Celebrating America's 250th With Local History & Tradition.

• Raffle tickets available at the Crisfield and Princess Anne Libraries
• $1 per ticket or $5 for 6 tickets 
• Drawing in June 2026
• Contact the Somerset County Library for more information
  • Crisfield Branch: 410-968-0955
  • Princess Anne Branch: 410-651-0852

• Ocean City Library, 10003 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842
• Join the Ocean City Library for a short film and talk on the history, progress, and future of the Henry Hotel!
• For more information, call 410-524-1818 or click here. 

• Salisbury City Park Bandstand, Snow Hill Road & S. Park Drive
• Bringing the community together—kids, families, walkers, and runners—for a morning of movement in celebration of freedom, gathering at the Salisbury City Park Bandstand.
• This community 5K invites you to move with intention, whether you walk or run, alongside others through a shared experience rooted in culture, reflection, and connection.
• This is a community-centered 5K experience designed for all levels. Move at your own pace, whether you’re walking or running, while enjoying a professionally timed course.
• Learn more and register.

• Poplar Hill Mansion, 117 Elizabeth St, Salisbury, MD 21801
• Come be a part of the America250 celebrations with the Samuel Chase Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
• Samuel Chase is hosting a very special LiberTEA with their friends at Poplar Hill Mansion
• The menu will consist of recipes reminiscent of the Revolutionary War and inspired by food once enjoyed by the likes of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin, Alexander Hamilton and all those who fought for America's freedom.
• Cost is $25.00 per person. RSVP is required and seating is very limited. 
• Contact the Samuel Chase Chapter of the DAR for more information. 

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Janes Island State Park, 26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr, Crisfield, MD 21817
• A Liberty Tree will be dedicated at Janes Island State Park as part of the commemoration for the 250th
• Join Janes Island in celebrating this seedling that is descended from Maryland's original 1775 Liberty Tree

• Salisbury City Park
• Join Poplar Hill Mansion and the City of Salisbury at City Park as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This family oriented day of fun includes activities, games, food, exhibitors, live music, pie eating contest, fishing derby, and more! That evening head over to JMB High School for Red, White, & Boom Fireworks!
• Free

America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.

• Consider hosting a potluck in your community, neighborhood, or amongst you own friends and family!

• 1101 West Main Street, Crisfield, MD 21817
• ​Join the Somerset County Arts Council and Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce for this annual event. 
   

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• 3rd Friday, Downtown Salisbury
• Join Salisbury for a special 3rd Friday: MD 250 as we celebrate 250 years of Maryland history right here in Downtown Salisbury!
• This month’s outdoor marketplace honors the rich heritage, culture, and traditions of the Old Line State as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of Maryland. 
• MD 250 is a chance to reflect on Maryland’s past, celebrate its present, and look ahead to its future.

• Somerset County Civic Center, 11828 Crisfield Lane, Princess Anne, MD, United States, 21853
• The Somerset County Fair is celebrating 250 Years of America for this year's fair. 
• Check out the exciting new competitions and fun lined up!
• Learn more. 

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Calvin B. Taylor House Museum, 208 N. Main Street, Berlin MD.
• It's the Annual Peach Festival! Celebrate all things peach on the museum lawn with music, food, fresh peaches, kid's activities, and non-profit demonstrators. It's the peachiest time of the year!
• Free to enter.
• Learn more. 

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Somers Cove Marina, 715 Broadway, Crisfield, MD 21817
• This annual event features a carnival for rides, food and vendors plus crab races, a parade, live music, boat docking and much more. 
• The 79th Annual National Hard Crab Derby will be celebrating America's 250th with special exhibits and events

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Ralph Abbott Rd, Deal Island Historic District, MD 21821
• Join members of the Deal Island Lions Club and Skipjack Heritage, Inc. for the Labor Day Skipjack Races and Land Festival.
• These graceful single-masted oyster boats will be racing to see who takes home the prize and bragging rights for the year.
•  In addition to the races, there will be a parade, concerts, working waterman's boat docking competition, and more.
• Registration link will be available closer to the date. 

• Downtown Salisbury, MD
• Make your plans now to join Salisbury for the 4th Maryland Folk Festival.
• A free, large-scale three-day outdoor event, the Maryland Folk Festival celebrates the roots, richness and variety of American culture. It features about 250 of the nation’s finest traditional musicians, dancers, craftspeople and other keepers of culture in performances, workshops, and demonstrations, plus children’s activities, savory regional and ethnic cuisines and craft brews, non-stop participatory dancing, storytelling and more.
• Free.

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Poplar Hill Mansion,  117 Elizabeth St., Salisbury, MD 21801
• Come see beautiful quilts submitted by local and regional quilters that showcase each of the five categories, which represent a different American theme.
• This is a non-juried show and winners in each category and Best in Show are "people's choice" chosen by votes given at the show by visitors.
• Anyone is eligible to enter a quilt.

• Berlin Library, 13 Harrison Ave, Berlin, MD 21811
• Hear the stories of Berlin being recorded LIVE at the Berlin Library.
• Learn more. 

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Somers Cove Marina, 715 Broadway, Crisfield, MD 21817
• ​Kid's activities, live entertainment, food, arts and craft vendors and live demonstrations - all showcasing the Chesapeake Bay culture of Crisfield - will be part of the festivities.
• The festival will be held behind the J.M. Tawes Historical Museum and Somers Cove Marina from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.
• Learn more through the Crisfield Heritage Area
• Admission is free. 

• Calvin B. Taylor House Museum, 208 N. Main Street, Berlin MD.
• Join the Taylor House Museum for a movie night at the museum.
• Film: National Treasure
• Learn more. 

• Ward Brothers Workshop, 3195 Sackertown Rd, Crisfield
• For more than 50 years, the carving team of Steve Ward and Lemuel T. Ward created hunting decoys and decorative bird carvings which elevated them to world-renowned status as masters of “Waterfowl Counterfeiters” and the fathers of decorative decoy carving.
• Also be sure to visit the Tawes Museum to view the film "Nature's Counterfeiters"

• Calvin B. Taylor House Museum, 208 N. Main Street, Berlin MD.
• Join the Taylor House Museum in a celebration of local storytelling and local writers. 
• ​Learn more. 

• Poplar Hill Mansion,  117 Elizabeth St., Salisbury, MD 21801
• Come see PHM decorated for the Holiday Season.
• The theme is the Spirit of America. The Four Seasons Garden Club will have arrangements throughout the first floor and the main tree will be fully decorated in an historic Americana motif.

• Poplar Hill Mansion,  117 Elizabeth St., Salisbury, MD 21801
• Join PHM's curator and Corresponding Docent of the DAR Museum  in Washington D.C. as they present a different lecture each month highlighting items from the collection of the DAR Museum and PHM. 
• Free