Things To Do in Galesville, Maryland

Artifacts, histories and memorabilia collected by members of the Galesville Heritage Society. More on Search.visitmaryland.org

Inscription. Since Colonial times, the Galesville peninsula has been defined by the West River and the Chesapeake Bay. But 18,000 years ago, these waters did not exist! The Susquehanna River once flowed east of here. As glaciers melted, ... More on HMDB

Inscription. One hundred years ago, Steamboat Landing was the hub of the community. The vessels that docked there linked Galesville to the world. Immigrants and vacationers arrived, while farm produce and seafood were shipped out ... More on HMDB

Steward Colonial Shipyard is the archeologically intact shipyard that was founded in 1751 by Stephen Steward, ... More on PlanetWare

Founded in 1751, it served as the first Maryland naval base. Site of the only Revolutionary War engagement in Anne Arundel ... More on Search.visitmaryland.org

Inscription. The members of the Galesville Heritage Society invite you to explore their historic village. First settled in 1654 on the banks of West River, Galesville and its history are fundamentally linked to the Chesapeake Bay. ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Native plants are essential to the health of our waterways. They thrive in local soils and need minimal fertilizer or pesticides, so fewer nutrients and chemicals reach our waters. They also help to reduce soil run-off ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Imagine life in the Carrie Weedon house in 1901. Kerosene lamps provided light for reading, sewing, or playing the piano. Water came from an outdoor hand pump. A privy, a small barn, and a shed were located out back. ... More on HMDB

Captained sailing charters for up to six passengers aboard a classic 50-ft. ketch. Three-hour to five-day charters available. More on Search.visitmaryland.org