National Register Listings in
Talbot County, Maryland

All Saints' Church Anchorage, The Barnaby House BILLIE P. HALL (log canoe) Cannonball House CLAUDE W. SOMERS Clay's Hope Compton Crooked Intention E.C. COLLIER Easton Historic District EDMEE S. (log canoe) EDNA E. LOCKWOOD (Chesapeake Bay bugeye) ELSWORTH FLYING CLOUD (log canoe) HILDA M. WILLING Hope House ISLAND BIRD (log canoe) ISLAND BLOSSOM (log canoe) ISLAND LARK (log canoe) JAY DEE (log canoe) Jena KATHRYN KATHRYN (Chesapeake Skipjack) Llandaff House MAGGIE LEE MAGIC (log canoe) Miller's House MINNIE V Myrtle Grove NELLIE L. BYRD NODDY (log canoe) Old Bloomfield Old Inn, The Old Wye Church Orem's Delight Otwell Oxford Historic District PERSISTENCE (log canoe) RALPH T. WEBSTER REBECCA T. RUARK RELIANCE (Chesapeake Bay skipjack) Rock Clift ROVER (log canoe) RUBY G. FORD S. C. DOBSON (log canoe) Saint Michaels Mill SANDY (log canoe) Sharps Island Light Sherwood Manor SIGSBEE St. John's Chapel of St. Michael's Parish St. Michaels Historic District STANLEY NORMAN Tidewater Inn Troth's Fortune Victorian Corn Cribs VIRGINIA W Wilderness, The Wye House Wye Town Farm House
Maryland played a pivotal role in the American Revolution: Maryland was the site of several important battles during the American Revolution, including the Battle of Camden, the Battle of Cowpens, and the Battle of Yorktown. Additionally, Maryland's own soldiers played a crucial role in the war effort, including the famous "Maryland 400" who held off a British attack at the Battle of Long Island in 1776.
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Talbot County, located on the eastern shore of Maryland, has a rich and storied history dating back to the early 17th century. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Nanticokes and the Choptanks, who lived off the land and thrived on fishing and agriculture.

In 1661, Talbot County was officially established by an Act of the Maryland General Assembly, named after the state's first provincial governor, Cecilius Calvert, 2nd Baron Baltimore, also known as Lord Baltimore. The county quickly became an important center for trade and commerce, with thriving industries such as shipbuilding, tobacco farming, and oyster harvesting.

During the Revolutionary War, Talbot County played a significant role in the fight for independence. The county saw both loyalist and patriot sentiment, with many residents actively joining the armed forces to fight against British rule. Talbottonians also played a crucial role in the struggle for civil rights, with prominent African American leaders such as Frederick Douglass inspiring local communities to advocate for equality and justice.

Today, Talbot County stands as a place that seamlessly blends its rich history with its natural beauty. Visitors can explore its many historical landmarks, including charming colonial towns, stately mansions, and museums that showcase the area's vibrant past. The county continues to be a hub for agriculture, aquaculture, and tourism, attracting visitors who appreciate its wonderful blend of tradition and modernity.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Talbot County, Maryland.

  • 1661 - Talbot County is established as part of Province of Maryland
  • 1677 - First courthouse is built in the town now known as Easton
  • 1706 - Oxford becomes the first town incorporated in Talbot County
  • 1711 - Trappe becomes the second town incorporated in Talbot County
  • 1731 - St. Michaels becomes the third town incorporated in Talbot County
  • 1783 - Frederick Douglass is born in Talbot County
  • 1810 - Easton becomes the fourth town incorporated in Talbot County
  • 1822 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is founded in St. Michaels
  • 1864 - Harriet Tubman leads the Combahee River Raid during the Civil War
  • 1963 - Freedom Riders are arrested and jailed in Easton during the Civil Rights Movement