Dorchester County Historical Society

Dorchester County Historical Society Since 1953, DCHS has endeavored to preserve and curate the history and culture of our great county. The website offers a video tour of the Nelid Museum.

LaGrange Plantation is home to the Dorchester County Historical Society, which seeks to preserve and share the history of Dorchester County, Maryland. To this end, the society operates several museums and an archive. The circa 1760 Georgian Meredith House displays decorative arts pieces and artifacts pertaining to the seven Maryland governors. The Neild Museum presents local agricultural life from

colonial times onward. The Goldsborough Stable presents transportation and trade artifacts. The workshop of Ron Rue, noted hunting decoy maker; a historic food storage structure and smokehouse; our garden follows a historical name each year. among the themes are Native American, First Settlers, and African American will be on the site. The plantation offers exhibits, period rooms, and a historically styled garden. Located on the eastern shore of MD, museum includes exhibits on the Native Americans and the canning and seafood industry, come check us out for more information

05/27/2026

Can’t wait to see Ampersand perform on our campus June 27 to celebrate American 250th!

05/24/2026

Join us July 3! Tickets available at dorchesterhistory.com

05/24/2026

Tickets now available at dorchesterhistory.com
Click the “Book a Tour” button!

Stay tuned for announcements of our upcoming Summer events and programs celebrating America 250!
05/23/2026

Stay tuned for announcements of our upcoming Summer events and programs celebrating America 250!

We were pleased to welcome “littles” from the Country School today. Thanks to our wonderful volunteers, who spoke about ...
05/21/2026

We were pleased to welcome “littles” from the Country School today. Thanks to our wonderful volunteers, who spoke about Indigenous artifacts, native peoples’ lore/customs, and Colonial chores & games! If interested in scheduling a field trip, or summer a summer visit, for your little learners please contact us as [email protected] Huzzah!

With Summer fast approaching there are 3 Ways to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. 1.) Wed, June 3: 7p-9p- Historic Le...
05/18/2026

With Summer fast approaching there are 3 Ways to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

1.) Wed, June 3: 7p-9p- Historic Lecture “Old line State. FREE Program with South Dorchester Folk Museum! (Donations appreciated)

2.) Sat, June 27: 11am-3p- Living History Music with “Ampersand” https://ampersandmusic.org
ONLY $5 donation suggested for admission!
All ages welcome!

3.) Friday, July 3: 11am -7p-
“Voices on the Shore: Generations” Concert.
Children’s activities during the day and historic cocktails at night!
*Tickets available online starting May 22.
$20 online in advance, $25 at the door.
Families encouraged to attend.

With Memorial Day approaching and visiting publicarriving. From A to Z Dorchester is “packed” with history! While our Co...
05/16/2026

With Memorial Day approaching and visiting public
arriving. From A to Z Dorchester is “packed” with history! While our Collections are housed in Cambridge, there is at least a few historic objects, made by or donated by residents of each one of the towns shown here. What historic artifact of at least 60 years or older do you think might represent the heritage and culture of ‘local’?! Please share.

Views from inside the Smoke/Strong House located on the 1003 Greenway Drive Historic Campus.
05/12/2026

Views from inside the Smoke/Strong House located on the 1003 Greenway Drive Historic Campus.

“It’s a lovely day for tea”. There are still some seatings available at 2pm today for Children’s Tea. Tickets Available ...
04/25/2026

“It’s a lovely day for tea”. There are still some seatings available at 2pm today for Children’s Tea. Tickets Available online: at dorchesterhistory.com Don’t miss out!

Earlier today, our Executive Director travelled to OCMD, and the Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition an...
04/24/2026

Earlier today, our Executive Director travelled to OCMD, and the Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival. Presenting “Sailors’ Superstitions of the 19th Century”. With a full event schedule over the weekend check out more information on their website. https://wardfdn.org/museum-events/2026-ward-world-championship/ Heritage Art is Alive on the Eastern Shore!

Address

1003 Greenway Drive
Cambridge, MD
21613

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+14102287953

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