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About Our Town

Chesapeake City's historic area is on the National Historic Registry, as well as Maryland's Historic Registry. The town has many restored historic homes, shops and galleries, featuring hand-painted originals and prints, antiques, collectibles, clothing, gifts and crafts. Additional sights include the Canal Museum, art galleries, summer concerts, boat tours, and tours of the nearby horse country. There are also many fine restaurants and bed and breakfasts and transient and seasonal boat dockage availability. Chesapeake City's Victorian charm has been featured in several national magazines, including Travel & Liesure, Coastal Living and Southern Living. Convenient to several large cities on the east coast, this historic village on the banks of the C&D Canal is a favorite spot for those seeking a weekend getaway or a vacation retreat.

 

Located in Cecil County, Maryland just off State Route 213 along the historic Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. Easy driving distance from Philadelphia, Wilmington, Baltimore and Washington D.C. 

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Population: 787 (2000 Census)

Size: 232 Acres, about 400 acres with C&D Canal included which divides the town into north and south sides.

Public Restrooms:  Franklin Hall,   98 Bohemia Ave. - (side entrance - handicap accessible).

 

The Inn at the Canal
The Inn at the Canal


Frills Boutique Custom Jewelry and Accessories
Frills Boutique Custom Jewelry and Accessories


Kevin Quinlan Photography
Kevin Quinlan Photography


Long Creek View Inn
Long Creek View Inn


U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Museum
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Museum


Miss Clare Cruises
Miss Clare Cruises


The Chesapeake Inn
The Chesapeake Inn


The Yacht Club
The Yacht Club