Heart of the Civil War – Page 2

Aroma House

Aroma House has been serving the Point of Rocks community since 1999. They have pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, pitas, and more. At mile marker 48.4, leave the towpath and turn […]

Deli on the Rocks

Deli on the Rocks is a pizzeria that serves fresh subs, sandwiches, pizza, breakfast, and ice cream. They have outdoor seating. At mile marker 48.4, leave the towpath and turn […]

Buddy Lou’s Eats Drinks & Antiques

Buddy Lou’s is a restaurant with an antique store, outdoor seating, live music, and surrey rentals. They serve lunch, dinner, and drinks and have a variety of games and books […]

Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery

Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery serves 30 flavors of gourmet pies and fresh fruit. Their gift shop has a variety of clothes and accessories, custom floral designs, Amish fudge, […]

1828 Trail Inn B&B

1828 Trail Inn has four rooms, bike storage, and offers afternoon refreshments. It is named for the date of the beginning of the race between the railroad and the canal […]

Hancock Motel

The Hancock Motel is a family run 22-room motel that serves a continental breakfast and is pet-friendly. Eighteen rooms are on the ground floor, making them easy access for the […]

C&O Bicycle

C&O Bicycle is a bike shop that offers rentals, repairs, and sales. They have a bunkhouse, showers, and a general store with trail necessities. At mile marker 124.5, leave the […]

Happy Hills is a family-owned campground open year-round. They have 200 tent camping sites and full hookup sites, a snack bar, swimming pool, laundromat, and mini-golf. They hold family activities […]

Jimmy Joy’s Log Cabin Inn

Jimmy Joy’s Log Cabin Inn is a steakhouse bar & grill specializing in Maryland blue crab. Jimmy Joy’s is not accessible by bike.

Corner Store

Corner Store is a local grocery and convenience store. At mile marker 55, take S. Maple St. for .1 miles and turn left on W. Potomac St. Continue for .1 […]

King’s Pizza

King’s Pizza is a local favorite in Brunswick, Maryland. Enjoy pizza, sandwiches, and other Italian favorites.

Potomac Street Grill

Potomac Street Grill offers American, Tex-Mex, and authentic Middle Eastern food. The Frederick News Posts says “if you appreciate authentic food, a welcoming smile, and feelings of warmth, the drive […]

Smoketown Brewing Station

Smoketown Brewery Station is a brewery in a 1948 fire station with a family-friendly environment, pub fare, snacks, and the option to bring in outside food. Smoketown hosts trivia and […]

Boxcar Burgers

Boxcar Burgers is a former food truck now co-located with Towpath Creamery serving grass-fed Maryland beef burgers. At mile marker 55, take S. Maple St. for .1 miles, and Boxcar […]

Brunswick Family Campground

Brunswick Family Campground has tent sites, RV sites, and four cabins. They have a bathhouse, camp store, playground, and two pavilions. They are operated by River & Trail Outfitters and […]

A Handmade Christmas in Harper’s Ferry

[start-date] 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Join us for the first ever “Handmade Christmas in Harpers Ferry!” 10 amazing local artisans with handcrafted holiday gifts, door prizes, food, beer, wine, […]

Race and #Real Talk- Legacies of the Civil War

[start-date] 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Presented by the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area as one of the monthly Porch Programs at this location, “Race and #Real Talk” […]

157th Anniversary of The Battle of Antietam Commemoration Weekend

[start-date] 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Commemoration of the 157th Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. Join us for a full weekend of ranger led talks, tours, and battlefield hikes. Volunteers […]

Dave Lange Duo @ Antietam Creek Vineyards

[start-date] 11:00 am – 5:00 pm What’s better than BBQ, blues, and cool wine on a hot summer’s day? We’re welcoming back the Dave Lange Duo to the winery. They’ll […]

Civil Ware Lecture Series – John Schidt

[start-date] 7:00 pm – 12:00 pm John Schildt – “People and Places at Antietam” Come hear leading historians and Antietam Battlefield Guides as they discuss intriguing topics of the Maryland […]

Civil War Lecture Series – Alex Rossino

[start-date] 7:00 pm – 12:00 pm Alex Rossino – “The Tale Untwisted: George McClellan and the Discovery of Lee’s Lost Orders, September 13, 1862” Come hear leading historians and Antietam […]

33rd Annual Brunswick Railroad Days

[start-date] 10:00 am – [end-date] 5:00 pm Come celebrate Brunswick’s railroad heritage at the 33rd annual Brunswick Railroad Days. This is a free, family-friendly event held throughout downtown Brunswick on […]

33rd Annual Brunswick Railroad Days

Art at the Point

[start-date] 10:00 am – [end-date] 5:00 pm This year Art at The Point celebrates its 7th year by welcoming back The Main Line Gravy Soppers, a Point of Rocks favorite, […]

Canal Pride Days at Hancock

[start-date] 9:00 am – [end-date] 12:00 pm Join us for C&O Canal Pride Days, the largest volunteer effort in the C&O Canal National Historical Park! Over the past eight years, […]

Canal Pride Days in Williamsport

[start-date] 9:00 am – [end-date] 12:00 pm Join us for C&O Canal Pride Days, the largest volunteer effort in the C&O Canal National Historical Park! Over the past eight years, […]

Santa Stroll and Jingle Bell Run

[start-date] – Join us for the first Santa Stroll and Jingle Bell Run Open to all ages! Walk or Run! Square Corner Park to City Park. Meet at Square Corner […]

Widmeyer Park/Veterans War Memorial

Widmeyer Park, on the banks of the Tonoloway Creek and located in the west end of Hancock, has five pavilions, multiple playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts, a ball field, horseshoes, […]

Hancock Historical Society Town Museum

The Hancock Historical Society was incorporated in 1986, and the Hancock Museum opened a year later. The museum exhibits town history and transportation, housing a large library of genealogy files, […]

Bowles House/C&O Canal Visitor Center

The Bowles House has witnessed early settlement on undeveloped land, a race west between rail and canal, and a period of transition as advancements in transportation eased the country into […]

Byron Memorial Park

Williamsport’s own website describes the Byron Memorial Park as “small town life with that warm blanket feel.” Byron Memorial Park is your quintessential park, little league games and all. Also […]

Springfield Barn and Museum

Wander down Potomac Street onto Springfield Lane to see a wide-open view that will take you back in time. Built circa 1755 by Williamsport’s founder Otho Holland Williams, the Springfield […]

Williamsport C&O Canal Visitor Center

First settled in 1732, Williamsport’s history dates long before this to days when Native American travelers, fur traders, and settlers would pass through Williamsport on their journey west. This quaint […]

Heart of the Civil War Visitors Center

Located approximately half a mile east of Sharpsburg along Maryland Route 34 on the western edge of the Antietam Creek sits the historic Newcomer House at Antietam National Battlefield – […]

C&O Canal Visitors Center and Brunswick Heritage Museum

Fans of the Canal and the B&O Railroad can find a double dose of history in Brunswick, MD. One of several Canal visitor centers from Georgetown to Cumberland, the Brunswick […]