit and produce.

CAPRIKORN FARMS

301-639-9925 | caprikornfarms.com 20312 Townsend Rd., Gapland, MD Dairy goat farm with goat cheese, handmade goat milk soap, and baby goats!

CRONISE MARKET PLACE

304-876-3000 | thepedalpaddle.com 115 W. German St., Shepherdstown, WV Bicycles, kayaks, canoes, sales-service-rentals and shuttle.

301-432-7377 | cronisemarket.com 312 S. Main St., Boonsboro, MD Country market with fresh local fruits and vegetables, flowers, herbs, vegetable plants, lawn and garden décor, birdhouses, chimes, flags and crafts. Christmas trees, wreaths and roping. Open Seasonally.

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DELITEFUL DAIRY

240-866-7316 | Find us on Facebook 141 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD An innovative indie book shop catering to a wide range of literary tastes. We offer a diverse selection of new books for all ages, unique gift items, and a dedicated local author section. The attached café offers a cozy atmosphere for customers to enjoy coffee, tea, and a bite to eat. We host a variety of events for all ages that celebrate the joy of reading and community.

301-223-0032 | delitefuldairy.com 16230 Long Delite Lane, Williamsport, MD We use the milk from our pasture fed cows and bottle it into delicious tasting whole milk, skim milk, chocolate and other seasonal flavors as well as turn it into a variety of artisan cheeses, all on site at our store located right on our farm. Our milk doesn’t leave the farm until you take it home with you as one of our amazing products!!

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• BOOKSTORES

301-432-4588 | ttpbooks.com 18 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD Offering a full selection of Nora Roberts’ titles, popular fiction, local history, jewelry, soy candles, gifts and organic fair-trade coffee beverages.

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FINDERS KEEPERS FINE CONSIGNMENTS

301-790-2300 | Find us on Facebook 19021 Longmeadow Rd., Hagerstown, MD Upscale consignment shop featuring home furnishings, décor, accents and accessories.

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301-381-2102 | theveiledladyboutique.com 16 N. Conococheague Street, Williamsport, MD This charming boutique features a curated collection of vintage and antique treasures. The shop also offers a distinctive line of purses, bags, wallets, shoes, and booties that blend classic country-western style with a modern twist.

Customers will find beautiful jewelry, along with professional jewelry repair services.

301-842-2292 | ernstmarket.com 11650 Dam 5 Rd, Clear Spring, MD A family-owned country market serving Washington County for over 80 years, offering a full line of grocery, handcut meats, full service deli, and old tyme candy.

Ask about our exceptional catering options. There’s just not a lot of places like us anymore!

HISTORIC CITY FARMER’S MARKET

240-382-0520 | mainstreethagerstown.org/farmersmarket Hub City Brewery, 25 W. Church Street, Hagerstown, MD The Historic City Farmers Market is the oldest farmers market in the state of Maryland. This is a seasonal market open every Sunday from 11 AM-3 PM beginning in May through the end of September. Enjoy fresh produce, artisan food, and handmade goods.

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY AND SHOP

301-791-3132 | washingtoncountyarts.com 34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100, Hagerstown, MD Experience and shop a curated collection of original local art.— paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, original music, and more!

Tue by appt., Wed-Sat 11am-7pm

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FOXCROSS POTTERY

IVY HILL FARM

301-824-4658 | Ivy-hill-farm.com 13840 Smithsburg Pike, Smithsburg, MD Visit our farm market, specializing in fresh fruits and vegetables, jellies and jams, and freshly squeezed cider in season.

PALMYRA FARM CHEESE

301-739-2729 | palmyrafarm.net E-Commerce, Family-owned, local dairy farm.

Using milk from their award-winning cows to make exceptional artisan flavored cheddar cheeses. Shop online! You can find our cheese at the farm or by stopping at any of our vendors. Check out website for options.

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH MARKET OF HAGERSTOWN 240-420-8555 Like us on Facebook or padutchmarket.com 1583 Potomac Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Amish handmade furniture, crafts, variety of delicious foods, candy, baked items, inside dining and much more! Open Thurs.-Sat.

301-331-0820 | foxcrosspottery.com 6640 Remsburg Rd., Sharpsburg, MD Foxcross Pottery studio overlooks the Potomac River, nestled in a quiet corner of Washington County, Maryland - an area rich in history, craftsmanship, and tradition. Hours: Saturday/ Sunday: 12-5PM, or by appt.

HUNT PROTHRO

202-494-1045 | instagram.com/huntprothro 20100 Millbrook Rd., Keedysville, MD Hunt Prothro exhibits his robust and emotionally rich ceramic art in the modernist gallery of his 19th c. farmhouse; he works in an adjacent studio.

Each building is an archive of recycled materials, locally milled lumber, and hand-built furniture.

His work is in both public and private collections, including The Smithsonian American Art Museum.

Hours: Sat./Sun.: 12PM-5PM, Weekdays by Appt.

KILNJOY CERAMICS

301-991-2360 | kilnjoy.com 22201 Pondsville Rd., Smithsburg, MD Decorative & functional ceramic art for your table & life. Artist Denise Joyal uses atmospheric firing to create surfaces inspired by her love of the intensity of sunlight & shadow prior to dusk.

Hours: By Appointment or Occasional Open Houses.

M4 STUDIOS AND GALLERY

301-824-2045 | rinehartorchards.com 14511 Rinehart Rd., Smithsburg, MD Our market is open July-Apr providing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown in our own orchards.

410-739-9016 | m4-studios.com 4803 Mt. Briar Rd., Keedysville, MD Featuring Kirke Martin’s Pottery, Kesra Hoffman’s Landscape Paintings, and woodworking by Alan Clingan. Hours: Pottery studio, roadside gallery, and main gallery open dawn to dusk daily.

RUTH’S MARKET

TAMERIA MARTINEZ CLAY

RINEHART ORCHARDS, INC.

240-985-8960 | Follow on Facebook 28 S. Conococheague St., Williamsport, MD Providing the community with local dairy, meats and produce. Specializing in cheese, charcuterie & deli options.

• POTTERY COLES POTTERY

240-446-9552 | allisonseverancepottery.com 39 North Main Street, Keedysville, MD Wood-fired salt glazed pottery by Allison Coles Severance. Allison‘s pots are created to have a job, to be used daily and held in the hand - whether a friendly bowl for morning oatmeal or a generous kitchen bucket for gathering greens from the garden. She makes pots for people to use.

Hours: appointment only. Self-serice gallery open daily 10am-5pm.

EVERYDAY EARTHE

301-732-7055 | everydayearthe.com/pages/events 206 S. Main Street, Boonsboro, MD 21713 Everyday Earthe creates artistic pottery that celebrates natural materials and blends earthy textures with a modern aesthetic. Located in historic Boonsboro, Maryland, our studio hosts seasonal shopping events – please visit our website for latest schedule.

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301-524-9510 | tameriamartinezclay.com 21001 Tasker Lane, Boonsboro, MD Artist Tameria Martinez works in her clay studio and fires her wood fueled train kiln. Her work includes porcelain and stoneware vessels, both functional and decorative, thrown on the potter’s wheel.

Tameria currently teaches porcelain and glaze classes for advanced level students.

Hours: By Appointment.

TWIN MOONS POTTERY

301-790-4047 | twinmoonspottery.com 13650 Greencastle Pike, Hagerstown, MD Artist Pam Hall’s unique art is created in porcelain and stoneware clay. She does both “art pottery” and “functional ware” all meant to be used and enjoyed. In studio private and group classes available from MayNovember. Hours: By Appointment or By Chance.

VAN GILDER POTTERY

vangilderpottery.com | vangilderpottery@gmail.com 20834 Townsend Road, Gapland, MD Established in 1985, they are a working pottery and contemporary craft gallery featuring an eclectic collection of handmade stoneware, fine jewelry, woodenwares, glass and more. Located in a restored barn atop South Mountain at the west entrance to Gathland State Park and adjacent to the Appalachian Trail. Hours: Saturday/Sunday: 12PM-5PM.

• SPECIALTY SHOPS APOTHEKE DUJARDIN

301-992-0442 | apothekedujardin.com 14362 Reckord Avenue, Cascade, MD Zero waste refillery - Organic Herbs & Spices Nontoxic Home & Beauty - Holistic Wellness & Nutrition Coaching - Local Artisans & Goods.

