Thurgood Marshall Memorial - Annapolis
1908Memorial honoring Baltimore native Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice.
14.3 mi away
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Memorial honoring Baltimore native Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice.
The oldest state capitol building in continuous legislative use, where the Treaty of Paris was ratified in 1784.
Established in 1845 by Secretary of the Navy George Bancroft at the former Fort Severn in Annapolis.
Birthplace of Charles Carroll, the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence and the last surviving signer.
The 4.3-mile bridge connecting Maryland's Western and Eastern Shores, opened in 1952 and expanded in 1973.
Museum in St. Michaels preserving the Chesapeake Bay's maritime heritage, including the iconic Hooper Strait Lighthouse.
28 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Ever wonder how communities built themselves up when the world was actively trying to tear them down? This unassuming hall holds the answer. Built in 1892, St. Mary's Beneficial Society Hall was a vital hub for African…
Pull over for a pint of history! This unassuming brick building was once the lively London Town Publik House, a central gathering spot long before interstates and smartphones. Built in 1764, the William Brown House…
Pull over, history buff! You’re about to discover a place where freedom found a literal beachhead. This isn't just any summer house; it was one of the very first built in Highland Beach, a pioneering African American…
Ever wondered what it was like to make a living on the Chesapeake Bay a century ago? You're about to meet a living legend that tells that story: the Virginia W. She's a direct link to the last working sailing fleet in…
Look out your window! You're approaching the home of a true Chesapeake legend: the Elsworth. This isn't just any old boat; she's a living piece of history, a skipjack from a bygone era that still sails today. She’s one…
Look out there! Built in 1896, the Rebecca T. Ruark is the oldest surviving skipjack in the Chesapeake Bay, a true floating piece of Maryland’s maritime history. She was launched from Taylor’s Island, right here in…
You're near a piece of living history, one of the last links to a thrilling Chesapeake Bay tradition! This is Oliver's Gift, a log canoe built back in 1947 by Oliver Duke. She's a racing log canoe, a type of sailing…
Check it out – that seemingly random tilt isn't just a weird camera angle! That's Sharps Island Light, and it's leaning for a reason. The original lighthouse was built on Sharps Island in 1838. But the island was…
Prepare to pay your respects at Annapolis National Cemetery, a solemn ground holding the stories of over 3,100 lives. This small but significant cemetery, just over four acres, stands as a testament to service and…
Birthplace of Charles Carroll, the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence and the last surviving signer.
Memorial honoring Baltimore native Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice.
You're driving through a place where the seeds of American democracy were carefully nurtured. Annapolis was a major colonial port and played a pivotal role in the lead-up to the Revolutionary War. Home to many of the…
The oldest state capitol building in continuous legislative use, where the Treaty of Paris was ratified in 1784.
Look out your window at one of Annapolis’s most impressive survivors from the 18th century! This is the Brice House, an architectural twin to the famous William Paca House and the Hammond-Harwood House. Built between…
Ever wonder what a founding father's dream home looked like? Get ready to see one of the very first three-story brick Georgian mansions in the Thirteen Colonies! It's a true architectural masterpiece. Construction on…
Ever wondered what it was like to live in a mansion just before America became, well, America? You're about to drive past one of the finest surviving examples of British colonial architecture in the entire country. This…
Established in 1845 by Secretary of the Navy George Bancroft at the former Fort Severn in Annapolis.
Ever wonder what life was like for a colonial governor? This elegant Georgian mansion, Belair, was once home to Maryland's Provincial Governor, Samuel Ogle. Built around 1745, this estate became a powerhouse in the…
Get ready to step into a legend! You’re approaching the hallowed ground of Belair Stud Farm, a name synonymous with American horse racing greatness. This isn't just any old stable; it's where champions were born,…
The 4.3-mile bridge connecting Maryland's Western and Eastern Shores, opened in 1952 and expanded in 1973.
Museum in St. Michaels preserving the Chesapeake Bay's maritime heritage, including the iconic Hooper Strait Lighthouse.
Look! See that house right there? It actually took a direct hit from a British cannonball during the War of 1812, and it's still standing today! This is the famous Cannonball House. Back in August of 1813, during the…
This unassuming house played a pivotal role in one of the most shocking events in American history. This is the Surratt House, once owned by Mary Surratt, the first woman executed by the U.S. federal government. Mary…
Feel the weight of history – this land whispers tales of freedom and oppression. Marietta, a former tobacco plantation, wasn't just a place of labor; it became a beacon of hope on the Underground Railroad. In the early…
Ever heard of Dr. Samuel Mudd? You're driving right past the very house where he lived, and where he infamously treated John Wilkes Booth's broken leg just hours after Lincoln's assassination. It was the early morning…
Look to your left, and tell me if you feel a chill. You're passing one of Maryland's most haunting abandoned places: the Glenn Dale Hospital, an old tuberculosis sanatorium. Built in 1934, this massive facility, with 23…
Erected in 1883, this lighthouse stands guard, warning ships away from a dangerous shoal. It's called Sandy Point Shoal Light. Before this lighthouse, there was an earlier brick tower built on Sandy Point in 1857. But…
Stop by this mid-18th century inn and imagine travelers from centuries past seeking rest and refreshment. This modest frame house, built around 1753, served as a vital stop for those journeying through Anne Arundel…