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.

Things to Do

Our 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 […]

Freedom, Faith & Family in Maryland's Undergound Railroad (features Annapolis walking tour)

6-Page Brochure developed by Maryland Office of Tourism Development

September is International Underground Railroad Month! The Maryland Office of Tourism released the new Finding Freedom, Faith and Family on Maryland’s Underground Railroad guide during a kick-off event for International Underground Railroad Month at Riversdale House Museum. The new guide inspires travel and introduces the themes, unique qualities and challenges of the Underground Railroad in Southern Maryland. It provides a map and listing of Underground Railroad sites in this region. A walking tour of Historic Annapolis is included as well. The guide links to web content with details on each site in the collection.

Link: MD_UGRR-Printed_Tri-Fold-Guide.pdf