BODYWORKS MASSAGE CENTER/ GIFT & WELLNESS SHOP

301-745-6490 | BodyworksMassageCenter.com North Pointe Shopping Center 18745 North Pointe Dr., Hagerstown, MD Hagerstown’s favorite place for massage for over 20 years. Retail gift shop with products for body, mind and spirit. Online booking and printable gift certificates.

FINDERS KEEPERS FINE CONSIGNMENTS

301-790-2300 | Find us on Facebook 19021 Longmeadow Rd., Hagerstown, MD Upscale consignment shop featuring home furnishings, décor, accents and accessories.

GIFTS INN BOONSBORO

301-432-0090 | giftsinnboonsboro.com 16 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD A showcase of local and regional art. Choose from a selection of original art, fine jewelry, blown glass, pottery, wood accessories and more. Open Monday– Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday 11am–4pm.

HUB CITY VINYL

301-800-9390 | hubcityvinyl.com 28 E. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD Maryland’s largest record store! Tens of thousands of new and used albums, 45s, CDs, tapes and music related merchandise.

J&S PAWN AND GUN

301-791-7296 | jspawnguns.com 47 E. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Firearms, Gold, Jewelry and Much More with 9 convenient locations!

KELLY MOORE SHEDS & MARKETPLACE

240-513-6996 | facebook.com/KellyMooreSheds 17051 Virginia Avenue, Williamsport, MD Offering customers fresh, local foods and handcrafted items; vintage, antiques and collectibles.

OLDE HOMESTEAD

240-329-9353 | olde-homestead.com 310 S. Main St., Boonsboro, MD Home decor and gift store. Country, farmhouse, & vintage furniture, linens, rugs, curtains, pictures, lamps, florals, candles, jewelry, scarves, handbags, and unique gifts.

REPEAT PERFORMANCE THRIFT SHOP

301-665-2993 | tinyurl.com/Meritus-Thrift 18737 North Pointe Dr., Hagerstown, MD Top quality merchandise for all four seasons in a 5,500 sq.ft.., well-organized, clean, friendly, and helpful atmosphere, staffed by volunteers. Proceeds benefit Meritus Medical Center’s patients and staff.

Connect directly with our partners for updated info.

TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES

TRANQUILATEA TEA ROOM AND GIFT SHOP

717-765-8327 | tranquilatearoom.com 117 West Main St., Waynesboro, PA Brimming with treasures, unique gifts, only the finest loose-leaf tea and much more!

THE VEILED LADY BOUTIQUE

301-381-2102 | theveiledladyboutique.com 16 N. Conococheague Street, Williamsport, MD This charming boutique features a curated collection of vintage and antique treasures. The shop also offers a distinctive line of purses, bags, wallets, shoes, and booties that blend classic country-western style with a modern twist.

Customers will find beautiful jewelry, along with professional jewelry repair services.

WASHINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS MUSEUM STORE

301-739-5727 | wcmfa.org 401 Museum Dr., Hagerstown, MD Hundreds of unique items such as jewelry, home décor, creative and educational children’s gifts, artrelated books & postcards, stationery, and unique items for lovers of art and history.

WEYIRA OLIVE OIL & VINEGAR TASTING GALLERY

301-797-4192 | weyiraoliveoil.com 1555 Potomac Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Gourmet food store offering up to 100 different premium, fused and infused extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. We carry spices, herbs, honey, infused sea salts, soaps, and olive oil skin care products. Walk-in samplings. Scheduled group tastings for up to 10 people. Weyira Olive Oil is the only store in the area that meets the UP standard.

WILSON OLD COUNTRY STORE

301-582-4718 | Find us on Facebook.

14921 Rufus Wilson Rd., Clear Spring, MD Come take a walk back in time at Wilson Store.

Featuring many items, including cheeses, bologna, candy galore, home décor, gifts, antiques, local artisans’ items, Amish foods. A true treasure to come and visit.

WILSON’S YOUR FAVORITE QUILT SHOP

301-790-3526 | iluv2quilt.com 13516 Marsh Pike, Hagerstown, MD The prettiest quilt shop in Western Maryland. Find creative inspiration in our quilts while shopping for fabric and kits.

WISH KITCHENS AND BATHS

301-733-9474 | wishkitchensandbaths.com 114 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Kitchen and bath dealer, remodel and countertops.

Connect directly with our partners for updated info.

WORLD TREASURES THRIFT SHOP

301-797-8624 | Find us on Facebook 524 Frederick St., Hagerstown, MD “The Most Unique Thrift Shop in Hagerstown,” World Treasures Thrift, operates through donations and volunteer time. Toting Vintage items, Housewares, Clothing, Furniture, Jewelry, and more. Our kind staff is eager to serve you. All profits benefit world missions through Mennonite Central Committee.

THE YARN SHOP

240-513-4472 | theyarnshopmd.com 1 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Local yarn store carrying beautiful yarns from Debbie Bliss, Ella Rae, Juniper Moon Farms, Louisa Harding, Malabrigo and many more. We also stock accessories and tools for your knitting and crocheting needs.

• WINERIES & SPIRITS ANTIETAM CREEK VINEYARDS

240-490-2851 | antietamcreekvineyards.com Winery • See website for opening hours 4835 Branch Avenue, Sharpsburg, MD Enjoy our estate-grown Bordeaux-style wines in a relaxed setting with unique and stunning views of the Antietam National Battlefield.

BARREL BODEGA BAR & BOTTLE SHOP

Wine, Spirits, Beer • Open Daily 301-582-4444 | barrelbodega.com 17618 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown, MD Barrel Bodega is a neighborhood liquor store near the Valley Mall in Hagerstown that pairs a curated retail selection with an approachable, boutique feel. They stock a rotating selection of wines, beers, and premium spirits, including a large selection of rare and specialty bourbons and whiskeys. The shop hosts tastings and events, and offers staff recommendations for gifts and pairings.

BIG CORK VINEYARDS

301-302-8032 | bigcorkvineyards.com Winery • Open Thur-Mon 4236 Main St., Rohrersville, MD Picturesque mountain view, elegant tasting room, national and international award-winning wines and grab-and-go market.

CASTLE HILL WINERY

COOL RIDGE VINEYARD

301-991-9246 | coolridgevineyard.com 19638 Cool Hollow Road, Hagerstown, MD Boutique Unique! Crafted small lot, high quality wines with unique flavors. Open by appt. only.

MARYLAND WINE HOUSE

240-347-1971 | marylandwinehouse.com Wine, Spirits, Beer • Open Daily 13721 Oliver Drive, Hagerstown, MD Maryland Wine House is your destination for expertly curated fine wine, craft beer, and spirits.

From everyday picks to rare finds, we offer personalized service and a welcoming space for enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Discover something new with every visit.

SHOPPING GUIDE

301-797-3020 | tenthousandvillages.com/hagerstown 18705 Crestwood Drive, Hagerstown, MD Fair trade retailer, carrying handmade home décor, accessories and gift items from artisan groups all across the world!

OLD ORCHARD LIQUORS

301-739-0757 | oldorchardliquors.com Wine, Spirits, Beer • Open Daily 17617 Virginia Avenue, Hagerstown, MD We carry 800 to 1000 varieties of beer, seltzers and ready-to-drink cocktails, national wine and wines from 20 countries, high end single malt and blended scotch up to 40 years old. Of our vast selection of Bourbon and Whiskey, we also have store picked Barrels, and an ever-growing Tequilas selection.

RED HEIFER WINERY

301-824-5210 | redheiferwinery.com Winery • Open Thu-Sun 12840 Red Heifer Winery Ln., Smithsburg, MD Family owned and operated vineyard and winery featuring sweet and dry wines.

STONE HOUSE URBAN WINERY

(240) 513-4565 | stonehouseuw.com 14320 Castle Drive, Cascade, MD 21719 Winery Step into the SHUW. It’s always a perfect fit!

WILLOW OAKS CRAFT CIDER & WINE

301-371-4814 | willowoakscraftcider.com Winery/Cidery • Check website for hours 6219 Harley Rd., Middletown, MD The oldest certified organic farm in Maryland.

Organic produce, grass-fed beef, jams and fruit butters. Award winning craft cider and dessert wines made with fruit from our orchard, Gluten-free snacks, cheese plates, and charcuterie.

301-331-4248 | Find us on Facebook Winery • Open Fri-Sun 17039 Castle Hill Rd., Hagerstown, MD Boutique winery with intimate seating for up to 12 people. Outdoor area available in milder weather (March-November). Wines range from dry to sweet and are available by the bottle, glass or flight.

