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Current Scoop on the Vintage Loop

Download the Vintage Loop Map here! Captain Harvey's Antiques , once a country store, is chock full of irresistible antiques and collectibles—photo courtesy of Captain Harvey's. Carve out time this weekend (though at least a full day is recommended) to browse the repurposed, antique, vintage…

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Annapolis Boutique Shopping

With temperatures warming up, it's time to refresh your wardrobe for spring. Annapolis is home to many shopping choices, but especially boutiques. Supporting locally-owned small businesses is always a good idea and when you can score some fantastic new pieces, it's a win-win. Check out a boutique or…

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Top 25 Things To Do In Annapolis

Welcome to the historic city of Annapolis, Maryland! Listed below are the top 25 things to do in the city, according to the many visitors who filter through our Visitors Center each year. This city is a captivating destination that exudes charm through its history as one of America's oldest cities…

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Uniquely Annapolis & Anne Arundel County

Perhaps more distinctive than our iconic State House Dome and intrinsic nautical history are our inspiring traditions, festivals, attractions, and quirks that make visiting Annapolis and Anne Arundel County even more charming and quintessentially unique than you can imagine! Let's explore! May Day…

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The BWI Entertainment District

It’s a safe bet the time is right to finally organize that weekend away with your buddies. Buckle up and land the plane with a trip to the BWI region and surrounding entertainment district—loaded with places to stay, things to do, and ways to get around, a weekend in this accessible locale is your…

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Winter in Annapolis, Plan Your Holiday Escape

Winter in Annapolis brings a mystical charm to our historic, brick-laden streets. Consistently ranked as a Top Christmas destination year after year, and with the Best Holiday Lights Display in Maryland at Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis is the perfect holiday town for a…

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Happy Fall Y'all, October is here!

As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to fall, Autumn makes itself known along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. In October, Annapolis & Anne Arundel County always has something to do. The picturesque Annapolis waterfront comes alive with the sight of sailboats & powerboats from around the…

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Fall Festivals in Anne Arundel County

You may not know it if you drive straight into Annapolis from one of the major interstates, but Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are home to a diverse and rich agricultural community. There are 381 farms and over 28,000 acres of farmland in Anne Arundel County alone, and thankfully, many of them…

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The Woodwinds, Sailing into Spring

Bears aren't the only ones who hibernate throughout the winter. As soon as the birds begin to chirp and the flowers begin to blossom, the boats around Annapolis find their way out of their plastic shrink wrap and into the cold waters of the Chesapeake Bay. The Woodwinds are 74-foot schooners…

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