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suddenly disappeared never to be heard from again. Isaac Parsons purchased his farm in 1854 and began a new period of building. Parsons built a home, a general store, a sawmill, and a gristmill. The town soon forgot the name Johnson’s Fork and adopted the name of the enterprising Mr. Parsons.
Pittsville, MD
Named for William Pitts president of the Wicomico and Pocomoke Railroad, it was once a major strawberry-growing area, but is now better known for pine-bark prods, ornamental iron, and collections of holly and evergreens in December. In addition to various antique shops, Pittsville is home to a restored railroad station, which doubles as a museum.
Quantico, MD
www.wicomicotourism.org
The oldest town in Wicomico, this quaint village was originally an old Nanticoke Indian village named, “The Dancing Place.” Quantico features interesting architectural styles in several older houses, some dating from the late 18th and early 19th-centuries. The entire town is listed as an historic district. It’s noted as the town where Methodism had its earliest beginnings and a Methodist chapel was erected here in 1784.
Salisbury, MD
www.ci.salisbury.md.us
Founded in 1732, Salisbury is the largest
city on the eastern Shore and is Wicomico County’s seat. Its location at the head of the Wicomico River, a navigable waterway leading to the Chesapeake Bay, was a major factor in its growth. Even in the 1800s its promoters dubbed it the “Hub of Delmarva” for its central location. Founded as a river port, it remains
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an active transportation hub with the second most active airport and water port in Maryland.
Sharptown, MD
Sharptown was recognized as a settlement about 1769 and was first incorporated in 1874. The discovery of thousands of spears and arrowheads in the area indicates Indians once inhabited it. Between 1865–1890 its greatest activity and prosperity came from
a great demand for the wooden workboats, yachts, and schooners built in Sharptown. This community on the Nanticoke River has a beautiful beach area and is host to several fishing tournaments throughout the year.
Whitehaven, MD
www.wicomicotourism.org
This tiny 17th-century village, a birders’ paradise, sits along the banks of the Wicomico River. The ferry, the longest running in America, has been operating for more than 300 years. The Historic District of Whitehaven was once a bustling shipbuilding and canning center. The shipwright’s
touch may still be seen in most structures, including the Whitehaven Hotel, One-room Schoolhouse, and United Methodist Church, all preserved with the help of the Whitehaven Heritage Association. Call 410-873-2618 for events and information.
Willards, MD
Willards was named for Willards Thompson, an executive of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. This quaint community, laid out in a circle, boasts a wonderful country church with beautiful stained glass windows, a campground, and an original railroad station that also once served as the local post office.
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Whitehaven Hotel
Downtown Salisbury