Queen Anne’s County, Maryland

Queen Anne’s County Local Guide

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Find a new favorite walk, spend an afternoon with local history, or make room for an everyday stop. 15 places to get to know Queen Anne’s County.

15 local places
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Time Outdoors

Parks, trails and places to pause

6 places
Sandy shoreline and wooded edge beside Chesapeake Bay at Terrapin Nature Park
Terrapin Nature Park shoreline, 2013Photo: Forsaken Fotos

Stevensville Parks & Nature

Terrapin Nature Park

Follow walking trails through meadows, tidal ponds and woodland to shoreline views of the Bay Bridge. Observation blinds offer places to watch wildlife.

Before You Go Keep coolers, grills and shade structures within permitted picnic areas. Fishing is restricted to designated sections, so review the park rules before bringing equipment.

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  • Ferry Point Park

    Chester Parks & Nature

    A marsh boardwalk leads to open space beside the Chester River.

    Walk from the Chesapeake Heritage and Visitor Center through wetland and woodland to a small shoreline area.

    Before You Go Enter from the visitor center property on Piney Narrows Road. Plan a daytime visit and check park conditions separately from the visitor center’s indoor opening schedule.

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  • Matapeake Clubhouse and Beach

    Stevensville Parks & Nature

    A former ferry landing offers a public beach and Bay Bridge views.

    Enjoy the shoreline, picnic space and woodland trail beside the historic ferry terminal building.

    Before You Go Dogs must use the designated dog trail and beach, not the public beach, clubhouse lawn or clubhouse. Check current swimming advisories and beach rules before visiting.

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  • Cross Island Trail

    Kent Island and Kent Narrows Parks & Nature

    A paved trail links parks and neighborhoods across the island.

    Walk or cycle through fields, wooded stretches and wetland crossings, choosing a segment that fits your outing. Several public trailheads offer different starting points.

    Before You Go Use the current trail map to select parking and road crossings. Pets must be leashed, and trailhead lots are for daytime use.

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  • Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center

    Grasonville Parks & Nature

    A nonprofit preserve combines wildlife viewing with environmental education.

    Explore trails through marsh, meadow and woodland, or visit the birds of prey exhibit. The preserve offers opportunities to learn about Chesapeake habitats.

    Before You Go The visitor center is seasonal even when the grounds are open. Check holiday and weather closures, and review dog membership requirements before bringing a pet.

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History & Culture

Art, heritage and local stories

6 places
White wooden Cray House with a steep shingled roof behind a picket fence
Cray House in Stevensville, 2007Photo: Ser Amantio di Nicolao

Stevensville History & Culture

Cray House

See a preserved example of post and plank construction and learn about life in early Stevensville.

Before You Go Interior visits follow the Heritage Society’s seasonal first Saturday schedule. Confirm the current opening before expecting a tour.

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Yellow wooden railroad station building with brown trim in Sudlersville
Historic Sudlersville train stationPhoto: Preservation Maryland

Sudlersville History & Culture

Sudlersville Train Station Museum

See exhibits about Sudlersville and baseball player Jimmie Foxx inside the historic station at its original site.

Before You Go The regular season has limited first Saturday openings. Arrange an appointment outside those dates, and use the South Linden Street address.

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White wooden mill building with shuttered windows and two millstones beside the entrance
Old Wye Mill on the county boundaryPhoto: Preservation Maryland

Wye Mills History & Culture

Old Wye Mill

Explore historic machinery and milling technology at this industrial landmark on the Queen Anne’s and Talbot county boundary.

Before You Go The mill opens seasonally from May through October, with grinding demonstrations on selected Saturdays. The lower level is wheelchair accessible, with a video showing the upper floor.

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  • Kennard African American Cultural Heritage Center

    Centreville History & Culture

    A restored school preserves African American community history.

    Museum displays and recorded histories explore education, work, military service and civic life, with a focus on the years Kennard High School served local students.

    Before You Go Regular openings are limited and seasonal. Guided tours require an appointment, so use the museum’s tour instructions before traveling.

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  • Kirwan House and Store Museum

    Chester History & Culture

    A preserved house and country store connect visitors with Kent Island life.

    Explore the home and store associated with James E. Kirwan and the surrounding community’s commercial history.

    Before You Go The museum opens on scheduled seasonal tour days. Private visits can be arranged through the Heritage Society, but should be confirmed before traveling.

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  • Tucker House

    Centreville History & Culture

    A historic house holds local furnishings and family research resources.

    Visit the Historical Society’s Commerce Street house for period objects, genealogical collections and a small garden setting.

    Before You Go Openings are limited and seasonal. Contact the Historical Society to arrange a visit or ask about research access rather than assuming daily admission.

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Libraries & Community

Everyday places to learn and connect

3 places

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  • Queen Anne’s County Library Centreville Branch

    Centreville Libraries & Community

    The county seat library offers reading resources and community meeting space.

    Visit the South Commerce Street branch to browse collections, use library resources or join a scheduled program.

    Before You Go Check the branch calendar and meeting room policy. Reserve space through the library rather than assuming a room will be available on arrival.

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  • Queen Anne’s County Library Kent Island Branch

    Stevensville Libraries & Community

    A library and makerspace support reading and creative projects.

    Browse collections or explore the makerspace’s design, craft and fabrication equipment at the Library Circle branch.

    Before You Go The makerspace has its own hours and equipment policies. Ask about materials and staff guidance before arriving with a project.

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  • Crumpton Library Kiosk

    Crumpton Libraries & Community

    A small automated collection brings library borrowing to the northern county.

    Borrow books, movies and other selected materials from the library kiosk at Crumpton Park. A nearby book drop accepts returns.

    Before You Go Bring a valid library card or its barcode. The kiosk cannot receive reserved holds, so use the mobile library or a staffed branch for hold pickup.

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