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It’s been a decade since downtown design guidelines were instituted in Ocean City, and the success of the program is clearly visible with a ride around the historic area. Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) Executive Director Glenn Irwin explained the … Continue reading →

There is a poultry farm near Greensboro, MD whose property was once covered with wild pink roses; Eglantine roses. One would picture the farm to be a beautiful place to grow up; wild roses, soft fragrance, open farm land, and … Continue reading →

Unbeknownst to many who call the Eastern Shore of MD home or reside in Worcester County, it is surprising to know that our coastline is covered in some of the oldest bridges in the entire country. Some bridges were constructed … Continue reading →

Pieces of Ocean City’s old Boardwalk are being spread around the country for all to enjoy as the contractor has been recycling the lumber through interested parties. City Engineer Terry McGean reported last Friday the reconstruction of Ocean City’s famous … Continue reading →

The Victorian era of history was represented by Queen Victoria’s reign over Britain from 1837 to 1901. The Victorian era was marked by romanticism, mysticism, changing social values, and an increase of peace, prosperity, and art. Every holiday season, bits … Continue reading →

The town of Berlin, MD is bustling with the kind of energy that is palpable. Shopkeepers give each other a hand with the last of the decorations—another set of twinkling lights here, an additional sprig of fresh magnolia garland there. … Continue reading →

As November draws to a close, Shorebread brings you one final article in honor of Native American Hertitage Month. This is a personal story, about what it's like to grow up as a member of the Nantocoke Indian Tribe on … Continue reading →

November is Native American History Month. The Eastern Shore is one of the oldest areas in the country in terms of English settlements. Long before these settlers ever visited our shores, Native American tribes flourished here. Do you know the … Continue reading →

The Native Americans that once inhabited the fields, marshlands, and forests of the Eastern Shore may be long gone, but they are not forgotten. With totem poles, teepees, research centers, and museums throughout the area in remembrance, the authentic and … Continue reading →

The Huston family greatly influenced the area surrounding the mansion.  Dr. John Huston tried to start the first-ever hospital in Salisbury. His attempts fell show when he was unable to raise enough money to fund the operation. Dr. Huston owned … Continue reading →

On a warm day in September, Furnace Town’s Executive Director, Heather McAllen spoke about the spirits that occupy the old plot of land. Furnace Town was once home to one of the first iron furnaces in the entire country. The … Continue reading →

If you’ve ever been to Assateague Island, chances are you’ve already seen this architectural piece of Eastern Shore history. Standing tall overlooking the Sinepuxent Bay and Assateague Island is the Flemish bond brick, monumental Rackliffe Plantation House—a watchful perch the … Continue reading →