Tagged Stories: "history"

Today, more than 30 lighthouses still stand in the region, and 23 still aid navigation.

Hand-carved decoys reflect the cultural heritage of their creators and the landscapes behind the birds.

The region’s history comes into view at this Southern Maryland site.

This Halloween, thrill-seeking river rats might want to visit this ghost fleet of steamship vessels on the Potomac River.

Hundreds of sites bring to life the War of 1812 while exploring the landscapes and waterways of the Bay region.

Larrys Creek is rather remote, but its watershed offers 9,000 acres of fishing and hunting areas.

While Chesapeake folklore doesn't mention Feb. 29, we decided to take this opportunity to mention a few Bay “oddities."

Curl up with one of these eight great Bay-related reads

Just in time for Halloween, we've compiled an eclectic list of hauntings, sightings and strange spooks from throughout the Bay region.

Chesapeake Bay Program Acting Director has been appointed to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail Advisory Council.