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Maryland Heritage Area Grants to Boost Cultural Heritage Tourism in Garrett County: Projects Receive Funds from Maryland Historical Trust Heritage Program
Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA), a state heritage organization, awarded 50 matching grants totaling nearly $2.7 million to Maryland nonprofit organizations, local jurisdictions and tourism groups. The grants fund historic preservation, natural resource protection and educational programs in 13 state-designated Heritage Areas. By supporting capital projects and educational activities, the grants spawn renewed interest in Maryland culture from residents and visitors, boosting tourism-related jobs.
Three grant applications submitted by The Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area received funds. Jen Durben, Heritage Area & Groups Director said, “We had diverse applications from throughout our heritage area this year and we are excited to have three projects awarded in another round of very tough competition. More than 100 applications were submitted totaling over $5.6 million in requested funds. Garrett County received a total of $195,000 of the $2.7 million awarded. These grants will allow the recipients to create new resources and expand awareness of heritage here in Garrett County.”
Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is the official Management Entity for the Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area and provides the 1 to 1 match for the Management Grant. The Garrett County Heritage Area & Groups Director administers the Heritage Area Program and works with stakeholders by offering technical and grant assistance for heritage related initiatives that preserve valuable heritage resources and enhance tourism in the County.
Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area projects funded were:
· Highland Festival of Garrett County, Maryland, Inc. (Garrett County Celtic Festival) ($5,000) – PILOT Chautauqua Event: Celtic Roots
· Mayor and Town Council of Oakland, Maryland ($90,000) – Pedestrian Gateway
· Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area ($100,000) – Management Grant for management services of the certified heritage area with a goal to promote heritage tourism.
The Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area is a program of the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce which supports heritage tourism in Garrett County through technical assistance and grant opportunities with a focus on heritage related initiatives that preserve valuable heritage resources and enhance tourism in the County. As a state certified heritage area, effort is made to create public and private partnerships to preserve historical, cultural and natural resources focusing on under-utilized resources fostering a greater sense of community pride.
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is the largest professional business association in the region with 600 members representing every industry in the community. The mission of the Chamber is to organize, support and represent Garrett County’s business community in advancing common interests and additionally to promote Garrett County’s hospitality and recreation industry by attracting visitors to the county through comprehensive marketing. The Garrett County Chamber also serves as the Destination Marketing Organization and Heritage Area Management entity for the County.
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NEW LISTING: 1720 Pysell Crosscut Road
Check out my new listing near Deep Creek Lake!
Four Winds
A Frank Lloyd Wright inspired masterpiece at Deep Creek Lake.
Restored & renovated as recently as 2015, this home boasts 7600+sf on ~5 acres of mature hardwoods and seasonal lake views from the rooftop balcony.
Brazilian cherry floors, custom tile, gourmet kitchen, 3 fireplaces, game room, 5 garage stalls (3 attached) and so many other features.
This home is unique because it has four master bedrooms. The main master boasts two bathrooms connected by a sauna.
The outdoor space is incredible!
Four Winds is surrounded by mature trees that are over a hundred years old.
The large, back patio has a beautiful view and a wood-burning fireplace.
Truly a must see!
Call for more pictures and details!
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#ThrowbackThursday: Garrett County Resorts
Garrett County, Maryland has been a tourist destination for over a hundred years!
Check out these crazy cool historic resorts that used to stand in these very mountains!
Garrett County Fair
If you are in Deep Creek Lake from July 30 – August 6, you are in luck! The Garrett County Fair will be held right here on Mosser Road in McHenry, Maryland. Offering rides, agricultural contests, vendors of all kinds, and much more, the fair is not something to miss!
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Restaurant Directory
Ace’s Run Restaurant and Pub
20160 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-6688
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Alpine Lake
700 West Alpine Lake Drive
Terra Alta, WV 26764
(304) 789-2481
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Ari’s Pizza
446 Weber Road
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-4343
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Backbone Tavern
4676 George Washington Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-2393
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Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant
99 Fort Drive
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-6800
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Boardwalk Bar & Grill
609 Deep Creek Drive
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-5001
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Brenda’s Pizzeria
21311 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-1007
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The Casselman Hotel & Restaurant
113 East Main Street
Grantsville, MD 2136
(301) 895-5055
*Historic!
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China Wok
13327 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 501-2555
Cornish Manor Restaurant
830 Memorial Drive
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-6499
*Historic!
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Cornucopia Cafe
146 Casselman Road
Grantsville, MD 21536
(301) 895-8142
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DC’s Bar & Restaurant
296 Marsh Hill Road
McHenry, MD 21541
(Located at The Wisp)
(301) 387-4000
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Deep Creek Pizza
24450 Garrett Highway
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-6600
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Deep Creek Seafood
200 Quarry Road
Oakland, MD 21550
(240) 488-1042
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The Deer Park Inn
65 Hotel Road
Deer Park, MD 21550
(301) 334-2308
*Historic!
Dutch’s at Silver Tree
567 Glendale Road
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-0525
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Englander’s Antiques & Grill
205 E Alder Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 533-0000
Glazed & Confused Donuts
24450 Garrett Highway
McHenry, MD 21541
(814) 233-6055
JG’s Pub, Restaurant & Lounge
18553 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 1550
(301) 387-6369
Jubilee Diner
254 Maple Street
Friendsville, MD 21531
(301) 746-5252
Lakeside Creamery
20282 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-2580
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Ledo Pizza, Pasta, & Pub
24465 Garrett Highway (Suite 3)
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-6300
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Little Sandy’s
17730 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-9850
Long Branch Saloon & Motel
1527 Maryland Highway
Deer Park, MD 21550
(301) 334-4533
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Moonshadow Cafe
110 S Main Street
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 750-5094
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Mountain State Brewing Co
6690 Sang Run Road
McHenry, MD 21541
(410) 499-6344
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Oak-Mar Motel & Family Restaurant
208 North Third Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3965
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop
125 Casselman Road
Grantsville, MD 21536
(301) 895-5985
*Historic!
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Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
24586 Garrett Highway
McHenry, MD 21541
(Located in Market Square Shopping Center)
(301) 387-5800
Pine Lodge Steakhouse
1520 Deep Creek Drive
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-6500
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Savage River Lodge
1600 Mt. Aetna Road
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3200
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Smiley’s
72 Fort Drive
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-0059
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Sorellee’s
17869 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-2424
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Telli’s Deli
72 Fort Drive
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-6333
The Cornish Cafe
121 South 2nd Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(240) 488-1234
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Uno Chicago Grill Deep Creek
19746 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-4866
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Wendy’s Towne Restaurant
208 North 3rd Street
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3300
Towns of Garrett County- Deer Park, Maryland
Located about 5 miles south of Deep Creek Lake, Deer Park, Maryland is known for a historic resort hotel that once stood there. A small train town, Deer Park was a booming industry in the late 1800’s. The B & O Railroad dropped off many prestigious guests at the Deer Park Hotel for a fun, relaxing weekend in Mountain Maryland. In fact, President Grover Cleveland honeymooned here in 1886. The Deer Park Hotel is long gone, however, The Deer Park Inn Bed and Breakfast still offers an elegant French cuisine.
With a population just over 400 residents, Deer Park is once again ready for growth. With new sewer and water lines, the town is planning new construction projects and restoring historic buildings. For more information, please visit http://www.visitdeepcreek.com/pages/SouthernGarrettCounty.
FUN FACT: You know Deer Park Natural Spring Water? Yes, this is the same Deer Park! The popular bottled water comes from springs right here in Deer Park, Maryland.
