Eastern Shore of Maryland Real Estate Blog - EASTERN SHORE

Just Sold! Historic Queenstown Farm - Mount Mills

This another example of successful preparation, marketing, and sale through my results driven and relationship based approach to real estate sales. Historic "Mount Mills" was patented in 1665 and the Sally Harris Mill House was constructed in 1793. This property is over 31 acres with pasture, creeks, and forest. This historically significant property sits high up on the banks of Madam Alice Branch, a tributary of the Wye River. The 18th Century charm is represented with the cedar shake gambrel roof, flemish bond brickwork, and 5 fireplaces. This property represents the fine aspects of Eastern Shore life. Wildlife here is abundant with birds, perch, deer, and turkeys all evidenced on the property. The heated pool, gardens, and privacy makes this the…

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SOLD Eastern Shore Property | Chestertown, Maryland

SOLD - Eastern Shore of Maryland Waterfront Cottage is perched on the banks of Rosin Creek in Queen Anne’s County. Cozy, comfortable home welcomes you with wrap-around waterviews in a serene wooded setting. With convenient single level living, the three bedroom one-and-half bath home offers an open flowing floorplan bright with natural light and custom wood detail. Relax and enjoy views from the large screened porch or stroll down to your dock and floating dock for boating, fishing and water activities. Located in the popular waterfront community of Chester Harbor you are a walk away from the community dock and picnic area. This property is a little gem located just 3-miles from downtown historic Chestertown. Chestertown is located about 90 minutes…

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Sultana Downrigging Festival | Eastern Shore Event, Chestertown

CHESTERTOWN DOWNRIGGING FESTIVAL - October 29 - 31, 2021

Visit Historic Chestertown, one of America's best preserved historic seaports, for Sultana Education Foundation's Downrigging Weekend Festival. Today, Sultana is a school ship, carrying thousands of children and other passengers on educational trips throughout the year. 

Chestertown's Downrigging Weekend is one of the largest annual Tall Ship and wooden boat festivals on the East Coast. Enjoy performances by world-class musicians; lectures by nationally recognized authors and filmmakers. Go sailing as part of a fleet of historic ships", representing over 400 years of maritime history. For a Schedule of Events and more info visit Chestertown Downrigging Festival

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Eastern Shore Event | Chestertown Dickens of a Christmas

Dickens of a Christmas in Chestertown, December 6-8, 2019

The third annual Dickens of a Christmas is a fun weekend of Christmas events, folks in period dress and live music. House tours, carriage rides and High Tea are among the festivities, as well as a London Row of vendors selling handcrafted goods. Hot beverages and shops with refreshments add to the holiday merriment. 

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Battle of Caulks' Field Weekend Event | Eastern Shore | Chestertown

War of 1812
Battle of Caulk's Field Re-enactment
Chestertown, MD

Saturday, August 30, 2014 - Activities Throughout Kent County
Sunday, August 31, 2014–The Re-enactment at Caulk's Field Battlefield

The Battle of Caulk’s Field took place in the night of Aug. 30 and early morning hours of Aug. 31, 1814, during the week between the burning of Washington and the attack on Fort McHenry. During that time the British navy had the task of blockading American shipping on the Chesapeake Bay, transporting Royal Marines and sailors to points of attack, and using a fleet of battle-rigged ships of the line to harass and disrupt American military, commerce and regular citizens. Read more Battle of Caulk's Field.

The Battle of Caulk’s Field Bicentennial…

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CHESTERTOWN TEA PARTY | Eastern Shore | Chestertown, MD

CHESTERTOWN TEA PARTY FESTIVAL

May 22-25, 2014
Memorial Day Weekend

The Annual Chestertown Tea Party Festival Events include street performances, folks in period dress, colonial crafts, parade, cocktail party, and musicians.  A Wine and Craft Beer Tasting will be held at Wilmer Park from noon to 4 p.m. This event will feature local Maryland wineries and craft brewers.

History of the Chestertown Tea Party...In response to British Parliament’s closing of the port of Boston, the citizens of Chestertown, Maryland met in May of 1774 at the town center, marched down High Street to the brigantine Geddes, anchored in the Chester River and tossed her cargo of tea overboard. and set forth “Resolves” forbidding importing, selling, or consuming tea in…

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Chespeake Bay Maritime Museum - Free Fridays in February

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels is offering free admission on Fridays during the month of February. Admission includes access to the 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse and numerous exhibits and historic buildings along CBMM’s 18-acre, Miles River waterfront campus in St. Michaels.  Link to more info about Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Established in 1965, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is home to the largest collection of Chesapeake Bay watercraft in the world, with an 18-acre waterfront campus featuring 12 exhibit buildings, including the 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse, a working boatyard, and several interactive exhibits.  A floating fleet of historic boats can be found along the museum’s waterfront, with exhibits,…

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WATERCOLORS BY SIHNJA | Art Exhibition

"INTO THE WOODS"

WATERCOLORS
BY
SIHNJA WHITELEY

Heron Point | 501 E. Campus Avenue | Chestertown, MD  21620

September 2 - October 31, 2012

RECEPTION
Sunday, September 9, 2012
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Chestertown Downrigging Weekend

Tall Ships, skipjacks, schooners, buyboats and wooden boats will be visiting October 27-30, 2011 for the Annual Chestertown Downrigging Weekend, Tall Ship and Wooden Boat Festival.  Downrigging Weekend has become one of Kent County’s largest events, with more than 10,000 visitors. Sail on a “Tall Ship" or go onboard for a tour. The kick-off begins on Friday with the Tall Ships Illuminated from 6:00-9:00 PM and fireworks at 7:00.  Saturday events include the Wooden Boat Show, Canon Demonstration by ‘The British Marines”, concerts, lectures and exhibits.  The Remote Control Model Sailboat Exhibition is on Sunday.  TRICK or TREAT on the “Tall Ships” will be on Sunday 2:30-4:30 PM.  Downrigging Info Link

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Ghost Walks of Chestertown

Ghost Walks of Chestertown, October 21-22, 2011.  With over 300 years of history, Chestertown is rich in regional folklore and ghost stories. Sea captains and merchants, Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers, farmers and watermen, offer a compelling backdrop for stories passed down through generations.  Contemporary interviews with local residents and business owners offer accounts of odd tales. Guides will walk ticket holders by lantern light through centuries of stories of mayhem, hauntings and murder.  Chestertown Ghost Walks begin at 7:30 in front of the White Swan Tavern.  More Ghost Walk Info

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