Historical Marker
In recognition
Historical marker location:
106 S. Main Street, North East, Maryland
( Memorial is on S. Main Street (Maryland Route 272), on the left when traveling south.)
The Chesapeake Bay is a crucial part of Maryland's history and economy: The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States, and it has played a crucial role in Maryland's history and economy. The bay has been a major source of food, transportation, and recreation for Marylanders for centuries, and it continues to be an important part of the state's culture.