- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Maryland, features the top 314 nearby activities — including 112 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 6 things to do within the city of Essex, MD , followed by 308 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia, Pasadena, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, Bel Air, Severna Park, Cockeysville, Laurel, Stevensville, Towson, Odenton, Severn, Rock Hall, Elkridge, Dundalk, Chestertown, Edgewater, Catonsville, Hanover, Crofton, Parkville, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Timonium, Savage, Perry Hall, Lutherville and Monkton
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Get a history lesson at Banneker-Douglas Museum, the State of Maryland's official museum of African-American heritage. Exhibits, programs and projects help paint a picture of this rich cultural heritage. Admission is free.
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315 High Street, Suite 106, Chestertown, MD 21620
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River Arts Chestertown showcases a wide range of works created by local artists, including ceramics, paintings, jewelry and photographs. In addition to their many exhibits, they regularly host classes, lectures and special events.
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The small Chester 5 Theatres maintains only five screens, but first-run popular films are shown at the cinema. Movies are screened both as matinees and evening shows with a special discount applied to those screened before 6pm.
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The Artists' Gallery is an art gallery displaying the paintings and other creations of six local artists. In addition to paintings, the gallery also displays high quality handmade crafts, including jewelry, ceramics, and many others.
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Schooner Woodwind is a local tour operator which organizes a variety of sailing trips and private cruises on the Chesapeake Bay aboard their two 74-foot long schooners called Woodwind and Woodwind II.
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Composed of a statue of the writer surrounded by young listeners and a series of plaques, the The Kunta Kinte - Alex Haley Memorial was constructed in honor of the author of the famous and influential bestseller Roots.
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Since 1984, Womanship has been the first and leading sailing school that was designed completely by women for the teaching of women. In addition to instruction for couples, families, and corporate groups, there is a young course for girls in grades 7 through 12.
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101 Church Alley, Chestertown, MD 21620
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The Historical Society of Kent County features a collection of preserved documents, artifacts, and other information related to the county's history. The society offers a variety of programs and exhibits from their museum and research library.
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Theatrical and musical productions are performed at the Prince Theatre, which has recently been renamed as the Garfield Center for the Arts. Along with live productions, the venue hosts multiple workshops for youth and an educational outreach program.