Mid-Shore Volunteer Fire Departments

Kent County and Chestertown at a Glance

Kent County is a treasury of early American history. Its principal towns and back roads abound with beautiful old homes and historic landmarks.

The area was first explored by Captain John Smith in 1608. Kent County was founded in 1642 and named for the shire in England that was the home of many of Kent’s earliest colonists. When the first legislature assembled in 1649, Kent County was one of two counties in the colony, thus making it the oldest on the Eastern Shore. It extended from Kent Island to the present boundary.

The first settlement, New Yarmouth, thrived for a time and, until the founding of Chestertown, was the area’s economic, social and religious center.

Chestertown, the county seat, was founded in 1706 and served as a port of entry during colonial times. A town rich in history, its attractions include a blend of past and present. Its brick sidewalks and attractive antiques stores, restaurants and inns beckon all to wander through the historic district and enjoy homes and places with architecture ranging from the Georgian mansions of wealthy colonial merchants to the elaborate style of the Victorian era.

Second largest district of restored 18th-century homes in Maryland, Chestertown is also home to Washington College, the nation’s tenth oldest liberal arts college, founded in 1782. Washington College was also the only college that was given permission by George Washington for the use of his name, as well as given a personal donation of money.

The beauty of the Eastern Shore and its waterways, the opportunity for boating and recreation, the tranquility of a rural setting and the ambiance of living history offer both visitors and residents a variety of pleasing experiences. A wealth of events and local entertainment make a visit to Chestertown special at any time of the year.

For more information about events and attractions in Kent County, contact the Kent County Visitor Center at 410-778-0416, visit www. kentcounty.com or e-mail tourism@kentcounty.com. For information about the Historical Society of Kent County, call 410-778-3499 or visit www.kentcountyhistory.org/geddes.php. For information specific to Chestertown visit www.chestertown.com.

Dorchester County:

Rescue Fire Co.- P.O. Box 766, Cambridge, MD 21613 · 410.228.1670 Neck District Vol. Fire Co.- 954 Cook Point Rd., Cambridge, MD 21613 · 410.228.2434 Church Creek Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 16, Church Creek, MD 21622 · 410.228.4156 East New Market Vol. Fire Depart. - P.O. Box 280, East New Market, MD 21631· 410.943.3663 Hurlock Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 178, Hurlock, MD 21643 · 410.943.3110 Madison Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 23, Madison, MD 21648 · 410.228.8703 Eldorado Brookview Vol. Fire Dept. - 5752 Rhodesdale-Eldorado Rd., Rhodesdale, MD, 21659 · 410.943.4004 Secretary Volunteer Fire Dept. - 115 Myrtle St., Secretary, MD 21664 · 410.943.3545 Taylors Island Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 277, Taylors Island, MD 21669 · 410.397.3524 Vienna Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 5, Vienna, MD 21869 · 410.376.3319 Lakes and Straits Vol. Fire Co. - 2103 Farm Creek Rd., Wingate, MD 21675 · 410.397.8154

Talbot County:

Oxford Fire Co. Inc. - 300 Oxford Rd., Oxford, MD 21654 · 410.226.5110 Trappe Vol. Fire Co. Inc. - P.O. Box 86 Trappe, MD 21673 · 410.476.3535 St. Michaels Fire Depart.,Inc. - 1001 South Talbot St., St. Michaels, MD 21663 · 410.745.9393 Cordova Vol. Firemens Assoc. - P.O. Box 102, Cordova, MD 21625 · 410.364.5400 Easton Vol. Fire Dept. - P.O. Box 851, Easton, MD 21601 · 410.822.4848 Tilghman Vol. Fire Co. Inc. - P.O. Box 297 Tilghman, MD 21671 · 410.886.2101 Queen Anne – Hillsboro Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 226, Queen Anne, MD 21657 · 410.364.5612

Caroline County:

Federalsburg Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 99, Federalsburg, MD 21632 · 410.754.7400 Preston Vol. Fire Co.- P.O. Box 44, Preston, MD 21655 · 410.673.7874 Denton Vol. Fire Co. - 400 South Fifth Avenue, Denton, MD 21629 · 410.479.2121 Ridgely Vol. Fire Dept. - P.O. Box 425, Ridgely, MD 21660 · 410.634.2424 Greensboro Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 307, Greensboro, MD 21639 · 410.482.8420 Goldsboro Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 35, Goldsboro, MD 21636 · 410.482.6196 Queen Anne Hillsboro Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 226, Queen Anne, MD 21657· 410.364.5612

Queen Anne’s County:

Kent Island Vol. Fire Dept. - 1610 Main St., Chester, MD 21619 · 410.643.5454 Grasonville Vol. Fire Dept. - 4128 Main St., Grasonville, MD 21619 · 410.827.8100 Queestown Vol. Fire Dept. - 7110 Main St., Queenstown, MD 21658 · 410.827.8377

Goodwill Vol. Fire Co., Inc. - 212 Broadway, Centreville, MD 21617 · 410.758.1422 Church Hill Vol. Fire Co., Inc. - 316 Main St., Church Hill, MD 21623 · 410.758.6552 Sudlersville Vol. Fire Co. - 203 N. Church St., Sudlersville, MD 21668 · 410.438.3155 Crumpton Vol. Fire Dept. - 300 3rd Street, Crumpton, MD 21628 · 410.778.6100 United Communities VFD - 9406 Romancoke Rd., Stevensville, MD 21666 · 410.643.1162

Kent County:

Betterton Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 235, Betterton, MD 21610 · 410.348.5678 Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 296, Chestertown, MD 21620 · 410.778.3434 Galena Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 189, Galena, MD 21635 · 410.648.5050 Community Vol. Fire Dept. - P.O. BOX 255, Millington, MD 21651 · 410.928.3171 Rock Hall Vol. Fire Co. - P.O. Box 577, Rock Hall, MD 21661 · 410.639.7888

Donations made directly to Volunteer Fire Companies are always gratefully received and are a tremendous help. All donations over $2 are tax-deductible on your Federal Tax Return.

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