CHURCH STREET DISTILLING COMPANY

(240) 347-4647 | churchstreetdistilling.com Distillery • Wed-Sun 25 W. Church Street, Hagerstown, MD We meticulously craft premium spirits with a blend of tradition and innovation.

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DINING KEY

EAT, DRINK, AND BE MERRY!

• AMERICAN BAILE BAGELS

301-358-3800 | bagelsandbrews.net Bagel Shop • OPEN DAILY 53 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD The Baile Bagels storefront offers quick-service bagel creations for breakfast or lunch. Baile sources authentic New York bagel dough and bakes it fresh in-house, ensuring a chewy, crusty texture that’s simply irresistible. $$ B, L, D, V, OS

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BARREL BODEGA BAR & BOTTLE SHOP

AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 301-582-4444 | barrelbodega.com 17618 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown, MD We build sandwiches on fresh bread with house spreads, crisp produce, and generous layers of sourced cheeses and cured meats, while our cheese and charcuterie boards spotlight the good stuff: creamy bries, bold blues, aged salami and prosciutto. Pair with a glass of wine, a cocktail, or a rare whiskey and settle into that slow-down bodega feel. Craft and quality without the fuss. $, L, D, V, CA

$ $$ $$$ R BF B

$1-$9 $10-$19 $20+ Reservations Banquet Facility Breakfast

L Lunch D Dinner OS Outdoor Seating CA Catering V Vegetarian GF Gluten Free

BATTLEVIEW MARKET & DINER

AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 301-432-2676 | battleviewmarket.com 5331 Sharpsburg Pike, Sharpsburg, MD Enjoy fresh fried chicken, homemade soups, and made-to-order subs seven days a week. Dine-in or take-out. Box lunches too! $, B, L, D, OS

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THE GRILLE AT RUNWAYS

CRACKER BARREL

THE HUB PUB

SANDWICHES & SIDES • OPEN THURS-MON 301-678-6460 | buddylous.com 11 E. Main St., Hancock, MD Enjoy a unique sandwich made with fresh ingredients and carefully selected wine and beer pairings. Live music on huge deck by the C&O Canal.

Browse three floors of antiques! $$, L, D, OS

THE BISTRO – EAT. DRINK. CONNECT®

HOMESTYLE COOKING • OPEN DAILY 240-420-0955 18214 Col. Henry K. Douglas Drive, Hagerstown MD Our all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus allow you to get your fill of comfort food in our friendly MD location. Shop throughout the country store, take a seat by the fire, or play some checkers while you wait for your meal to arrive - all with Cracker Barrel.

B, L, D, $$, CA

AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 301-582-0043 17270 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown, MD (Located in the Courtyard by Marriott) Serving evening fare seven days a week. Complete with a well-stocked bar and Starbucks© can. $$, B, D

BLACK ROCK BAR & GRILL

STEAKHOUSE • OPEN DAILY 240-850-3365 | blackrockrestaurants.com/ hagerstown 17301 Valley Mall Rd., Hagerstown, MD More than a meal! It’s an experience! Black Rock Bar & Grill is an award-winning concept specializing in Certified Angus Beef Steaks served on a sizzling stone at the customer’s table creating a guest experience like no other. $$, L, D, BF, OS

BONNIE’S AT THE RED BYRD

HOMESTYLE • OPEN DAILY 301-432-5822 | Find us on Facebook 19409 Shepherdstown Pike, Keedysville, MD A Maryland landmark serving home-cooked family favorites since 1958. Minutes from Antietam Battlefield. Affordable good food! Buses and groups welcome. Great box lunches available. $, B, L, D, BF, CA

BRANDED CHOPHOUSE (at Boro Live)

STEAKHOUSE • OPEN SUN, TUE-SAT 301-799-1206 | brandedchophouse.toast.site 7704 Old National Pike, Suite A, Boonsboro, MD Branded Chophouse in Boonsboro Maryland is a unique dining experience for all guests. The menu is reasonably priced and offers top cuts of meat and exciting cocktails. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. We offer Weekend brunch with a variety of food and bottomless mimosas. $$$, D, (Sat & Sun brunch)

THE BRICK TAVERN OF HAGERSTOWN

TAVERN-STYLE FAVORITES WITH A COASTAL FLAIR OPEN DAILY | 240-347-4663 thebricktavernhagerstown.com 28 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD A neighborhood favorite where friends gather, flavors shine, and good times are always on the menu. The Brick Tavern brings coastal-inspired comfort food to the table in a warm, welcoming space for all. $$, L, D, BF, OS, V, GV

THE BROAD AXE

NEW AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 301-733-8454 | thebroadaxe.com 28 W. Franklin St., Hagerstown, MD Relaxed, casual dining atmosphere. Great food, drinks, music and friends. $$, L, D, BF, OS

DELITEFUL DAIRY

SANDWICHES AND MORE • OPEN MON-SAT 301-223-0032 | www.delitefuldairy.com Email: info@delitefuldairy.com 16230 Long Delite Ln, Williamsport, MD 21795 We use the milk from our pasture fed cows and bottle it into delicious whole milk, skim milk, chocolate and other seasonal flavors, as well as turn it into a variety of artisan cheeses, all on site at our store. Our milk doesn’t leave the farm until you take it home with you as one of our amazing products!!

DRACULA’S KITCHEN & BAR

AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 240-382-1102 | facebook.com/draculashagerstown 20131 Professional Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Dracula’s Kitchen and Bar is a full-service restaurant and bar in Hagerstown, MD featuring steaks, burgers, wings, pizza, pasta, and select Romanian specialties. Known for its dark gothic theme, lively atmosphere, and affordable pricing, Dracula’s is ideal for casual dining, date nights, group outings, and late-night eats. $$, L, D, V, OS, CA, BF, R

ERNST COUNTRY MARKET

301-842-2292 | ernstmarket.com 11650 Dam 5 Rd, Clear Spring, MD A family-owned country market serving Washington County for over 80 years, offering a full line of grocery, handcut meats, full service deli, and old tyme candy. Ask about our exceptional catering options. There’s just not a lot of places like us anymore!

AMERICAN • OPEN TUE-SUN 240-707-6466 | thegrillehgratrunways.com 18421 Henson Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Great food served in a comfortable atmosphere on the runway at Hagerstown Regional Airport. Great soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrees. Awesome! $$, B, L, D, GF, V, BF

DINING GUIDE

BUDDYLOU’S EATS, DRINKS & ANTIQUES

AMERICAN • OPEN MON-SAT 301-733-2222 | bistroeleven.com 13208 Fountain Head Plaza, Hagerstown, MD A relaxed and refined dining experience with a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrees, including pasta, seafood, steaks and brisket. Lounge, private dining, and bar area. $$, B (Sun), L, D, V, GF, OS, R

AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 301-791-5915 | Find us on Facebook 49 Eastern Blvd. N., Hagerstown, MD Awesome Beer. Great food. Friendly staff.

We’re proud to be an over a decade-long establishment of the Hagerstown community. Enjoy classic pub fare in a welcoming and entertaining venue. $, L, D, BF, OS

JUNIPER CAFE

AMERICAN • Sun, Wed-Sat 240-267-2897 | Find us on Facebook 41 N. Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD Southern charm meets culinary creativity! Enjoy a delightful fusion of classic Southern flavors with a modern twist. From savory comfort food to innovative dishes, we cater to every palate. Come for the food, stay for the vibe! $$. B, L, D

MISTY MEADOWS FARM CREAMERY

HOMEMADE ICE CREAM/DELI • OPEN TUES., THUR.-SUN 301-824-2112 | mistymeadowfarmcreamery.com 14325 Misty Meadow Rd., Smithsburg, MD Homemade soups and sandwiches. Espresso.

Fresh-baked cheesecake and scones. Fresh cheddar cheese curds, and homemade ice cream! $, B, L, D, OS

NEXT CHAPTER CAFÉ’ & BOOK SHOP

OPEN MON-SAT 240-866-7316 | Find us on Facebook.

141 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD A casual café offering coffee, tea, snacks, sandwiches, pizza, soup, and ice cream. The cozy atmosphere is a great place to relax and socialize.

Browse our diverse selection of new books, then grab a bite to eat while you enjoy your new book or join some friends for a unique dining experience. $$, B, L, D

FREE RANGE CAFÉ & COFFEE CO.

