The beauty of this region is unparalleled. Allegany County features 60,000 acres of public wildlands, with one in four acres being public land.
Step into America’s early transportation history—open select weekends May through October Step into America’s early transportation history at the LaVale Toll Gate House—open select weekends May through October with free guided tours. Located just outside downtown Cumberland along the Historic…
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Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, is steeped in history—and with that history comes plenty of eerie stories. Whether you’re visiting for the Halloween season or just in the mood for a ghostly adventure, these locations offer a mix of historical intrigue and spooky legends that are…
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Architectural Wonders in Cumberland, Maryland Look up and step back in time as you explore Downtown Cumberland and the Washington Street Historic District—two neighborhoods where more than 150 years of architectural styles converge. From ornate Victorian mansions to bold Art Deco storefronts…
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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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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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Some of Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland’s greatest assets are the scenic landscapes that provided life and shelter to the people who first called this land home. From ancient trails and natural landmarks to cultural sites, Allegany County is dotted with places where you can explore…
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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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Once a major center in the US coal industry, the Georges Creek Valley was historically known as "The Big Vein" for its thick seam of bituminous coal, famous for its clean-burning, low-sulfur content that made it ideal for powering ocean steamers, riverboats, locomotives, steam mills, and machine…
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It's lush, it's green. The mountains call you in to explore the vistas and valleys. The rivers and lakes flow freely to offer a cool retreat from the summer sun. It's finally summer, and there is much to do and see. Be sure to check these items off your bucket list in Allegany County, the Mountain…
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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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