With an estimated 553,293 residents, Baltimore tops the charts as Maryland's biggest city, and it stands apart in other surprising ways. Founded in 1729, Baltimore City is unlike any other Maryland jurisdiction; it is independent, meaning it is not part of a county. Its uniqueness expands to the rest of the United States as well, where very few cities stand entirely on their own. This structure dates back to 1851, when the City separated from…

In this Carroll County spot, you don't have to wait until November to get your Thanksgiving fix. At Baugher’s Restaurant in Westminster, Carroll County, you can order a full Thanksgiving dinner — turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and all the classic trimmings - any day of the year. For generations, Baugher’s has been a staple in the community, known for its fresh produce, country cooking, and cozy family atmosphere. Their year-round turkey dinner is a nod…

Fall is approaching, and with the season comes crisp air, cozy sweaters, and the hunt for the perfect pumpkin. Did you know that these Maryland counties boast some of the best pumpkin patches? See our list and fully embrace the season! Carroll County Baugher’s Orchard - visit their website  Pick your pumpkins on Saturdays and Sundays in October, as well as some weekends in September, from 9am-5pm. You can also pick your own apples, go…

The Baltimore is the oldest steam-powered tugboat in the United States and is currently docked in Baltimore, Maryland. While she is in search of a new permanent home, visitors can still view her at the Port of Baltimore. Built in 1906 by the Skinner Shipbuilding Company in Baltimore, the Baltimore is the oldest steam-powered tugboat still in existence in the United States. Originally designed as a harbor inspection vessel, she also served a wide range…

With over 250 years of tradition, not only is Maryland the first on the continent to make ice cream but one of their counties was the first to commercialize it. A milkman in Baltimore, Maryland helped to create the sweet treat that people have come to love for generations.  Maryland proudly holds the distinction of being the first place in North America to enjoy ice cream. In 1744, Governor Thomas Bladen served a strawberry-flavored version…

The Queenstown Colonial Courthouse in Queen Anne’s County served as the first seat of government in one of Maryland’s original counties. Rich in history, the courthouse still stands today, offering visitors a glimpse into the colonial past. European settlers began arriving in the area by the 1640s, many migrating from nearby Kent Island. In 1707, just a year after the founding of Queen Anne’s County, they officially established Queen Anne’s Town—later known as Queenstown—and constructed…

Located in Harford County, the Concord Point Lighthouse is the oldest publicly accessible lighthouse in Maryland and the second oldest in the state. Built in 1827 at the northernmost point of the Chesapeake Bay, it remains a beloved landmark symbolizing the region’s maritime heritage. Before lighthouses dotted the coast, waterways served as the primary transportation and communication routes in early American history. Recognizing their importance, Congress took responsibility for lighthouses in 1789, shifting oversight from…