Art is an integral part of our heritage. The Lower Eastern Shore is full of regional and cultural examples, much of it inspired by our landscapes and the animals that inhabit it. Two of our museums place a special emphasis on our historic art.
Churches and other places of worship dot our landscape. Many of them are open to the public as historic sites or museums so come explore one of the key aspects of American culture and our community!
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Julia A. Purnell Museum:
The Jullia A. Purnell Museum showcases artifacts and memorabilia reflecting the history of Worcester County, women's art, and heritage. Here, daily life exhibits and the needle art of Julia LeCompte Purnell are displayed 208 W Market St, Snow Hill |
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Museum of Eastern Shore Culture:
Projected to open by the end of 2024, MESC will showcase the cultural heritage and traditional art of the the region 218 W Main St, Salisbury |
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Charles H. Chipman Cultural Center:
With ties to a building dating back to 1838, the John Wesley Methodist Episcopal Church was incorporated in 1876. It was abandoned for a period until local educator Charles Chipman and his wife Jeanette purchased the building and converted it into a center for Black history in Salisbury 325 Broad St, Salisbury |
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Saint Martin's Church:
Erected for Worcester Parish between 1756 and 1763, this church was the second building to house the St. Martin's congregation at the site. After falling out of use in the 19th century, the restored church now operates as a museum as well as venue for events and weddings 11413 Worcester Highway, Showell |
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Whitehaven Methodist Church:
Built in 1892 by Whitehaven's shipwrights, this church has since been in integral part of the Whitehaven community. Today, it hosts community meetings, is part of the historic Whitehaven village self-guided walking tour, and is available as an event venue Church St, Whitehaven/Quantico |