HEALTHY AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 240-513-6070 | freerangecafe.com 520 Northern Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Food that makes you feel good. Fast, casual setting, serving fresh delicious clean and wholesome food in a homestyle spin. Scratch made breakfast and lunch dishes crafted with natural and/or organic produce. Fresh pressed juices, smoothie bowls, and craft coffee. $$, B, L, V, OS, CA

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• BAKERY LES COOKIES DELIGHT BAKERY

NICK’S AIRPORT INN

AMERICAN/SEAFOOD • OPEN TUE-SAT 301-733-8560 | nicksairportinn.com 14548 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Serving the community for over 60 years; Nick’s is a family-run, fine dining establishment. Prime steaks, fresh seafood, vintage wines. Private dining/ catering available. $$$, L, D, R, BF

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH MARKET OF HAGERSTOWN

AMERICAN/DELI/BBQ • OPEN THUR-SAT 240-420-8555 “Like” us on Facebook or padutchmarket.com 1583 Potomac Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Delicious variety of home cooked meals, subs, sandwiches, smoked and rotisserie chicken, homemade soups, sit-down dining, deli, and bakery! $, B, L, D

RHUBARB HOUSE

AMERICAN • OPEN TUES-FRI 11AM-2PM AND FOR CATERING 301-733-4399 Find us on Facebook & Instagram 12 Public Square, Hagerstown, MD Relax and enjoy our selection of entree specials, organic salads, homemade soups, sandwiches, burgers, pasta bowls and homemade desserts in our cozy, welcoming restaurant. $$, L, OS, CA

RIK’S CAFÉ

ECLECTIC AMERICAN • TUE-SUN 301-302-7541 | rikscafexperience.com 1065 Maryland Avenue, Hagerstown, MD A fusion of local and international flavors served in a warm and inviting space in the South End Shopping Center. Brought to you by the greatest staff on earth! $$, L, D, GF, V, R

SEVEN TEN

AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 240-347-4710 | 710bowl.com 19330 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD Casual American comfort fare is prepared fresh daily, while carefully selected beer, wine, and spirits are served at three available bars. $$, L, D, BF, R, OS, CA, V, GF

STRATOSHERE SOCIAL – HAGERSTOWN

AMERICAN • OPENING FALL 2026 Stratospheresocial.com 10313 Arnett Drive, Ste. 102, Hagerstown, MD Stratosphere Social is an entertainment destination like no other. Complete with bowling, axe throwing, extensive arcade, full bar, and chef crafted cuisine, an indoor backyard, social games and outdoor dining, Stratosphere is the perfect location to build community and lasting memories. $$, L, D, OS, BF, CA, V, GF

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OPEN MON & TUE AND FRI & SAT 240-203-8329 | lescookiesdelight.com 200 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Allergy friendly bakery! Everything is made from scratch in a gluten, nut, soy, yeast free facility.

Orders can be customized for those who are dairy/ egg free, vegan, diabetic and other food allergies. $, B, V, GF, CA

MICHELE’S BAKERY AND SWEET SHOPPE

OPEN TUE-SAT 571-722-2248 | michelesbakeryandsweetshoppe.com 11000 Bower Ave., Ste #5, Hagerstown, MD We do everything from pies, cookies, birthday cakes, showers, wedding cakes, and soups! We make sugar free, gluten free, dairy free and egg free cakes and desserts as well. We do offer catering with specific needs for special events. $, V, GF, CA

SWEET NOTES BAKERY

OPEN TUE-SAT 240-217-3222 | sweetnotesbakerymd.com 34 N. Conococheague St., Williamsport, MD We have a wide variety of sweets, bread, scones, cookies, tea, coffee and more. Cheesecake is a specialty as we make over 40 flavors. We cater and take custom orders. We also have gluten friendly options from time-to-time. $, B, GF

• BAVARIAN SCHMANKERL STUBE

BAVARIAN/GERMAN • OPEN WED–SUN 301-797-3354 | schmankerlstube.com 58 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Over 30 years in Business! Newly Renovated Restaurant with Old World Atmosphere. Bavarian Chef serving Authentic Bavarian Cuisine. Perfect for Private Parties, Holiday Events and Meetings. $$$, L, D, R, BF, OS, GF

COFFEEHOUSES /TEA • ROOMS 96 ROYAL COFFEE & CREAM

COFFEEHOUSE/CREPES • OPEN MON-SAT 240-382-2066 | Find on on Facebook 96 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Ethically sourced Ugandan coffee, specialty espresso drinks, crêpes, artisan ice cream, and pastries served in a warm, modern space that blends historic downtown Hagerstown charm with a welcoming community vibe. $$, B, L, CA, V

CANNON COFFEE

COFFEEHOUSE • OPEN DAILY 240-310-9544 | Cannoncoffeemd.com 2 S. Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD A specialty coffee shop offering a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere to the downtown district of Hagerstown. Customers will be provided a simple but flavorful menu, plenty of seating, and a warm customer experience. $, B, V, GF, OS

LITTLE BRICK COFFEE

COFFEEHOUSE • OPEN DAILY 301-440-4280 | Find us on Facebook 16613 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD Cute little coffee shop serving craft coffees, cold drinks, and pastries in Sharpsburg, Maryland Steps away from the C&O Canal and Town of Shepherdstown, WV. $, V, GF, OS

RIVER BOTTOM ROASTERS

COFFEEHOUSE/DELI • OPEN DAILY 240-850-3121 | riverbottomroasters.com 10212 Governor Lane Blvd., Suite 1008, Williamsport, MD Craft coffee roastery & cafe with creative deli cuisine in a relaxed, outdoor adventure-themed space. $$, B, L, CA, OS, V

ROOSTER MOON COFFEEHOUSE

COFFEEHOUSE • OPEN DAILY 301-790-5040 | roostermooncoffeehouse.com 1551 Potomac Avenue, Hagerstown, MD Fine coffees & espresso drinks, organic teas, breakfast all day, panini sandwiches, wraps, salads, soup, shakes, frappes, freezes, smoothies free wireless, and beautiful merchandise. $, B. L, OS, GF

STONE WERKS COFFEE & SWEETS

COFFEE SHOP • OPEN TUE – SAT 240-784-3726 | stone-werks.com 7 N. Main Street, Boonsboro, MD Stone Werks is a locally owned café that focuses on intentionality – everything is made fresh, from scratch, using local and fresh ingredients. Bagels, Danishes, quiche, acai, salads, wraps and more!

Follow on Instagram (@stone.werks) for the daily menu and updates. $$, B, L, V, GF, OS, CA

TRANQUILATEA TEA ROOM AND GIFT SHOP

TRADITIONAL ENGLISH TEA ROOM • OPEN TUES-SAT 717-765-8327 | tranquilatearoom.com 117 W. Main St., Waynesboro, PA An elegant tearoom located in quaint downtown Waynesboro offering traditional tea parties and daily lunch specials. $$$, L, R

• ICE CREAM

MEADOWS ORIGINAL FROZEN CUSTARD

FROZEN CUSTARD, YOGURT & ITALIAN ICE OPEN TUE-SUN, CLOSED MONTH OF JANUARY 301-790-2400 | meadowsfrozencustard.com 222 E. Oak Ridge Dr., Hagerstown, MD Made fresh all day, every day, frozen custard, yogurt and Italian ice. Outside seating, 50’s style eat-in parlor, drive-thru, and walk-up windows! $, OS

MISTY MEADOWS FARM CREAMERY

ICE CREAM/DELI • OPEN TUES., THUR.-SUN. 301-824-2112 | mistymeadowfarmcreamery.com 14325 Misty Meadow Rd., Smithsburg, MD “From Our Cows to Your Cone,” homemade ice cream, shakes and sundaes, creamline chocolate and strawberry milk. Homemade soups and sandwiches. Espresso, fresh baked cheesecake and scones. Fresh cheddar cheese curds. $, B, L, D, OS

Sweet Mom Scoop

SWEETSIES EAT & TREATS

ICE CREAM/DELI • OPEN DAILY 301-582-1166 | Find us on Facebook 14911 National Pike, Clear Spring, MD Large menu including hot dogs, subs, sandwiches, fried foods, soft serve ice cream, hand dipped ice cream, homemade soups & meals (seasonal). Walk up and drive thru windows. $, L, D, OS

• ITALIAN & PIZZA CIAO PASTA

Italian Fast Casual • OPEN Sun & Mon; Wed-Sat 227-253-0946 | ciaopastausa.com 18348 Spark Dr., Unit #205, Hagerstown, MD We make fresh, handcrafted pasta every day using real Italian ingredients and simple, honest techniques. Our kitchen blends tradition with warmth, creating dishes that feel both familiar and special. Every plate is made in-house, with fresh dough, slow-crafted sauces, and authentic flavors that bring true comfort. Local, genuine, and always made with passion—this is the heart of Ciao Pasta. $$ L, D, CA, V, GF

IL FORNO VANISH (at Boro Live)

PIZZERIA • OPEN DAILY 301-799-1036 | ilfornovanish.toast.site/ 7704 Old National Pike, Suite C, Boonsboro, MD This specific location combines the craft brewing legacy of Vanish Brewery with the award-winning menu from Il Forno Pizzeria, known for its handcrafted pizzas, wings, wraps, and sandwiches.

