History & Museums

History Lives Here

Allegany County, Maryland, boasts three centuries of American history. The heyday of Allegany County was the turn of the 20th century and, luckily for visitors, many of the homes, commercial centers and transportation hubs of that era have been preserved and are managed as visitor and community enrichment attractions.

Plan Your 250 Journey

Experience the stories, places, and people who shaped our nation from the Mountain Side of Maryland.

History & Heritage

Blogs

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George Washington Really Did Sleep Here

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Explore Indigenous American History Through Scenic Sites in Mountain Maryland

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Explore Allegany County’s Underground Railroad History in Maryland’s Mountains

Scenic Byways

History Lives Here

Mountain Maryland is home to three of Maryland's collection of scenic byways that offer inviting views, magical main streets, enduring history, and engaging places.