Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area
Where heritage is protected and shared
Chesapeake Crossroads, one of Maryland’s state heritage areas, is an established heritage tourism destination on the Chesapeake Bay’s western shore. Framed by the Chesapeake Bay on the east and now including new areas of the northern and western parts of Anne Arundel County, Chesapeake Crossroads reflects Maryland’s rich historic, cultural, and natural legacy.
Introducing Chesapeake Crossroads
A place full of stories our partners share about the people, places, and experiences that characterize our heritage, inspired by the past, rooted in the present, and focused on the future.
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Things to Do
More ArticlesOur region is home to a lively annual calendar of festivals, events, parades, and more. Here's our listing by month!
There are many ways to experience the Academy’s proud and lengthy history. You don’t have to become a midshipman to find out what the life of one is like. The United States Naval Academy is open to the public all year.
Experience the outdoors along our trails that include waterfront vistas, recreational delights, and breathtaking landscapes. Anne Arundel County has many trails to explore, so grab your walking shoes or ready […]
Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Appoints C. Jane Cox as Executive Director
Upcoming Events
Holiday Spirit Tour: Yuletide Traditions at the William Paca House
Eco Explorers – Engineering for a Cleaner Planet
January Lunch and Learn: “Baltimore’s Own” Soldiers in World War I: No Longer Lost to History
February Lunch and Learn: Using DNA to Connect Living People to Enslaved Ironworkers at Catoctin Furnace
The Story Project
Unearthing important stories told by individuals with special connections to our heritage areas.
Our Impact
Our Sponsors & Partners
