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the Town of Mount Airy.
From Civil War and railroad
history to galleries and
boutiques, as well as for
some of the best dining in
Carroll County, Mount
Airy is well worth a visit.
Whether you have an hour,
a day or a weekend, there
is plenty to explore, away
from the hustle and bustle
of the city. Mount Airy hosts
a
Chili Cook-o
sanctioned
by the International Chili
Society, as well as the
Mount Airy Mayfest
and
other downtown events.
NewWindsor
www.newwindsormd.orgFounded in 1797, over the
years New Windsor has
collected its fair share of
fascinating characters and
stories, all of which add to the
special charm of this town.
Discover for yourself the
intrigue of the past through
the unique lens of local
history at the
NewWindsor
History Museum
or through
a self-guided walking tour of
the historic town, including
its Civil War heritage sites.
Contemporary music can
be heard during August
weekends when visitors
can enjoy concerts at the
Lions Club Park. Tucked
away in this small town is
an international shopping
experience… the
SERRV Gift
Shop
– offering unique and
handcrafted fair trade items
from around the world. When
you have finished exploring
and shopping, relax at one of
two cozy bed & breakfasts –
Atlee House
or the
Seasons
at Magnolia Manor
.
Sykesville
www.TownofSykesville.orgHistoric Sykesville
is proud of its
Old Towne
America flavor.
Historically
the commercial center of
Sykesville, Main Street
remains a vibrant and unique
commercial district. Some
of the downtown merchants
include antique stores, a
bookstore, restaurants, a
tearoom and contemporary
jewelry and home décor
boutiques. Exploring the
history of the town, The
Gate House Museum
and the
Historic Colored
Schoolhouse
provide an
educational experience for
all ages. The
Little Sykes
Railway
operates a 12-gauge
train that young children
can actually ride. Adding
to the sense of community
in Sykesville is a summer
concert series, a summer
Farmers’ Market, and lots
of events from Art & Wine,
Flower, and Apple Festivals,
to Railroad and Fall Festivals.
Sykesville’s preservation
efforts, Main Street shopping
and unique events earned
the Town the honor of being
named the “
2016 Coolest
Small Town in America
” by
Budget Travel. Stop by the
Old Main Line Post O ce
and Visitor’s Center
for
more information on what
there is to see and do.
Taneytown
www.taneytown.orgThe Tuscarora
Indians were the
earliest known
inhabitants in
the Taneytown
area, where they
hunted deer, otter, wolves,
and wildcats in the abundant
woodlands. With a long
history of rural settlement,
the City of Taneytown (1754)
and the surrounding area is
rich in historic landmarks
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