Did you know that the first completed monument to George Washington is here, in Boonsboro, MD? Click the link to read more, from Atlas Obscura.
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Enjoy the Health Benefits of Being in Nature in Washington County, MD.

There are several war memorials that can be seen in Washington County. See our round up of them, and feel free to notify us if we missed any! We hope it serves to Honor Those Who Gave All for our country. ow.ly/x4dt50D0IYx
Photo by Scott Cantner , Scantner Photography

We recently met with a writer from AAA World Magazine to discuss the 50th Anniversary of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, and this is the online version of their article, 'Where Did We Park?' Click to read the artice: cluballiance.aaa.com/the-extra-mile…

Join us in congratulating the The Maryland Theatre for their win of the 2020 Bronze Reconstruction Award by Building Design and Construction Magazine!

We love this article about Family Hiking in Maryland by Charissa Hipp, from Maryland Road Trips. (Charissa has been a large contributor to our org, from her college internship years, to part & full time staffer, to contracted services for us.)
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We are part of trail and an article produced by BBC Travel that highlights the Great American Rail Trail. And this view of Harper's Ferry? It can only be seen from Maryland Heights in Washington County in Maryland. #RecreateResponsibly #MasksOnMaryland

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Our 5 National Parks offer so many opportunities for #FindingPeace . The National Park Service suggests some great ways to do this, indoors and outdoors!
#RecreateResponsibly #PeacefulParks in Maryland

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A beautiful meteor shower takes place tonight at 7pm-ish. With so many beautiful places, it will be a beautiful night to outside and look up!
Photo by John Canan, Mountains & Rivers Media, at Weverton Cliff Overlook. #Recreate Responsibly #MasksOnMaryland

Don’t let the cold weather keep you off the trails! Get your winter gear at Hagerstown Premium Outlets and Valley Mall (Hagerstown, MD)! Purchase top brands to keep you warm as you hike, cross-country ski, bird watch, or take photos! #RecreateResponsibly #MasksOnMaryland

While the Antietam Memorial Illumination is not taking place this year, our blog post about it can take you through it and offer the opportunity of remembrance. visithagerstown.com/blog/20/the-an…

A drive tour of some of our African American historic sites can educate and inspire! This itinerary by historian Dr. Emilie Amt, can be done in a 1/2 day. While some sites have limited indoor visiting hours, most grounds are open during daylight hours. ow.ly/Em5i50CCcek

The Christmas Gazebo at the Conococheague Institute Museum and Library is ready for your family photos! Stop by for your festive photos and explore the grounds and trails while you art there. #ChristmasPicPlaces #RecreateResponsibly

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Visit Hagerstown! Please celebrate while safely observing Washington County and Maryland State COVID mitigation measures!

Need a *Safe* night out? The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater has re-opened. Featuring a Holiday Season BRAND NEW Golden Girls Murder Mystery—THE CURSE OF JESSICA FLETCHER!
Tickets NOW ON SALE. washingtoncountyplayhouse.com
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Let's help stop the surge, and support our local businesses who need it. Here's a Top 10 list of ideas to help us! #masksonmaryland
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Sunday drives can create some of the fondest memories that a family can make together. Meander your way through our quaint small towns in Washington County! #masksonmaryland
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The Maryland Office of Tourism offers some great Open Road itineraries for our area. Breathe in the beautiful fall mountain air and delight in our remaining foliage as you wander along the C&O Canal Scenic Byway. ow.ly/7FAM50CdRZY
(Photo Credit: John Canan)

Attn Nora Roberts fans! Our local author's newest trilogy – The Dragon Heart Legacy – debuts with The Awakening, out November 24th. What a great gift idea! For an except, see her blog: ow.ly/HBIi50C9xi7

The JFK 50 Mile 'The Nation's Oldest Ultramarathon' (occuring on Nov. 21) has released COVID-19 mitigation guidelines. For the health and safety of all participants, volunteers, race staff and local community, please follow all guidelines: ow.ly/qxlD50C9uv0...