Featuring up to 14 rotating beers on tap, including exclusive Boonsboro brews! Live Music, late night bites, and Arcade! Il Forno Vanish is the fresh new staple in the Boro Live complex. $$, OS, L, D, CA

VEVA’S ON POTOMAC

ITALIAN MEETS MARYLAND • OPEN MON, WED-SAT 301-791-0370 | vevasonpotomac.com 38 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown MD Enjoyable experiences begin with exceptional meals. At Veva’s on Potomac, we are dedicated to serving you delicious meals that you can be excited about. From handcrafting house-made pastas to our partnership with local farms, like Hidden Creek Pastures. Veva’s on Potomac brings undeniable quality in every bite. Enjoy each course from our signature smoked meatball to our weekly special: Carnivore du Jour, a distinguished bite for everyone. $$, R, BF, OS, CA

• MEXICAN/ LATIN LOS AMIGOS RESTAURANT

MEXICAN • OPEN DAILY 240-420-8000 | dinelosamigos.com 29 N. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Enjoy the finest authentic Mexican food prepared just the way you like it. With seafood and vegetarian options, lunch specials, specialty drinks, and of course all the tacos, quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, and fajitas you can eat, you can’t go wrong by choosing Los Amigos for lunch or dinner. $, L, D, OS

SOFRITO PUERTO RICAN CUISINE

LATIN AMERICAN • OPEN DAILY 301-301-8646 | sofritocuisine.com 10 E. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Sofrito offers a vibrant and warm atmosphere reminiscent of the island‘s lively culture. The menu showcases traditional dishes like mofongo, mashed green plantains filled with pork, chicken or seafood; arroz con gandules (yellow rice with pigeon peas) and more of our traditional kitchen. $$, L, D, V, GF

• SEAFOOD

JIMMY JOY’S LOG CABIN INN

SEAFOOD/AMERICAN • OPEN WED-SUN 301-678-5670 | jimmyjoyslogcabin.com 7536 Millstone Rd., Hancock, MD Casual dining in a rustic, upscale atmosphere; specializing in steak & seafood. Located in beautiful Western Maryland. Reservations recommended. $, L, D, OS, R

SCHULA’S GRILL AND CRAB HOUSE

SEAFOOD & STEAK • MON-SAT 301-714-1397 | schulasgrillandcrab.com 11205 John F. Kennedy Dr., Hagerstown, MD Voted Best Seafood 10 years running.

Hagerstown “HotList” Winner, “Voted Best Crab Cakes, Best Steak; Outstanding Service”. $$, L, D, R

CIDERY, DISTILLERIES & • WINERIES ALPINE COCKTAIL BAR

COCKTAILS • OPEN SUN., TUES.-SAT. 240-203-6446 | alpineplantbar.com 101 Summit Ave., Suite 201, Hagerstown, MD Embark on a tasteful journey at Alpine Plant Bar, where the meticulously crafted cocktails meet the soothing ambiance of indoor houseplants, creating an experience that goes beyond the ordinary.

ANTIETAM CREEK VINEYARDS

WINERY • OPEN (SEE WEBSITE) 240-490-2851 | antietamcreekvineyards.com 4835 Branch Avenue, Sharpsburg, MD Enjoy our estate-grown Bordeaux-style wines in a relaxed setting with unique and stunning views of the Antietam National Battlefield.

BIG CORK VINEYARDS

WINERY • OPEN THUR-MON 301-302-8032 | bigcorkvineyards.com 4236 Main St., Rohrersville, MD Picturesque mountain view, elegant tasting room, national and international award- winning wines and grab-and-go market.

CASTLE HILL WINERY

WINERY • OPEN FRI-SUN 301-331-4248 | Find us on Facebook 17039 Castle Hill Rd., Hagerstown, MD Boutique winery with intimate seating for up to 12 people. Outdoor area available in milder weather (March-November). Wines range from dry to sweet and are available by the bottle, glass or flight.

DINING GUIDE

ICE CREAM/DELI • OPEN DAILY 703-850-3174 | kexpresssushi.com 64 W. Main Street, Hancock, MD Premium Hershey’s Ice Cream, milkshakes & sweet treats. $, L, D, OS

CHURCH STREET DISTILLING COMPANY

DISTILLERY • WED-SUN (240) 347-4647 | churchstreetdistilling.com 25 W. Church Street, Hagerstown, MD We meticulously craft premium spirits with a blend of tradition and innovation. Our commitment to quality and tradition results in exceptional liquors that embody the essence of craftsmanship and dedication with a nod to the rich history of the area.

Explore the art of distillation with us and indulge in the flavors of our spirits, located inside Hub City Brewery.

COOL RIDGE VINEYARD

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY FOR TOUR AND TASTING 301-991-9246 | coolridgevineyard.com 19638 Cool Hollow Road, Hagerstown, MD Boutique Unique! Crafted small lot, high quality wines with unique flavors.

MEINELSCHMIDT DISTILLERY

DISTILLERY • OPEN WED-SUN 240-503-1656 | meineldistillery.com 54 South Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Steeped in an age-old history of distilling, our distillery brings traditional practices into the modern age. Our 5 time award winning craft whiskeys, and Vodkas bring a unique experience that will dance on your palate. Our distillery is also home to Washington County’s very FIRST straight bourbon. Soft sips, a relaxed time, and memories made in every glass are what awaits you. We are the perfect nightcap for any date night, or if you just need a slow release from the bustle of everyday life.

Craft your story at Meinelschmidt Distillery where good stories are just one sip away.

PATHFINDER FARM DISTILLERY

TASTING ROOM & COCKTAIL BAR Monday-Saturday 12-8 pm, Sunday noon-5 301-799-4455 | pathfinder.farm 14 S Main St. Boonsboro, MD 21713 Bringing you the finest spirits from our farm to your glass. Sample our Bourbon whiskey and moonshine and enjoy handcrafted cocktails, beer, wine, and snacks in our rustic tasting room in downtown Boonsboro.

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RED HEIFER WINERY RED HEIFER WINERY

WINERY • OPEN THURS - SUN 301-824-5210 | redheiferwinery.com 12840 Red Heifer Winery Ln., Smithsburg, MD Family owned and operated vineyard and winery featuring sweet and dry wines.

STONE HOUSE URBAN WINERY

WINERY • OPEN SUN, WED-SAT (240) 513-4565 | stonehouseuw.com 14320 Castle Drive • Cascade, MD Step into the SHUW. It‘s always a perfect fit!

WILLOW OAKS CRAFT CIDER & WINE

WINERY/CIDERY CHECK CHECK WEBSITE FOR HOURS. 301-371-4814 | willowoakscraftcider.com 6219 Harley Rd., Middletown, MD The oldest certified organic farm in Maryland.

Organic produce, grass-fed beef, jams and fruit butters. Award winning craft cider and dessert wines made with fruit from our orchard Gluten-free snacks, cheese plates, charcuterie.

BREWERIES & TAP • HOUSES ANTIETAM BREWERY

BREWERY • OPEN TUE-SUN 240-513-4490 | antietambrewery.com 140 Western Maryland Pkwy, Hagerstown, MD Hagerstown’s first full production brewery. Tour our state-of-the-art facility and unwind in our gorgeous tasting room or outdoor patio. Award-winning, traditional brews and seasonal varieties.

BAILE CASK & KETTLE

IRISH PUB • OPEN DAILY 301-358-3800 | bagelsandbrews.net 53 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD Located along the Hagerstown Cultural Trail, Baile Cask & Kettle is an American-Irish pub and microbrewery. Enjoy a cold draft of house-brewed beer while savoring delicious Irish-inspired cuisine.

