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The beauty of this region is unparalleled. Allegany County features 60,000 acres of public wildlands, with one in four acres being public land.

Behind the Scoop: Rhiannon Brown of Queen City Scoop Shop

What do you get when you combine small-town charm, a whole lot of creativity, and one very spontaneous decision? You get Queen City Scoop Shop, one of downtown Cumberland’s sweetest institutions, and a must-stop on the Allegany County Ice Cream Trail. Back in 2015, when Rhiannon Brown heard the…

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Top Reasons We Love the Allegany County Fair

It’s the highlight of summer, where you gather with your family, friends, and neighbors; excited screams from the Scrambler fill the night air; the sirens sound and lights flash as someone wins a plushie in a carnival game; and your favorite deep-fried indulgences beckon you for “just one more.” The…

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The Music Starts Here Itinerary

Mountain Maryland has become a vibrant refuge for music lovers—and it’s no surprise why. Our region's deep musical roots are woven into the Appalachian traditions, culture, and folklife that define this area. With annual music festivals, weekly concert series, and dozens of live performances every…

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Stories That Stay: Why Museums Matter in Mountain Maryland

Honoring the Past. Inspiring the Future. In today’s fast-paced, digital world, the quiet power of a local museum can feel almost radical. These are the places where stories are held, where generations connect, and where small towns and regions like Mountain Maryland keep the cultural heartbeat…

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Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series

Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, is excited to welcome back the Levitt Amp Cumberland Music Series, hosted by the Allegany Arts Council, in downtown Cumberland’s Canal Place this summer, with events taking place every Thursday at 7:00 p.m., June 26 through August 28, 2025. The 2025…

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10 Unexpected Finds to Discover During Mountain Maryland Museum Week

From Louis Comfort Tiffany glass windows to ejector seats and paper trains, Allegany County’s museums are packed with surprises—if you know where to look. For this year’s Mountain Maryland Museum Week, we asked local museums to share their most curious, unexpected, and conversation-starting…

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LaVale Toll House 2025 Season

America's first road trip started here in Allegany County at mile marker "0" of the Historic National Road - a road that expanded trade and commerce, fueled settlers’ westward migration, and set the foundation for modern federal highway systems across America. The National Road began construction…

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Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week

Did you know, one in ten people in the world are employed in the tourism industry? It is one of the most important industry sectors as it provides hundreds of millions of jobs and preserves cultural heritage and natural resources across the globe. As we celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week…

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