DelmarvaLife Small Town Series – Episode 2: Princess Anne
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Sitting at the head of the Manokin River, the namesake of royalty. Today we shine the spotlight on Princess Anne in Somerset County, a town established in the 18th century that is rich in history, and memories. In the 21st century, Princess Anne is attracting business owners from around the world. Princess Anne is a short drive from just about anywhere on the Peninsula.
Not far from downtown Princess Anne, you’ll find the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, or UMES. A historically black college, it’s also a teaching, research, and doctoral institution that has come a long way since opening its doors in 1886. We take a tour of the campus to see how the university is preparing students for a successful future in more ways than academically.
If the walls could talk at The Washington Inn and Tavern, they would have a lot to say. Built in 1744, it was once a frequent stop for President George Washington. Today, the historic establishment is newly remodeled, but still full of the charm of the 18th century.