Baile’s historic 100-year-old bar is the perfect spot to catch a game or relax with friends.

CUSHWA BREWING COMPANY

BREWERY • OPEN DAILY 301-223-3434 | cushwabrewing.com 10210 Governor Lane Blvd., Suite 2010, Williamsport, MD Based in Williamsport, MD just minutes away from the historic and scenic C&O Canal used by many for cycling, running, walking and other recreational activities. Our large modern taproom offers plenty of seating and fun while you sip on beer offerings with friends. Hungry? We have partnered with Rad Pies who offer brick-oven Neapolitan style pizza and much more!

HUB CITY BREWERY

BREWERY • WED-SUN 240-347-4647 | hubcitybrewery.com 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown, MD A craft brewery, taproom, and cocktail lounge featuring a large selection of craft beers, ciders, seltzers, and signature cocktails made with craft spirits from our sister company Church Street Distilling Co. We will also feature several food options operated by local restauranteurs. Hosting an array of live music and events on our stage. A great place for families and professionals alike.

POTOMAC RIDGE BREWING

ANTIETAM BREWERY

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BREWERY • OPEN DAILY 240-200-9832 | Find us on Facebook 16609 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD Local brewery situated on 8 acres near Antietam Battlefield and C&O Canal in Sharpsburg. Serving house made beer and brick oven pizza. Outdoor seating, family friendly.

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THICK-N-THIN BREWING COMPANY

BREWERY • OPEN DAILY 240-366-4147 | thickandthinbrewery.com 18330 Spark Drive, Hagerstown, MD At Thick-N-Thin, there’s no stuffiness. No pompousness. No attitude. You know what there is? A lot of craft beer, and a laid-back, friendly vibe where everyone feels like family. Just like your local Cheers, it’s all about good drinks and even better times.

UPPER STEM BREWERY

BREWERY • OPEN THUR-SUN 301-848-9527 | Upperstembrewery.com 20150 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD Upper Stem Brewery is a Maryland- designated farm brewery, located northeast of Hagerstown in Washington County. Our farm produces grain, hops, herbs, and fruit that is used in the production of our small-batch craft be.

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Open Daily

Great Food, Daily Specials & Happy Hour

We’re Off The Rails!

49 Eastern Blvd, Hagerstown, MD 301-791-5915| www.hub-pub.com

Live Music on Friday

& Sat Nights

Karaoke Every Thurs Open Mic Jams on Sundays

Pool Tables

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Home Cooking Served 7 Days A Week, 8AM-8PM • Catering Available Homemade Crab Cakes • Homemade Pork BBQ • Buses Welcome • Fresh Fried Chicken • Fresh Baked Pies • Boxed Lunches Available Red Byrd Cake

Just minutes from Antietam Battlefield Serving Battlefield Visitors since 1980

58 S. Potomac Street Hagerstown, MD 21740

301.797.3354 schmankerlstube.com OPEN WED-SUN

Catering & Full Event Planning Services Offering the USMH Banquet Hall 59 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown • Old world Atmosphere with Bavarian Beer • Bavarian Chef serving authentic Bavarian Cuisine • 6 Dining Rooms - Perfect for Private Parties, Holiday Events and Meetings • Family Owned and Operated • Nestled in Historic Downtown Hagerstown’s Arts and Entertainment District • Just Miles Away from DC/Baltimore/WV

Serving the quad-state area for more than forty years

301-223-7070 W W W . L E I T E R S F I N E C AT E R I N G . C O M

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A WIDE ARRAY OF EXPERTS & SERVICES

• ADVERTISING SPECIALTY • APARTMENTS ALADDIN AWARDS & GIFTS, INC.

301-739-1466 | aladdinawards.com 103 E. Chestnut St., Funkstown, MD

BJ’S CUSTOM CREATIONS

301-733-9500 | bjscustomcreations.com 900 Sweeney Dr., Hagerstown, MD

COPYQUIK PRINTING & GRAPHICS LLC 301-791-7400 | copyquik.com 710 Oak Hill Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

SHEPHERDSTOWN PEDAL & PADDLE

LONDONTOWNE APARTMENTS

304-876-3000 | thepedalpaddle.com 115 W. German St., Shepherdstown, WV

BICYCLE REPAIR + • RENTAL

LEITERS‘ FINE CATERING AND EVENT PLANNING

301-791-3735 | lt-rwapts.com 900 Queen Anne’s Court, Hagerstown, MD

C&O BICYCLE

301-678-6665 | candobicycle.com/ 9 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock, MD

MERCURY ENDURANCE CYCLES

240-347-4959 | mercuryendurance.com 222 E. Oak Ridge Dr. Ste 1225, Hagerstown, MD

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WILLOWOOD WASHINGTON

• CATERING

301-223-7070 | leitersfinecatering.com 55-59 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

RHUBARB HOUSE

301-733-4399 | Find Us on Facebook & Instagram American • Open Lunch hours and for Catering.

12 Public Square, Hagerstown, MD

INNOVATIVE, INC.

301-739-7414 | innovativeinc.net 13332 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

• CONSTRUCTION RITCHIE REVIVAL

301-241-2231 | ritchierevival.com 25009 Lake Wastler Dr., Cascade, MD

TRAINING • &CORPORATE TRANSLATION INTERNATIONAL CORPORATE TRAINING & MARKETING 240-420-0803 | ICTMLLC.com 17 East Avenue, Suite 101, Hagerstown, MD

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DENTAL ROBINWOOD DENTAL CENTER

WASHINGTON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

301-739-2015 | hagerstown.org 1 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

WASHINGTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENt

240-313-2280 | washco-md.net 100 W. Washington St., Suite 1401, Hagerstown, MD

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT 240-313-2100 | washcosheriff.com 500 Western Maryland Pkwy., Hagerstown, MD

PRINTING • &GRAPHICS, SIGNS COPYQUIK PRINTING & GRAPHICS LLC 301-791-7400 | copyquik.com 710 Oak Hill Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

GRAPHICS UNIVERSAL

800-745-8183 | graphicsuniversal.com 25 Commerce Avenue, PO Box 610, Greencastle, PA

• HOUSES OF WORSHIP CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH

301-797-5955 | concordiahagerstown.org 17906 Garden Lane, Hagerstown, MD

HAGERSTOWN SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 301-733-4411 | hagerstownadventist.org 11507 Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown, MD

JOHN WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 301-733-0391 | jw-umc.org 129 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

301-733-2560 | stjohnshagerstown.org 101 S. Prospect St., Hagerstown, MD

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

301-733-2878 | tlchag.org 15 Randolph Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

ZION REFORMED UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

240-313-9660 | robinwooddentalcenter.com 11110 Medical Campus Rd., #148, Hagerstown, MD

GS IMAGES

301-739-7244 | zionreformed.church 201 North Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD

AUGUSTOBERFEST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

H. G. ROEBUCK & SONS, INC.

BLUE RIDGE RISK PARTNERS

800-638-1777 | hgroebuck.com 4987 Mercantile Rd., Baltimore, MD

301-733-2530 | blueridgeriskpartners.com 1120-C Professional Court, Hagerstown, MD

ICON GRAPHICS

GAYE MCGOVERN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.

301-791-2080 | icongraphics.com PO Box 416, Shepherdstown, WV

301-790-1462 | gayemcgovern.com 11373 Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown, MD

LAURA OATES DESIGN

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE

MERCERSBURG PRINTING

• INTERIOR DESIGN

• EVENTS & PLANNERS 301-991-1329 | augustoberfest.org

IFG CONSULTING, LLC

301-259-1991 | www.IFGEvents.com help@IFGEvents.com

INTERLUDES WITH IMPACT

301-991-7799 | www.interludeswithimpact.com iwi@woodsetter.com

LEITERS‘ FINE CATERING AND EVENT PLANNING 301-223-7070 | leitersfinecatering.com 55-59 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

GOVERNMENT/NON• PROFITS BATTLE OF FALLING WATERS 1863 FOUNDATION, INC fallingwatersmd1863@gmail.com battleoffallingwaters1863foundation.wordpress.com

CITY OF HAGERSTOWN

301-739-8577 | hagerstownmd.org 1 E. Franklin St., Hagerstown, MD

FRIENDS OF FORT FREDERICK STATE PARK friendsoffortfrederick.info 11115 Fort Frederick Rd., Big Pool, MD

MAIN STREET HANCOCK

301-491-0302 | facebook.com/mainsthancock/ 10 West Main Street, Hancock, MD

TOWN OF BOONSBORO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 301-432-5141 | town.boonsboro.md.us 21 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD

TUSCARORA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

717-977-6962 | tachamber.org 11427 Church Hill Rd., Mercersburg, PA

301-791-6920 | gsimages.com 355 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

301-730-8177 | Laura@LauraOatesDesign.com LauraOatesDesign.com 800-955-3902 | mercersburg.net 9964 Buchanan Trail West, Mercersburg, PA

OCTAVO DESIGNS

301-695-8885 | 8vodesigns.com 50 Citizen Way, Suite 403-1A, Frederick, MD

• INSURANCE

301-733-5433 | Email: ed.lough@nm.com 20 W. Washington St., Ste 301, Hagerstown, Md

WISH KITCHENS AND BATHS

301-733-9474 | wishkitchenandbaths.com 114 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

• LIBRARY

SUSIE MORGAN CREATIVE

WASHINGTON COUNTY FREE LIBRARY

TRI-STATE PRINTING, INC.

