As perhaps the most integral, rallied-behind aspect of Annapolis, the United States Naval Academy turning 237 is a big deal. It’s not about the number either; USNA unifies us. We cheer on Navy football, baseball, and other sports it proudly hosts. We wear Navy apparel shopping downtown. We tour the campus and are thankful for [...]
If you really pay attention, you can feel the wind preparing to change and see the trees anxious to turn colors of the sun. Fall is encroaching on the blazing days of summer, and waiting for the afternoon humidity to fizzle out. As we’re in a seasonal transition phase, it’s only natural to look to [...]
Annapolis prides itself on the history and intriguing stores it offers to visitors and residents. State Circle and Maryland Avenue not only connect geographically but supply history and modern-day excitement through shops, lodging, and eateries downtown. The depth of these destinations parallel the richness of its retail, dining, and entertainment industries--explore State Circle and Maryland [...]
Maryland Avenue is long-treasured as one of downtown Annapolis’ best spots for shopping, dining, and experiencing the culture. Below you’ll find a guide to experiencing that culture while saving a buck or two. Truly, you could spend all day on Maryland Avenue, so plan accordingly! Play The Hammond-Harwood House’s goal is to bring history alive [...]
Saint Patrick’s Day is just around the corner! It is a great holiday to be Irish – especially in Annapolis! Even if you aren’t Irish, you’ll enjoy this great event in Annapolis, MD. Everyone can take advantage of all the many hotel, motel, and restaurant and bar specials in Annapolis during St. Patrick’s [...]
By Beth Rubin Antiques are an integral part of the Annapolis shopping scene (and we’re not referring to the large number of retirees who live in the area). Dealers and savvy shoppers know they can make out like bandits in Naptown. The greatest concentration of shops can be found on Annapolis Street in West Annapolis [...]
By Beth Rubin Among the historic sites, tee-shirt and souvenir shops and restaurants in Annapolis, are several specialty shops that merit a look-see. For shopping outside the box, here are our favorites. Annapolis Pottery 40 State Circle 410-268-6153 www.annapolispottery.com In need of a gift? A large selection of unique mugs (coffee/tea/soup/beer), bowls, platters, tureens, vases, [...]
Most visitors to Annapolis think Chesapeake Bay, boats, crabs. But beyond this trinity is a wealth of lesser-known treasures. Thinking it a shame—and a bore—to always stick to the familiar, we offer the first in a continuing series about the area's hidden gems. Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden 580 Taylor Ave., off Rowe Boulevard behind DNR. [...]
As a resident of Annapolis, I often take for granted how beautiful and historic this town really is. But, on a recent visit to Maryland Avenue, I remembered why Annapolis is so special. Walking down this historic street, I could easily imagine myself in 1776, walking along this same venue, carrying a parasol and watching [...]