Cambridge Time Machine: Along the Choptank
The Choptank River is a major tributary of the Chesapeake Bay that is known for its rich history, significant agricultural watershed, and ecological importance, especially for blue crabs and oysters. It’s characterized by tidal waters, extensive farmland, and a mix of natural and developed areas, with restoration efforts focused on improving water quality. It was […]
Cambridge From the Couch: Where Maryland Slows Down
For 18 years, I lived in Takoma Park, so close to Washington, D.C., that you can cross into the city without realizing it. The streets are crowded, the cultures layered, and the sense of connection constant. For seven years, I’ve lived in Cambridge, on the edge of the Choptank River, where the pace is set […]
Cambridge Time Machine: FDR Honors the Choptank Bridge
President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s yacht Sequoia passed through the brand-new Emerson C. Harrington Bridge in Cambridge on October 26, 1935. Read all about it here.