| div cl | | | | or a Neil Simon comedy stop in town. Of the three |
| Cumberland Maryland, nestled in the | | | | traditional marquee front type venues in downtown |
| âNarrowsâ of the Western | | | | alone, the Cumberland Theatre hosts professional |
| Maryland mountainside, is an up and coming travel | | | | casts performing drama, comedies and musicals |
| destination for those looking for exciting dining, | | | | scheduled June through December. Call 301-759-4990 |
| shopping, sightseeing, arts, theatre and outdoor | | | | for more information. Also check out what is playing |
| activities. A quaint and historic city, Cumberland, also | | | | at the Palace Theatre or the New Embassy Theatre |
| known as the âQueen Cityâ, has a | | | | as well as at the areaâs half dozen or more |
| rich history stretching back to early American history; | | | | performing arts arenas. During the summer months |
| at one time a stronghold for Union forces during the | | | | many outdoor performing arts events are presented |
| American Civil War and later evolving into a major | | | | downtown and at Canal Place. |
| industrial and transportation hub. Once the second | | | | Go on a history kick. History abounds at every turn |
| largest city in Maryland (after Baltimore), Cumberland | | | | and alleyway as you explore Cumberland Maryland. |
| went into a period of decline as industries closed, | | | | For the history buff at heart, visit the single log cabin |
| jobs were lost and the city had to reinvent itself. | | | | that was George Washingtonâs |
| Now, Cumberland is a vibrant urban center enjoying a | | | | headquarters located on Greene Street a short walk |
| renaissance in part due to a growing arts, theatre | | | | from downtown. There are many museums to |
| and tourism community. In addition, Cumberland has | | | | choose from, themselves hosted in historic buildings |
| become a destination for outdoor enthusiasts | | | | and former grand residences, offering an abundance |
| anchored by a the cities geographical position at the | | | | of views into Cumberlandâs past. Recently |
| center the Great Allegheny Passage biking and hiking | | | | relocated to Baltimore Street in downtown |
| trails which connects Washington, DC to Pittsburgh, | | | | Cumberland is the Allegany County Museum. Explore |
| PA. The growing popularity of biking on the trail has | | | | the many exhibits highlighting Cumberlandâs |
| seen a niche support industry born in the area | | | | past industrial, transportation and cultural history. |
| catering to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts looking | | | | Canal Place is a good starting point to get oriented |
| for tours, hiking and biking equipment as well as | | | | and offers historical markers and information |
| related supplies. Beyond tourism, which is arguably | | | | throughout the complex. The National Parkâs |
| becoming Cumberlandâs next major industry, | | | | Visitor Center, located on the 1st floor of the |
| the region is also a growing hub for medical care, is | | | | Western Maryland Railway Station at Canal Place, |
| the seat of the Allegany County Government and is | | | | offers maps, brochures and additional information |
| home to many regional businesses based in the | | | | about sites in the area. |
| downtown and surrounding area. Cumberland | | | | Bike the C&O Canal and Great Allegany Passage. |
| Maryland Things to Do Cumberland Maryland is rich in | | | | People from all over now come to the Cumberland |
| options that can suit any taste, budget or lifecycle. | | | | region to enjoy the hundreds of miles of biking trails |
| The Cumberland region offers all the amenities | | | | and paths. The most popular trail is the Great |
| including first class hotels, spas, golf courses, outdoor | | | | Allegheny Passage which marks the transition from |
| adventures, shopping, dining and culture. Spend a day | | | | the C&O Canal tow path to the rail trail section of |
| or stay a week just to try and explore it all. | | | | the passage. Experience the beauty and sights riding |
| Visit an Art Gallery or Museum. In addition to | | | | through the Narrows, Helmstetterâs Curve, |
| traditional Art Museums, Cumberland now offers first | | | | Bone Cave and Brush Tunnel as you make your way |
| class art galleries displaying works from local, regional | | | | between Cumberland and Frostburg. Many local |
| and national artists. At last count more than 20 | | | | businesses offer tours, guides and bike rentals. |
| galleries displaying visual art call the Cumberland region | | | | Shop until you drop. Whether its window shopping or |
| their home. Baltimore Street in Downtown | | | | youâre on a mission to buy out the town, |
| Cumberland is the hub of the local art scene but | | | | Cumberland Maryland will not disappoint. Antiques, |
| galleries can also be found along its side streets, at | | | | keepsakes and collectables are almost a natural |
| Canal Place and in the nearby college town of | | | | resource in this region and as a result you can find an |
| Frostburg. The Saville Gallery, operated by the | | | | antique or collectables store at almost every corner. |
| Allegany Arts Council, is located in downtown | | | | Explore the side streets off Baltimore Street in |
| Cumberland and displays a wide variety of artwork | | | | downtown Cumberland as well as the main drag in |
| including photography, painting, ceramics and more. | | | | Frostburg. If youâre looking for more |
| Call 301-777-2787 for more information and schedules. | | | | modern items; art stores, souvenirs and clothing |
| Buy tickets and enjoy an evening of theatre. | | | | boutiques abound. Country Club Mall in La Vale serves |
| Donât be surprised if you see some | | | | up the national chain names to round off your |
| Broadway type shows such as Fiddler on the Roof | | | | shopping excursion. Visit explorecumberland. |