Category Archives: Maryland

MD: Hands-On Aviation Museum for Whole Family

College Park, MD Exit 23: How appropriate to house an aviation museum at the oldest continuously operated airport in the world. At College Park Aviation Museum the first person to greet you is Wilbur Wright – who else? This animatronic … Continue reading

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MD: Christmas on the Potomac at Gaylord National Resort

National Harbor, MD Exit 2: Get in the spirit of the season at the Gaylord National Resort. Be mesmerized by the resort’s holiday decorations with a variety of animated attractions. At Christmas on the Potomac step inside the magical Christmas village … Continue reading

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MD: ‘Tis the (Civil War) Season at Surratt House Museum

Clinton, MD Exit 7A: Enjoy the holiday season while appreciating the history and culture of Maryland after the civil war at the Surratt House Museum. With an ambiance of period decorations, the charm of antique dolls and toys on display, … Continue reading

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MD: Geocaching – Sleuth to Find Hidden Treasures

Savage, MD Exit 38: Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to exercise both mind and body? Try geocaching. Join Terrapin Adventure on a geocaching experience and learn this adventure game which is played all over the world. This fast growing sport is … Continue reading

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MD: Fresh Air and Family Festival Weekends at Milburn Orchards

Elkton, MD Exit 109B: Why not indulge in some farm fresh air while joining the party at Milburn Orchards Fall Festival Weekends. In celebration of the fall harvest, the BarnYard has a special theme for each weekend, offering families lots … Continue reading

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MD: Farm Heritage Days and Rodeo with Bull Riders

Howard County, MD Exit  38, route 32: Farm Heritage Days is a weekend festival of fun and excitement at the Howard County Living Farm Heritage Museum in West Friendship. Farm equipment demonstrations, old time blacksmith demonstrations, tractor pull, lawn mower races, … Continue reading

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MD: They’re Dancin’ in the Streets at Artscape 2015!

Baltimore, MD Exit 53: Artscape is a huge free arts festival, attracting  over 400,000 people over three days. Featuring 150+ fine artists, fashion designers and craftspeople; visual art exhibits on and off-site, including exhibitions, outdoor sculpture, art cars and photography. Artscape’s live … Continue reading

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Kilby Cream – From Cow to Cone – Really Fresh Ice Cream on the Road

Rising Sun, MD Exit 100: Kilby Cream is more than just an ice cream shop. If you have kids in the car, it’s a great place to stop because there’s a playground and a petting zoo. The family has been … Continue reading

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MD: Dog Day Afternoon: Costumes, Dog Artists and Tail-Wagging Fun

Columbia, MD Exit 43, route 100: Inviting all canines and their people to the  9th Annual Dog Day Afternoon hosted by the Columbia Association. What better way to spend an afternoon than with man’s best friend and this event promises a … Continue reading

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MD: Sleep at a Horse Farm and go Riding on I-95

North East, MD Exit 100: Wow, Fairwinds Farm, a B&B where you can go horseback riding! This farm family takes in travelers, be they the human kind or the animal kind (horses, dogs, etc). JoAnn Dawson, the “farmers’ wife”, was … Continue reading

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