• MANUFACTURING

240-608-2310 | susie@susiemode.com susiemode.com

301-733-9560 | tristateprinting.net 120-122 Bester St., Hagerstown, MD

• HEALTH & WELLNESS

SERVICE GUIDE

NGTON

COMPUTER REPAIR & • INTEGRATORS

301-739-3250 | washcolibrary.org 100 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

VOLVO GROUP TRUCKS

301-790-5400 | volvogroup.com/hagerstown 13302 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

DEAFNET ASSOCIATION, INC.

301-791-9025 | TDD 301-791-9020 | deafnetmd.org 551 Jefferson St., Hagerstown, MD

MERITUS MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL

301-790-8000 | meritushealth.com 11116 Medical Campus Rd., Hagerstown, MD

MERITUS URGENT CARE

240-313-3100 | Meritushealth.com/locations/meritus-urgent-care/ 13620 Crayton Blvd., Suite A, Hagerstown, MD

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• MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS

RIVER SPIRIT MEDIA LLC

301-733-4500 | 1069theeagle.com 880 Commonwealth Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

• OFFICE SUPPLIES

106.9 THE EAGLE/102.1HOPE FM/100.5 MAX COUNTRY/WARK 98.9FM

301-573-9942 | riverspiritmedia.com 22 W. Salisbury Street, Williamsport, MD

2085 PRODUCTIONS, INC.

240-347-4941 | labersfurniture.com 1344 Wesel Blvd., Hagerstown, MD

717-387-2118 | year2085productions.com Email: andrew@2085Productions.com

HAGERSTOWN MAGAZINE

301-662-8171 | hagerstownmagazine.com 6 N. East St., Suite 301, Frederick, MD

LABER’S OFFICE FURNITURE

• PET CARE SERVICES PLATINUM PAWS PET SERVICES

410-935-7179 | platinumpawspetservices.com 1056 Bramly Dr., Hagerstown, MD

301-582-3885 | mdcbmagazine.com PO Box 70, Fairplay, MD

PHOTOGRAPHY/ • VIDEOGRAPHY

RIVER SPIRIT MEDIA LLC

PEYTON OLIVIA STUDIOS

MARYLAND CRACKER BARREL MAGAZINE

301-573-9942 | riverspiritmedia.com 22 W. Salisbury Street, Williamsport, MD

240-566-2151 | peytonolivia.com Email: peyton@peytonolivia.com

• SPAS & MASSAGE CENTERS BODYWORKS MASSAGE CENTER/GIFT & WELLNESS SHOP

301-745-6490 | BodyworksMassageCenter.com North Pointe Shopping Center 18745 North Pointe Dr., Ste 100, Hagerstown, MD

TOURS & HERITAGE • EDUCATION ANTIETAM BATTLEFIELD GUIDES

301-432-4329 | antietamguides.com 5831 Dunker Church Rd., Sharpsburg, MD

DREAM VACATIONS – NICOLE MYERS, LEROY MYERS & ASSOCIATES 240-301-9003 | weinspiretravel.com Email: nmyers@dreamvacations.com

HEART OF THE CIVIL WAR HERITAGE AREA

• REALTORS

240-608-5177 | heartofthecivilwar.org 22 S. Market Street, Suite 215, Frederick, MD

• MISC. SERVICES

301-671-4663 | C21MarketPros.com 370 Virginia Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

THE BARN AT SPRINGFIELD FARM

301-791-0677 | Email: cantneralarm@icloud.com Hagerstown, MD

202-425-8668 | Email: thomas.taylor.dc@gmail.com 35 West Main Street, Hancock, MD

FRANKLIN COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU

MACKINTOSH REALTORS, INC.

WJEJ RADIO 1240-AM

301-739-2323 | wjejradio.com 1135 Haven Rd., Hagerstown, MD

CANTNER ALARM SERVICE, INC.

717-552-2977 | explorefranklincountypa.com 15 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA

HERSHEY HARRISBURG REGIONAL VISITORS BUREAU 717-231-7788 | visithersheyharrisburg.org 3211 N. Front St., 301-A, Harrisburg, PA

NYT CPA

301-797-6609 | nytcpa.com 780 Frederick Street, Hagerstown, MD

• MORTGAGE COMPANY TRUST HOME FINANCIAL

443-812-4812 | trusthomefinancial.com 49 Summit Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

CENTURY 21 MARKET PROFESSIONALS HANCOCK REALTY HOLDINGS, LLC

301-790-1700 | machomes.com 1830 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD

REAL ESTATE INNOVATIONS

301-745-1500 | yourrealestateinnovations.com 1850 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD

• SCHOOLS

BARBARA INGRAM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS 301-766-8840 | bisfa.wcpsmd.org 7 S. Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD

HAGERSTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

240-500-2000 | hagerstowncc.edu 11400 Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown, MD

PITTSBURGH INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICS

POSTERN

240-347-4805 | pia.edu 14516 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD

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ST. MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

301-631-2401 | posternagency.com 116 Record Street, Frederick, MD

MOBILE APP/ WEB DEVELOPMENT

DH WEB, INC.

301-733-7672 | dhwebsites.com 11377 Robinwood Dr., Suite D, Hagerstown, MD

ICON GRAPHICS

301-791-2080 | icongraphics.com PO Box 416, Shepherdstown, WV

OCTAVO DESIGNS

301-695-8885 | 8vodesigns.com 50 Citizen Way, Suite 403-1A, Frederick, MD

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301-733-1184 | stmarycatholicschool.org 218 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF MARYLAND AT HAGERSTOWN 240-527-2728 | hagerstown.usmd.edu 32 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

301-766-2800 | wcpsmd.com 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD

• VENUES

301-573-0459 | williamsportmd.gov 12 Springfield Lane, Williamsport, MD

BIG CORK VINEYARDS

301-302-8032 | bigcorkvineyards.com facebook.com/BigCorkVineyards 4236 Main St., Rohrersville, MD

ELMWOOD FARM BED & BREAKFAST

240-707-0772 | Elmwoodfarmbandb.com 16311 Kendle Rd., Williamsport, MD

FORT RITCHIE COMMUNITY CENTER

301-241-5085 | thefrcc.org 14421 Lake Royer Dr., PO Box 755, Cascade, MD

THE GRILLE AT RUNWAYS

240-707-6466 | thegrillhgratrunways.com 18421 Henson Blvd., Hagerstown, MD

HAGERSTOWN AVIATION MUSEUM

301-733-8717 | hagerstownaviationmuseum.org 18450 Showalter Rd., Bldg. #8, Hagerstown, MD

LIVE AT HUB CITY VINYL

240-983-8085 | liveathubcityvinyl.com 28 E. Baltimore St., Hagerstown, MD

THE MARYLAND THEATRE

301-790-3500 | mdtheatre.org 21 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD

MILLER HOUSE

301-797-8782 | washcohistory.org/miller-house 135 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

MT. AETNA NATURE CENTER

301-824-6045 | mtaetnaretreat.com 10375 Retreat Way, Hagerstown, MD

MORGAN HALL

240-347-4663 | morganhallvenue.com 28 South Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

POTOMAC RIDGE BREWING RED HEIFER WINERY

301-824-5210 | redheiferwinery.com 12840 Red Heifer Winery Ln., Smithsburg, MD

RIDER JET CENTER

301-791-9119 | riderjetcenter.com 18421 Henson Blvd., Hagerstown, MD

SEVEN TEN

240-347-4710 | 710bowl.com 19330 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD

SHEPHERD’S SPRING OUTDOOR MINISTRY CENTER 301-223-8193 | shepherdsspring.org 16869 Taylors Landing Rd., Sharpsburg, MD

THE HALL (AT BORO LIVE)

301-799-1204 | borolivemaryland.com/the-hall/ 7704 Old National Pike, Suite B, Boonsboro, MD

WAREHOUSE CINEMAS LEITERSBURG

240-608-4900 | warehousecinemas.com 20145 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD

WILLOWOOD WASHINGTON

301-202-4043 | willowoodwashington.com 19223 Manor Church Rd., Boonsboro, MD

THE WOMEN’S CLUB

301-739-0870 | womensclubhagerstown.org 31 S. Prospect St., Hagerstown, MD

GROUND • TRANSPORTATION

SERVICE GUIDE

240-200-9832 | potomacridgebrewing.com 16609 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD

ATLANTIC COAST CHARTERS

301-900-5334 | atlanticcoastcharters.com Offers high-quality customized touring to any destination in coaches equipped with the most up-to-date amenities.

