The Belair Mansion was home to Governor Ogle in the 1700s, and was owned by the Ogle family until 1871. Later it changed hands and was passed onto James Woodward, who added more wings to it. Finally purchased by the City of Bowie, the mansion underwent restoration to regain its original splendor. Presently this pretty edifice is embellished with period furniture and paintings. Most of its rooms are available to hold meetings and private functions.

This museum is steeped in history and it is ready to tell tales whenever you want to listen. It was built by Samuel Ogle in the early 18th century. Later, it underwent expansion and was inherited by the Woodward family. The Woodwards further converted it into a major racing and breeding ground. Presently, it enjoys its status as a museum and boasts of an interesting collection of racing memorabilia, carriages and so on. Call for more information.

Are you planning a holiday with your family? Or are you looking out for that well-equipped conference venue in a unique setting? Let your search end with the guidance of the knowledgeable staff at the Montgomery County Visitor Center. The office is located in the city of Rockville, which is the administrative center of the county. If you are looking out for information on the municipality, the local transportation facilities or just lodging, shopping and entertainment options, the team here will cater to your needs. You can even rely on them for suggestions on package tours, interesting landmarks or just the right venue to hold a corporate event. Check the website or simply drop by for details!

This Tourist Information Center is located on East Church Street. Being an encyclopedia on the county, it takes charge of guiding not just tourists but also locals. Whether you want to just get acquainted with the region or are looking for some lodging option, the knowledgeable staff at this office is always ready with information. So come here to find out about the Catoctin Mountain Park, the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, the shopping areas, the restaurants or any other landmarks.

Reggae, rap, pop, blues...you name it, it is performed here. Located bang in the heart of Towson city, the theater attracts crowds that sway to the numbers belted out by well-known groups. Its proximity to many shops, restaurants, a mall and a movie theater make this a veritable entertainment hotspot. A capacity for 700 may not seem like much, until it is full. Full service bars and a kitchen serving Maryland's best half-pound burger keep fans rocking. If contemporary music is your passion, this is the place to hit.

For the biggest and brightest local events, check out the schedule of the Wicomico Civic Center. Home to a variety of shows, the center is perfect for arranging conferences and trade shows. The Normandy Arena provides 35,000 square feet of exhibition space. Midway Room, Flanders and Danang provide a comfortable area for holding meetings. Some of the famous events that have been held here include the Monster Trucks & Thrill Show and legendary artists Bob Dylan and Def Leppard has played here. 

Zion Church is a quaint worship place, adorned with pretty stained glass windows. This is one of the few Lutheran churches in the state that still uses the red book for the English service. Services in German have been held since the last 250 years! German language courses are also offered for all levels. Ecumenical Communion is held on the first Wednesday of each month. Various other events like Spring Fest, May Fest and Garten Fest are conducted annually. The garden is supposedly one of the best green spots in the city. The beautiful Adlersaal (hall) can be rented for a private function.

With a large fleet at its disposal, Watermark Cruises is one of the largest boat-tour operators in the city. Choose between the Annapolitan II, Cabaret II, Catherine Marie, Harbor Queen, Lady Sarah and Miss Anne. Each of the boats is of a different size, and can accommodate between 2 to 250 persons. Hire any of them for your corporate entertainment, birthday, felicitation, wedding, private dinner, engagement, fund raiser, corporate, or anniversary party. The operator offers themes, such as 'Tastes of the Chesapeake', 'Riverboat Jazz', 'Casino Night', 'South of the Border',and 'Caribbean Luau'. Common destinations include Severn River, Baltimore Inner Harbor, and Chesapeake Bay Beach Club. You can also hop into a vessel at the City Dock in Annapolis on a public tour.

At the behest of the Ecclesiological Society, St. Lukes Church was established in the year 1857. You'll find the influence of Gothic architecture in the structure, as the society believed that worship was conducive only in such an environment. The first service began in November 1853. Since then this place has continued to be the venue for Episcopal meetings. If not, the service people do come to admire the beautiful features such as the tower, lancet and rose windows, buttresses and quatrefoil tracery.

In the late 1840's, a large number of Irish people migrated to Baltimore, to escape the Great Famine and this site commemorates their arrival and presence in the city. Come by to see where these immigrants lived and worked. Get a sneak peek into their lives through the five alley houses at the site, and visit B&O Railroad, where they worked. All these places are located at the same historical district. If your curiosity, about the immigrants, isn't satisfied, then visit other sites nearby like the Hollins Street Market and the Apostle Church and Cemetery.