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02/15/2025

Double, double toil and trouble - Moll Dyer Weekend will be here on the double! 🧙‍♀️🧹

Get ready to honor Moll Dyer, Leonardtown's most mysterious maven, with a weekend filled with mystical activities, spirited spirits, inspired crafts, live entertainment, and kindness for all ages! Check out these activities and the Legend of Moll Dyer on our website. 🔮

https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/stories/molldyerweekend2025/

02/12/2025

Looking for last-minute Valentine's Day plans? St. Mary's County has you covered! 🌹💌

Check out our new planning guide to start your relaxing getaway. From unique stays to extra sweet desserts and even a cozy cat cafe, Maryland’s Original Destination is the perfect backdrop to fall in love.

Read the new guide here!

Check out our guide for a relaxing getaway in St. Mary's County, Maryland for Valentine's Day!

01/28/2025

Today is National Plan for Vacation Day! ✈🌊

Summer will be here before you know it, meaning it is the perfect time to plan a visit to Maryland's Original Destination. From a week-long trip to a quick weekend getaway, St. Mary's is the perfect place for your adventure!

Check out our website for resources on how to get started: https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/plan/

01/20/2025

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in St. Mary's County and across the nation.

Many of our historic sites and museums tell stories of African-American history while mirroring the larger struggles of our nation and reflecting on the progress made from MLK Jr. and others, including:

🏠Historic Sotterley
🪖United States Colored Troops Memorial Monument
🏫Drayden African-American Schoolhouse
🪞The Commemorative to Enslaved Peoples of Southern Maryland..and many more

Visit the African-American History & Heritage page our website to have “a day on, not a day off,” on this national day of service.

🔗https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/explore/museums-history/african-american/

African-American history in Maryland begins in 1634 with the arrival of indentured servant Mathias de Sousa, one of the 140 settlers who first traveled here and…

01/06/2025

You are cordially invited to: Events in St. Mary's County 💌

Find more information about our upcoming events on our website: https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/events/

01/03/2025

The first Friday of every month, the town of Leonardtown hosts First Friday!

The town's historic art galleries, restaurants, cafés, gift shops, antique shops, bookstores and more open their doors to showcase local artists and/or serve specials at their establishments. Starting with the month of May each year, Leonardtown First Fridays are extended to Leonardtown First Friday All Weekend Events and continue through October.

This year's dates:
January 3rd (TODAY!)
February 7th
March 7th
April 4th
May 2nd - May 4th
June 6th - 8th
July 4th - July 6th
August 1st - August 3rd
September 5th - September 7th
October 3rd - October 5th
November 7th
December 5th

12/30/2024

It's always a great time of year to explore Maryland's Original Destination! Get a head start on your New Year's Resolutions with a hike on one of our trails or paths open year-round, including the First Day hike at ​​St. Mary's River State Park on January 1st or those at Historic Sotterley or Myrtle Point Park on the .

📸1️⃣ Leonardtown Wharf District
📸2️⃣ Historic Sotterley (Photo Credit: Starella Photography by Aprilynn)
📸3️⃣ Myrtle Point Park
📸4️⃣ Piney Point Light House Museum & Historic Park (Photo Credit: Remsberg Photography)
📸5️⃣ Leonardtown Wharf District

Learn more about the First Day Hike or our National Trails & Scenic Byways at https://linktr.ee/visitstmarysmd 🚶🏻🚵🏻

12/25/2024

Visit St. Mary's MD wishes you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a wonderful holiday season! 🎅🕎❄

12/19/2024

Hopefully there will be rockfish rockin' around your Christmas tree as they move into the lower Potomac. 🎄🐟 The last 2024 edition of the from The Tackle Box. Find it at: https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/fishing-report/christmas-stripers/

12/18/2024

From remote romantic getaways to history in the 1790s, there's a lot to talk about with St. Mary's County! Read and listen to stories on our new web page titled "Features in the Media." 🚢🎬

Check it out here! https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/blog/travel-writer-stories/

12/10/2024

Find holiday fun for everyone this weekend at Maryland’s Original Destination! 🎉❄️

🐎 See the Budweiser Clydesdales while finishing up your holiday shopping at Suttler Post Farm.

🛒 Grab those last-minute holiday gifts throughout the county.

🩰 Watch stunning performances of ballet and music at the Nancy R. & Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center.

Learn more, buy tickets or find different events on our Events Calendar at VisitStMarysMD.com!

12/04/2024

While the temperatures are cooling down, fishing activity is heating up! Lure in your next adventure with this week's from The Tackle Box, Inc. Find it at: https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/fishing-report/cold-december-hot-fishing/ 🎣

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from Maryland’s Original Destination! Enjoy spending time with your loved ones today. 🥧 We are grateful for the opportunity to share the joy of St. Mary’s County with all of you.

11/26/2024

We are thankful for all of the fish that are still biting in St. Mary's County! Get the latest information about what you can expect in our waters in this week's by The Tackle Box

🔗https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/fishing-report/fall-rockfish-and-blues/

11/21/2024

St. Mary’s County is truly a magical place during the holiday season. From unique local events that capture the spirit of the season to charming boutiques and markets offering one-of-a-kind gifts, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Start planning your holiday adventure with our 2024 Holiday Guide: https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/blog/2024-holiday-guide/