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Brian K. Grim: Buit in 1911, City Hall celebrated its Centennial in 2011. City Hall is home to a one of a kind mural, painted around the marble rotunda, depicting General George Washington and General Braddock.
Brian K. Grim: "Jack's," as called by locals, offers unique pizzas and a menu of local favorites. The bar offers one of the largest selections of beers available in the area.
108 W Harrison St (btwn S Centre and S George), Cumberland, MD
Ice Cream Parlor · 34 tips and reviews
Brian K. Grim: This isn't ice cream - it's custard, and it's amazing! A full food and coffee menu is available, but ask anybody who's visited Cumberland and they'll know the "ice cream" served at the Creamery!
Brian K. Grim: George Washington actually slept here! The headquarters of the General and later President rests in Riverside Park, open to public visits. It was original to Fort Cumberland.
Brian K. Grim: A historic gothic style church is built on the former site of Fort Cumberland. Using the trenches of the former fort, it is also the very end of the Underground Railroad, tunnels still existing there
Brian K. Grim: A must see because of the architecture, the courthouse features gargoyles perched high above and a lawn that includes a statue of General George Washington.
Brian K. Grim: The city stadium! This stadium build in the late 1930's, is home to two city high schools, and a rivalry known across the nation, drawing up to 13,000 people. Turf and millions in recent renovations!
Brian K. Grim: The Baltimore Street bricked pedestrian mall is the hub of Downtown Cumberland hosts many large annual events including Friday After Five concerts, tree lighting, Times Square South New Years Eve, etc
Brian K. Grim: The city's central and largest park, Constitution Park offers everything from a swimming pool to playgrounds, summer programming, a duck pond, and the 4th of July fireworks display!
Brian K. Grim: The newest city park, this site has been transformed into a community and neighborhood park, featuring leisure outdoor locations and playground equipment for children!
Brian K. Grim: One of the city's largest employers, the CSX railyards bring hundreds of thousands of trains through Cumberland annually. This spot is where all of the tracks converge in South Cumberland.
Brian K. Grim: A historic building on the Downtown Cumberland Baltimore Street Pedestrian Mall now houses the Emporium, which features historic, unique, and interesting gift and collectible items!
57 N Liberty St (Cumberland City Hall), Cumberland, MD
Meeting Room · 1 tip
Brian K. Grim: The Office of the Mayor in City Hall is the largest office in the building and serves ceremonial purposes as well as a working office for the Mayor. City historic artifacts are on display.
Brian K. Grim: This site is accessed by foot and displays sheer cliffs and a beautiful overlook. Folklore claims that two Native Americans in love dove off of this cliff when their marriage was forbidden.
Brian K. Grim: A local and tourist favorite, offering traditional foods and bar choices, "The Grill," as dubbed locally, also offers a mouth watering Chicken Chesapeake Sandwich!
Brian K. Grim: The Dingle was historically a gated neighborhood of the city, where many of the most notable and wealthy resided. Today, the historic gates are gone, but the residences are magnificent!
Brian K. Grim: The "Blue Bridge" crosses over the Potomac River, one hundred feet from Will's Creek and connects the City of Cumberland to Ridgeley, West Virginia.
114 S Centre St (btwn Pershing St and W Harrison St), Cumberland, MD
Sports Bar · 9 tips and reviews
Brian K. Grim: A large bar and restaurant, Mezzo's offers a full menu of foods to be shared. Mezzo's is located conveniently in Downtown Cumberland, less than a block from the Creamery.
Brian K. Grim: A Georgetown style restaurant, Oscar's is a local favorite and is located in South Cumberland, away from most other dining in Downtown Cumberland.
Brian K. Grim: A classy Italian restaurant, Ottavian's is located in the heart of Downtown Cumberland. A full menu of Italian favorites makes this a local and tourist favorite.
Brian K. Grim: Allegany Museum is located in a former and historic post office and features a large selection of local and national historic artifacts ranging from transportation to pre-historic exhibits.
Brian K. Grim: Dedicated in 2011, this monument marks the beginning point of the nation's first federally funded highway, the National Road, built initially in 1811.
Brian K. Grim: Home to many animals available for adoption, the shelter maintains animal populations and provides local residents with low cost pet opportunities!
Brian K. Grim: A staple of Cumberland! Curtis' and Coney Island, formerly two hot dog favorites in Downtown Cumberland, are now in one location. Grab a local favorite weiner at Curtis' Coney Island.
Brian K. Grim: Everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to the largest loose candy selection in the area, the Fruit Bowl offers great cooking vegetables and fresh products.
Brian K. Grim: Located at Canal Place, the Crabby Pig offers a great menu of drinks as well as seafood and other delicious dishes. During the summer, experience the live entertainment while you dine.
Brian K. Grim: A primary railroad route out of Cumberland, this bridge now hosts the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad excursion through Cumberland, to Frostburg, as well as a hiking trail.
31 Washington St (at Prospect Square), Cumberland, MD
Library · 15 tips and reviews
Brian K. Grim: The largest Allegany County Library, this historic building was once connected via underground tunnel to Emmanuel Episcopal Church and offered another escape route for the Underground Railroad.