Talbot County’s cultural identity comes from the unique history, character, and setting of each of its small towns and villages. From quaint picket fence-lined streets to bustling brick sidewalks to working watermen and agricultural villages, you’ll find the tie that binds them is the Chesapeake Bay. Here you’ll find the diversity of the American landscape all in our region of Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Home to sophisticated small towns, waterman’s villages, and more than 600 miles of Chesapeake Bay waterfront, Talbot County is the perfect balance of rural simplicity and urban refinement. Here you’ll find a season for art, film, food, music, and cultural festivals and a season for quiet and calm, ranking this as a go-to destination for both action-packed adventures and relaxing retreats. Accessible by car, boat, and small plane make a visit here ideal for a long weekend or extended stay for travelers from D.C., Philadelphia, New York, and beyond!
Deemed the “big city” of Talbot County, Easton is as sophisticated as it is lively. Featuring a world-class theater, renowned art galleries and impeccably curated museums, it’s the heart of the Shore’s arts and culture scene. This mini metropolis draws international artists, musicians, and cultural connoisseurs to a series of acclaimed festivals each year. And it’s a foodie town to boot, chock-full of hidden culinary gems. Come for a show, stay for a week – this art lovers’ retreat is rated among the Top Ten Best Small Towns and Top 100 Small Arts Communities in America.
Like an old-fashioned postcard, Oxford is picture perfect. Surrounded by water with Town Creek to the east and the Tred Avon River to the north and west, the town’s waterways bustle with the passing of yachts, sailboats, powerboats, and its own Oxford-Bellevue Ferry. Author James Michener even penned the novel Chesapeake in this peaceful nautical oasis. Take a stroll back in time as you navigate the tree-lined streets, peppered with historic homes and picket fences, charming inns and taverns, and a local ice cream creamery. It’s a quiet escape with water views around every turn.
Though its picturesque setting earned national attention as the backdrop for the movie Wedding Crashers, St. Michaels’ physical beauty offers only a glimpse of its idyllic charm. Nestled along the Miles River in the heart of the Chesapeake, the historic waterfront town provides itineraries for from romantic getaways, family vacations, “girls” shopping weekends, and more. Home to museums and boutiques, gourmet restaurants and crab shacks, and plenty of adventure by land or by sea, foodies, sailors, wine connoisseurs, and art enthusiasts alike will lose themselves in all the town has to offer.
A quintessential historic American waterfront village, Tilghman Island is just off the beaten path on the southernmost tip of Talbot County. Watermen reign, pristine landscapes abound, and crowds only exist at the annual crab feasts and docking contests. Nestled between the Chesapeake Bay and the Choptank River, the island offers serene vacations marked by fishing, crabbing, boat rides and relaxation. This waterman’s territory brims with unmatched hospitality and is just the place to leave your stress behind — and sample the Chesapeake Bay’s best seafood.
With a population of just over 1,000 and an area of just under 3 square miles, Trappe is one of Talbot County’s smaller towns — but it has an outsized history. A vacation in Trappe is a quiet escape that isn’t without its charms. Opt for a stay at a vacation rental on the water and enjoy the seclusion of a private estate. It’s a great home base for your stay in Talbot County.
Fall / St Michaels, MD / 2020 /
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Nov 8
Dockside / St Michaels, MD / 2020 /
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Dec 13
Featured Listing! Miles River waterfront estate including 9 ac +/- located at the end of Marengo Farm Road with southern exposure, broad western views, and sunsets over St. Michaels.
Click the link in our bio for more information.
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Jun 6
Old Wye Church
Wye Mills, Maryland
1721, renovated 1854, restored 1947-1949
The Georgian Anglican church we see today is a restored version of the 1721 chapel of ease, itself a replacement for the original chapel first mentioned in historical records in 1698 (the actual construction date is not recorded) known originally as St. Luke’s. Taxes built the exterior structure when the Church of England was the official religion in colonial Maryland, and tobacco built the interior - the proceeds of an auction, bid upon by local farming families, resulting in the box pews that fill the structure. The American War of Independence saw the ultimate division of church and state, and a subsequent decline in funds to maintain the building. Prior to its 1854 renovation, it had fallen into disrepair due to a dwindling congregation and funds, and had been used as a stable. In 1947, a generous benefactor, Arthur Amory Houghton, Jr., president of Steuben Glass, chairman of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and grandson of the Corning Glass Works founder, was inspired by the restoration work at Williamsburg, and subsequently provided the funds to restore the chapel to its near-1721 appearance (the exception being its large rondel window over the entrance, designed to allow more natural light into the gallery); he is buried nearby in the cemetery. The entire churchyard is encompassed by old trees and boxwood, and presents one of the most serene and beautiful vistas of any located on Delmarva. A printed walking tour is available for visitors to explore at their leisure. ⚓️
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May 21
FREE Concerts in the Park are back in St. Michaels! TONIGHT, June 8th, kicks off the season with Rosewood. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, friends and family, and a picnic to enjoy with a waterside view at Muskrat Park. https://tourtalbot.org/event/concert-in-the-park-rosewood/
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Jun 8
St Michaels / St Michaels, MD / 2020 /
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Dec 22
FINAL CALL FOR CYCLISTS! Registration for Tour de Talbot ends on ride day, June 10th! Peddle Talbot County’s scenic Chesapeake Bay byways, leading to water views, wooden bridges, and a ride on the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry. It’s a great way to test your skills and make new friends along the way! https://tourtalbot.org/event/tour-de-talbot-bicycle-ride/
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Jun 7
Red Boat / St Michaels, MD / 2020 /
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Nov 21
Today Talbot County commemorates D-Day, the 1944 invasion that turned the tide for the Allies during World War II. We thank those who served and especially to those who gave their lives so that others could go forth to win the war.
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Jun 6
This Chair Has Such A Story……….Bought It Over A Year Ago & It’s Back!
What Color Upholstery Do You Want?
MCM Adrian Pearsall 916-CC Captain Chair For Craft Associates!
Claim It…….Off To The Spa!
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Jun 2
Some People Say “It’s Just a Lamp.”
Not According Jane & Gordon Martz…..Nor TMB Team!
They Developed High Design Style Of Lamps That Also Have Function! Each Of Their Pieces Is Unique, Beautiful Forms & A Muted Color Pallet!
This MCM Pottery Desk Lamp Has It All!
( 12“ H x 6.25“ W)
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Jun 3
St. Michaels is kicking off the Summer Concert in the Park series tonight with Rosewood taking the stage! 🎙️ Join us for a pre or post concert beverage and bite! See you soon! 🍻
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Jun 8
Had a great day at Oxford Fine Arts. Thank you to everyone who came to the show. There’s still one more day to come see everything. Open tomorrow 10-4 oxfordcommunitycenter .
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May 20