Centreville in Queen Anne's County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Byway Destinations
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 3, 2022
Few places portray the intimate connections between land and water better than Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Each place has different stories to tell—present in the wetlands, wharves, fields, homes, shops and churches.
Stevensville
Lovers of 19th-century history and architecture will find Stevensville a worthwhile stop along the byway. Christ Church (c. 1880) is a fine example of Gothic architecture, while the Old Stevensville Post Office (c. 1870), which served the community until 1952, is not home to the Kent Island Heritage Society. They Cray House (c. 1809) is a rare example of post and plank construction. Talking Tour and Historic Stevensville will guide you to all 23 stops in this historic district. Pick up a copy of the guide in one of Stevensville's restaurants or other local businesses.
Centreville
Named for its central and easily accessible location, Centreville was incorporated in 1794 and is the seat of Queen Anne's County. Pre-Civil War and Victorian era styles decorate the town with vivid history. Notable examples of 18th-century architecture include Wright's Chance, the Tucker House, and Providence Farm, which features one of the earliest surviving examples of a gambrel roof in the Tidewater area.
The courthouse, located on the central green, is the oldest courthouse in continuous use in the State of Maryland, with operations dating back to 1796. Visit the Centreville Landing for a look at homes built by the sea captains and maritime merchants who shaped the economy of the Corsica River area.
Church Hill
The town of Church Hill grew around a 1698 water mill, the foundation of which can be seen along Route 19. St. Luke's Church (c. 1732) is located on the hill that gave the town its name.
The Church Hill Theatre, built in 1929 as a movie house, was saved from demolition in the 1980s and now regularly hosts theatrical productions.
Chestertown
Chestertown has been a Royal Port of Entry, the scene of its own Revolutionary protest over imported tea (1774), and a hub of trade, farming and cultural life. Stroll back in time by visiting Kent County's historic courthouse (c. 1860), Emmanuel Church, Fountain Park, the Charles Sumner G.A.R. Hall, the Geddes-Piper House (a Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network site), Washington College (founded 1782), and numerous 18th-century structures located throughout the historic Chestertown. Visit the Kent County Visitor Center for a copy of the Walking Tour of Historic Chestertown Guide.
Rock Hall
Officially established in 1707, Rock Hall is an important port of call that offers visitors numerous opportunities to experience
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 3, 2022
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion • Colonial Era • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1952.
Location. 39° 4.164′ N, 76° 2.92′ W. Marker is in Centreville, Maryland, in Queen Anne's County. Marker can be reached from Bloomfield Farm Lane just east of Church Hill Road (Maryland Route 213), on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Centreville MD 21617, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named Byway Destinations (here, next to this marker); Welcome to White Marsh Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Centreville Wharf Living Shoreline (approx. 1.6 miles away); The Wharf: Adventure and a Link to Life on the Water (approx. 1.6 miles away); Liberty Tree Memorial (approx. 1.7 miles away); Shuttled By Ship (approx. 1.8 miles away); Centreville Wharf (approx. 1.8 miles away); John Ozmon: Captain of the Sea and Entrepreneur (approx. 1.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Centreville.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 4, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 485 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 4, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.