ON THE TOWN LIMOUSINES, INC.

301-695-5466 | onthetownlimousines.com 5112 Pegasus Court, Suite V2, Frederick, MD

TAXI, LIMO, UBER, AND LYFT SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE AREA

GETTING HERE THE HUB CITY Located at the intersection of I-70 and I-81, Hagerstown has always been known as a transportation hub.

Check Hagerstown Regional Airport for flights into Hagerstown from Myrtle Beach (MYR), Orlando/Sanford (SFB) and St. Petersburg/Clearwater (PIE). flyHGR.com DISTANCES FROM AREA METROPOLITAN AIRPORTS •Washington-Dulles (IAD) 64 driving miles •Baltimore-Washington (BWI) 75 driving miles •Reagan National (DCA) 75 driving miles

TRANSPORTATION • SERVICES ALLEGIANT AIRLINES

702-505-8888 | allegiantair.com Flightd To/From: Orlando-Sanford (SFB), St. Petersburg/Clearwater (PIE), Myrtle Beach (MYR)

ATLANTIC COAST CHARTERS

301-900-5334 | atlanticcoastcharters.com 16126 Business Parkway, Hagerstown, MD

HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT

240-313-2777 | flyHGR.com 18434 Showalter Rd., Hagerstown, MD Low Cost Fares - Affordable parking - Non-stop Flights Stress-free Travel - No Lines – No crowds Friendly staff

RIDER JET CENTER (FBO)

301-791-9119 | riderjetcenter.com 18421 Henson Blvd., Hagerstown, MD Serves General Aviation traffic at HGR airport

• AIRLINES ALLEGIANT AIRLINES

702-505-8888 | allegiant.com Flights To/From: •Orlando-Sanford (SFB) •St. Petersburg/Clearwater (PIE) •Myrtle Beach (MYR)

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PLACES TO STAY

ACCOMMODATIONS GUIDE

STAY SOMEWHERE TRULY UNIQUE...

A PRIMITIVE 1930’S CANAL LOCKHOUSE, A COZY B&B NEAR ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD, OR AN INN OWNED BY A ROMANCE NOVELIST.

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ACCOMMODATIONS GUIDE ELMWOOD FARM • B&Bs

• CAMPGROUNDS

• GUEST HOUSES

1878 RIVER RUN B&B

THE LOFT OF RIVER & TRAIL

ANTIETAM GUEST HOUSE

BAY FARMS BOUTIQUE INN

TIMBER VALLEY RETREAT

301-875-5032 | bayfarmsbnb.com 14 N. Conococheague Street, Williamsport, MD 21795 6 Rooms

ELMWOOD FARM BED & BREAKFAST

240-707-0772 | elmwoodfarmbandb.com 16311 Kendle Road, Williamsport, MD 21795 5 Rooms

INN BOONSBORO ON THE SQUARE

301-432-1188 | innboonsboro.com 1 N. Main Street, Boonsboro, MD 21713 8 Rooms

INN ON POTOMAC

540-974-1797 | theinnonpotomac.com 235 North Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 2 Apartments

= Pet Friendly

301-573-0948 | www.timbervalleyretreat.com 12731 Big Pool Rd., Clear Spring, MD 21722 3 Cabins

TREE HOUSE CAMP AT MAPLE TREE CAMPGROUND 20716 Townsend Road Rohrersville, MD 21779 301-432-5585 | TheTreeHouseCamp.com

YOGI BEAR’S JELLYSTONE PARK™ WILLIAMSPORT RESORT CAMPGROUND

Guest House 301-992-9767 Find Us on Facebook @Antietam Guest House 111 W. Chapline Street, Sharpsburg, MD 21782

C&O CANAL TRUST LOCKHOUSE 49 Historic Cottage 240-202-2625 | canalquarters.org Towpath Mile: 108.7 11042 4 Locks Road Clear Spring, MD 21722

• HOTELS See hotel listings on pages 58-59.

301-223-7117 | jellystonemaryland.com 9550 Jellystone Park Way, Williamsport, MD 21795

Notice to Campers: Please check with your campground to see if outside firewood is permitted, policies vary by each campground.

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• AIRBNB

301-834-9950 | www.rivertrail.com 602 Valley Road, Knoxville, MD 21758 (street level parking lot)

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7 Taney St., S., Hancock, MD 21750 240-343-0751 | 1878riverrun.com 5 Suites

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

301-745-5644

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Home2 Suites by Hilton

301-791-7015

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Homewood Suites by Hilton

301-665-3816

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott

301-582-0011

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Comfort Suites

301-791-8100

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

301-582-5003

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Courtyard by Marriott

301-582-0043

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241 Railway Lane | Hagerstown, MD 21740 ihg.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A

1661 Pullman Lane | Hagerstown, MD 21740 hilton.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A 1650 Pullman Lane | Hagerstown, MD 21740 hilton.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A 17280 Valley Mall Rd. | Hagerstown, MD 21740 hagerstownspringhillsuites.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A

1801 Dual Highway | Hagerstown, MD 21740 choicehotels.com/hotel/md040 Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B

17612 Valley Mall Rd. | Hagerstown, MD 21740 choicehotels.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A 17270 Valley Mall Rd. | Hagerstown, MD 21740 hagerstowncourtyard.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A

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Pet Friendly

240-420-1970

18300 Peak Circle | Hagerstown, MD 21742 hagerstown.hamptoninn.com I-81, Exit 9

Outdoor Pool

Hampton Inn - Hagerstown - I-81

Inoor Pool

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301-739-6100

1716 Dual Highway | Hagerstown, MD 21740 HagerstownMD.Hamptoninn.com Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B

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Hampton Inn - Hagerstown

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Fairfield Inn & Suites

240-420-0089

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Home Towne Studios and Red Roof Inn

301-582-3500

99

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham

240-527-2700

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Quality Inn & Suites

301-739-9050

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Super 8

301-747-3330

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Super 8, Hagerstown Halfway

301-969-2969

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Tru by Hilton

301-331-1513

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89 All Star Court | Hagerstown, MD 21740 marriott.com/hotels/travel/hgrfi-fairfield-inn-andsuites-hagerstown/ Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B 310 E. Potomac Street | Williamsport, MD 21795 redroofinn.com Highway Exit: 1-81, Exit 2

Pet Friendly

301-739-9051

900 Dual Highway | Hagerstown, MD 21740 choicehotels.com Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B

Outdoor Pool

EconoLodge

Fitness Facilit y Meeting Spac e Inoor Pool

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AAA/ 65+ Dis count Complimenta ry Breakfast Dining on Pr emises

301-678-8097

1101 Dual Highway | Hagerstown, MD 21740 wyndhamhotels.com Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B

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Days Inn by Wyndham

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Property

13726 Oliver Dr. | Hagerstown, MD 21740 wyndhamhotels.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 9

920 Dual Highway | Hagerstown, MD 21740 choicehotels.com Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B

1220 Dual Highway | Hagerstown, MD 21740 wyndhamhotels.com Highway Exit: I-70, Exit 32B

16805 Blake Road | Hagerstown, MD 21740 wyndhamhotels.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A 220 Railway Lane | Hagerstown, MD 240-382-6004 | hilton.com Highway Exit: I-81, Exit 5A

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Four Nationally Award-Winning Hotels, A Stay for Every Budget!

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Located at Pullman Lane and Railway Lane in Hagerstown, MD, just off I-81 & I-70.

Call 301-791-7015