Preserved buildings usa in North East, Maryland

Huntington Park, located at 9695 Clocktower Lane in Columbia, Maryland, is part of Blandair Regional Park. The park is divided into three sections: North, West, and East, each offering a variety of recreational activities. In case of inclement weather or program status updates, visitors can call 410-313-3673 for information. The history of the land dates back to the time when Susquehannock and Piscataway tribes used the area for hunting and seasonal camps. European settlers, including Puritans, Quakers, and Catholics, later arrived seeking religious freedom. The land was owned by several families, including the Weems and Mayo families who had enslaved people living and working on the property.

Chesapeake Wooden Boat Builders School, located on West Walnut Street in North East, Maryland, is a unique institution dedicated to preserving the lifestyle of the waterman and hunter of the Upper Chesapeake Bay. Established in 1989 in partnership with Harford Community College, the school aims to teach wooden boat building skills using easily accessible materials to uphold the maritime heritage of the region. The school's evolution has been marked by the completion of over 155 boats and canoes since its inception. Classes meet year-round on Tuesday nights, demonstrating the instructors' dedication to passing on their knowledge. Adult students can choose from five different areas of focus, including the Model Shop for building scale model boats and the Community Education Program, which showcases the school's wooden boats at various events throughout the Chesapeake Bay area.