Annapolis
Moving to Annapolis, Maryland? Annapolis, the capital of Maryland, is 350 years young. It is a vibrant city, proud of its charming colonial heritage, while offering visitors the latest in dining, accommodations, shopping and entertainment.
Annapolis is home to the United States Naval Academy and St. John’s College, a liberal arts college with a history going back to 1696. Annapolis is well known as a center of sailing and boating in the Mid-Atlantic. Our neighborhood of Eastport, across the bridge from downtown Annapolis, retains much of its old maritime character, showcased at the Annapolis Maritime Museum.
Annapolis has some of the finest examples of colonial homes, including the Hammond-Harwood House and theCharles Carroll House. We have a rich African-American history. We honor those who arrived as slaves, including Alex Haley’s ancestor, Kunta Kinte, at the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation Memorial and the heritage of the Maryland African American community at the Banneker-Douglass Museum.
Annapolis is about much more than history. It is town that has everlasting charm. There are several public parking garages in and about town and you really should make use of one of them. Annapolis is best enjoyed on foot.
At the bottom of the hill, sits the waterfront. Personal craft large and small use the docks. Warm weather evenings are filled with laughter, conversation and music as the boat owners enjoy friends watching the boat watchers pass by. The air is filled with a hint of bay seasoning. Think crabs. Buddys is just up the block and Maryland’s version of picking and grinning occurs nightly. Don’t mind the brown paper table covering, grab a mallet and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay’s finest.
It doesn’t matter the time of day that you visit, if you stop in at Chick and Ruths on Main Street, breakfast is served. You can dine in booths where Don Shaffer (former politico big wig), Bob Erhlich (another big shot) and I have eaten many a meal. The deli is an institution and every visitor creates a life long memory.
There are many other restaurants in and around the area from Ruth’s Chris to the world famous Boatyard Bar & Grill. Annapolis has something to please every palate. If you would like a little quality entertainment with your meal, you have to visit the Ram’s Head. Of course, check the schedule and see who’s playing. They are sold out on many nights. If you are lucky enough to get a table, the meal is wonderful but the treat is the intimate setting used by the artists.
Of course, any information about Annapolis has to include nearby Quiet Waters. It is a park setting that offers a place for meetings, conferences and weddings. It is incredibly beautiful year round. One of the hidden secrets involves the art that is often on display. Local artisans hold showings here and many capture Annapolis so wonderfully that you leave owning original art.
One other event that takes place nearby in the Fall is the Renaissance Festival. Rennfest, as locals call it, is held over a series of weekends. You can walk the grounds, enjoy an elephant ride, watch a magic show, be serenaded by wandering troubadours and feast on fried turkey legs. It is a great family (all day) affair.
Annapolis, the State Capitol, has much to offer. It is a fun place to visit and a great place to live. If you would like more information about Annapolis and the surrounding area…CONTACT ME . I love the town and would welcome the chance to help you make it a home.
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