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Located on the banks of the Chester
River in Kent County, Maryland,
Chestertown sits at the northeast side of a peninsula that juts into the Atlantic
Ocean. Yacht clubs, parks and a vast range of outdoor recreational activities
are popular in the area. Many animal species coexist because of the unique mix
of salt and fresh water, making birdwatching a favorite activity. Hundreds of
years of history also create allure for this Maryland town. The unusual architecture
of Hynson-Ringgold
House (not open to the public) places it among the town's finest historical
buildings. Visitors can also discover history by attending the Chestertown
Tea Party reenactment that occurs each Memorial Day weekend. Founded in 1782,
Washington
College, the tenth oldest liberal arts college in the country, is another
must-see. Additionally, the annual September fall Candlelight
Walking Tour allows the public a peek into the many impressive homes of Chestertown.
Today a leisurely walk down the city's cobbled streets unveil old-fashioned ice
cream parlors, antique shops, bed and breakfasts, art galleries, fine dining and
much more.
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