Easton

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Easton, situated on Maryland's Eastern Shore, is about an hour and a half away from both Baltimore and Washington, DC. Yet a large number of people make the commute from Easton to these metro areas everyday across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. So, what's the appeal? Many folks find the quality of life in Easton well worth the trip. It was ranked number eight in Norman Crampton's 100 Best Small Towns in America and number 45 in John Villani's 100 Best Small Art Towns in America. So maybe those commuters are on to something.

Easton has an exciting arts scene and plenty of amenities for a town of its small size. But these amenities serve not just Easton but a much wider population of the Eastern Shore. This is a role the city has been filling for almost its entire history.

The town was originally founded as Talbot Courthouse but was later renamed Easton. Due in large part to the number of government offices and courts located in the town, it was known as the "East Capital" of Maryland. Today its history is reflected in the wide variety of eighteenth and nineteenth century architecture.

But you can enjoy more than just the architecture in Easton. Shops, restaurants, museums, galleries, and Bed and Breakfasts line the city's streets. Although, Washington Street is the town's Main Street, other businesses can be found along Goldsborough and Dover Streets. Easton has a quiet, small town feel to it complete with a public park in the center of it all on Washington Street.

Retail Hours

Some shops are open seven days a week. However many stores are closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Attractions

The Historical Society of Talbot County (25 South Washington Street, 410-822-0773) offers a museum with exhibits on the local history of the area. Tours of nearby historic homes and gardens are also featured.

The Avalon Theatre (40 East Dover Street, 410-822-7299) is the heart of the arts scene in Easton and some would say all of the Eastern Shore. Here you can watch a wide variety of live music from singer-songwriters to symphony orchestras. You can also take in a play or an independent film.

Tips

If you make the trip all the way out to Easton, don't forget to stop by St. Michaels as well.

Directions

Easton is about 70 miles from either Baltimore, Maryland or Washington, DC and 113 miles from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

From Baltimore, take I-97 south to U.S. 50 east/301 north. From Washington, take U.S. 50 east until it merges with U.S. 301 north. Continue on U.S. 50/301 across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge until the two routes split. Follow U.S. 50 east towards Ocean City. Follow U.S. 50 for about 18 miles. Turn right on Goldsborough Street and keep straight until you reach downtown.

From Philadelphia, take I-95 south to Delaware exit 4A for Delaware Route 1 towards Christiana. Take exit 136 for Middletown Odessa Road (Delaware Route 299) and head right. Turn left at Middletown Warwick Road (U.S. 301) and travel about 37 miles. Take the exit for Maryland Route 213 south and turn left. Follow Centreville Road (Maryland Route 213) for about four miles. Turn left at U.S. 50 (Ocean Gateway) and follow for 12 miles. Turn right on Goldsborough Street and keep straight until you reach downtown.

External Links

www.eastonmd.org

Directory

Accessories

Andrea's Papillon (21-A North Harrison Street, 410-820-4925)

Antiques

Tharpe House Antiques and Decorative Arts (28 South Washington St., 410-820-7525)

Apparel

Berrier (7 East Dover Street, 410-819-0657)
Irish Traditions (35 North Harrison Street, 410-819-3663)
Lizzy Dee (20 Goldsborough Street, 410-770-4374)
M. Randall & Company (17 North Harrison Street, 410-820-4077)
Skirtin Around (111 North Harrison Street, 410-822-9591)
Trade Whims (15 North Harrison Street, 410-822-9610)

Arts and Crafts

The Clay Bakers (1 North Washington Street, 410-770-9091)
Yarn & Company (9 North Harrison Street, 410-770-9388)

Books

Crackerjacks Toys and Childrens Books (7 South Washington Street, 410-822-7716)
Harrison Street Books (27 South Harrison Street, 410-819-0000)

Children's

Trade Whims (15 North Harrison Street, 410-822-9610)

Coffee and Dessert

CoffeeCat (1 Goldsborough Street, 410-690-3662)
Hills Drug Store (32 East Dover Street, 410-822-1234)
Olde Towne Creamery (9-B Goldsborough Street, 410-820-5223)

Dining

Darnell's Grill & Catering (22 North Harrison Street, 410-770-5534)
General Tanuki's (25 Goldsborough Street, 410-819-0707)
Jin Jin Chinese Restaurant (6 North Washington Street, 410-820-0011)
Lazy Lunch (28 South Washington Street, 410-770-3447)
Martini's Restaurant (14 North Washington Street, 410-820-4100)
Mason's (22 South Harrison Street, 410-822-3204)
Out of the Fire (22 Goldsborough Street, 410-770-4777)
Portofino Ristorante Italiano (4 West Dover Street, 410-770-9201)
Scossa Restaurant and Lounge (37 East Dover Street, 410-819-0330)

Florists

Murdoch Gardens (4 North Washington Street, 410-822-2778)

Framing

Lu-Ev Framing Shop and Gallery (25 East Dover Street, 410-822-5770)

Galleries

Chesapeake Bay Heritage Gallery (5 North Harrison Street, 410-770-3663)
Grafton Galleries (32 East Dover Street, 410-822-8922)
Little Green Gallery (19 Goldsborough Street, 410-822-5959)
Lu-Ev Framing Shop and Gallery (25 East Dover Street, 410-822-5770)
Sharp-Mayer Fine Art Gallery (130 South Washington Street, 443-822-0204)
South Street Art Gallery (5 South Street, 410-770-8350)
Troika Art Gallery (9 South Harrison Street, 410-770-9190)

Gift Shops

Irish Traditions (35 North Harrison Street, 410-819-3663)

Home Furnishings

Dwelling & Design (13 Goldsborough Street, 410-822-2211)
Trade Whims (15 North Harrison Street, 410-822-9610)

Jewelry

Irish Traditions (35 North Harrison Street, 410-819-3663)
Shearer the Jeweler (22 North Washington Street, 410-822-2279)
Westphal Jewelers (19 North Harrison Street, 410-822-7774)

Pets

Jake's Pet Boutique (15 North Harrison Street, 410-822-2660)

Pharmacies

Hills Drug Store (32 East Dover Street, 410-822-1234)

Sporting Goods

Albright's Gun Shop (36 East Dover Street, 410-820-8811)
Bunker Skateshop (7-A Goldsborough Street, 410-770-4451)

Stationary

Temptations (5 East Dover Street, 410-819-3600)

Taverns and Clubs

NightCat (5 Goldsborough Street, 410-690-3662)

Toy and Games

Crackerjacks Toys and Childrens Books (7 South Washington Street, 410-822-7716)