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  Havre de Grace, Maryland -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Havre de Grace is a city located in (Click link for more info and facts about Harford County, Maryland) Harford County, Maryland.
Havre de Grace is located at 39°32'54" North, 76°5'51" West (39.548412, -76.097554).
Out of the total population, 10.8% of those under the age of 18 and 9.8% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/h/ha/havre_de_grace,_maryland.htm   (476 words)

  
 Havre de Grace, Maryland
Havre de Grace is located in northeastern Maryland in Harford County at the confluence of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay.
Havre de Grace became known as the "Decoy Capitol of the World," because so many of the master decoy carvers live, lived, studied, or were affiliated with this town throughtout the years.
The Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace is a restored 1836 lock house on the Susquehanna River.
www.icity.net /cityguide/havredegrace.html   (1877 words)

  
 Havre de Grace, Maryland Attractions
The Havre de Grace Decoy Museum, located on the banks of the historic Susquehanna Flats, houses one of the finest collections of working decoys from the Chesapeake Bay and the Country.
Adjacent to the Havre de Grace City Yacht Basin and entrance to the Havre de Grace Promenade.
North Park is located adjacent to the Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace at the Lockhouse at Erie and Conesto Streets.
www.baydreaming.com /havredegraceattractions.htm   (786 words)

  
 Features: Town of the Week: Havre de Grace, Maryland: January 9, 1999
Havre de Grace has been a hub for commerce and recreational activities on the Upper Chesapeake Bay for more than 160 years.
Havre de Grace is the Southern terminal of the Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal, and the locktender's house is one of the town's many museums.
With a population of 12,000, Havre de Grace is located 39 miles northeast of Baltimore in Harford County.
www.notmuch.com /Features/Town/1999/01.09.html   (260 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Decoy Museum, home to one of the finest collections of working and decorative Chesapeake Bay decoys ever ...
Havre de Grace Decoy Museum, home to one of the finest collections of working and decorative Chesapeake Bay decoys ever assembled
Located on the banks of the historic Susquehanna Flats, the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum houses one of the finest collections of working and decorative Chesapeake Bay decoys ever assembled.
The museum was established in 1986 as a private, non-profit institution existing to preserve the historical and cultural legacy of waterfowling and decoy making on the Chesapeake Bay.
www.decoymuseum.com   (278 words)

  
 Welcome to HdG Maritime Museum   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, situated where the Susquehanna River meets the Chesapeake Bay, tells the story of this region’s rich maritime heritage.
In 1782, the Marquis de Lafayette is said to have looked down over the town as he rode along the Post Road and commented that it was a charming harbor of “havre de grace”.
Founded by a historically-minded group of local citizens, the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum was incorporated in 1988 as a private, not-for-profit, educational institution dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, and interpretation of the maritime skills and heritage of the Lower Susquehanna River and Upper Chesapeake Bay.
mywebpages.comcast.net /museum/history.html   (155 words)

  
 Sea Kayak Susquehanna River Havre de Grace Maryland to Rock Run Museum
Starting from historic Havre de Grace, a city with many museums of its own, a 5.5 mile up stream paddle in the Susquehanna River beside a long abandoned barge canal will bring you to the Rock Run museum.
Overall project coordination is now provided by a local non-profit group, the Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenways, Inc. The goal of the project is to protect open space along the river, develop a series of looping trails, stimulate tourism and compatible business opportunities in the towns, and encourage Smart Growth in the region.
A pedestrian river crossing is being studied at various locations, including the abandoned piers between Havre de Grace and Perryville.
www.seakayak.ws /kayak/kayak.nsf/NavigationList/NT0001DC52   (1080 words)

  
 Susquehanna State Park History   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
With mule drawn barges plying its waters, the Susquehanna and Tidewater was a major commercial waterway until 1889 when the combined efforts of railroad competition and a flood forced its closing.
Members of the association are admitted into the museum and special events free of charge, receive the monthly newsletter "Steppingstones," attend an annual members dinner and work on various committees to plan museum programs and functions.
Susquehanna State Park is located three miles northwest of Havre de Grace off Route 155 in Harford County.
www.dnr.state.md.us /publiclands/susquehannahistory.html   (1268 words)

  
 Havre de Grace, Maryland Events   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, Havre de Grace, Md. 10 a.m.—5 p.m.
Havre de Grace Middle and High Schools and the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum.
Stroll the streets of Havre de Grace and listen to live music placed throughout downtown.
www.baydreaming.com /havredegraceevents.htm   (348 words)

  
 Susquehanna Whitewater Park Alliance
Havre de Grace has passing by it's shores what seems like all the water in the world.
Do this and Havre de Grace will have a world class attraction on it's banks.
Whitewater features would be determined by the length of the course with the last playable hydraulic created as the water from the course returns to the river.
www.swwparkalliance.com /havredegrace.asp   (597 words)

  
 usalights.com - East Coast Lighthouses - Mid-Atlantic Region
One of the most interesting and unique historic structures in Havre de Grace is the Concord Point Lighthouse.
Polygonal in shape, the lense is 36" high with a diameter of 14".
The first lighthouse keeper was an Irish immigrant, John O'Neill (1768-1836), who immigrated to Havre de Grace in 1786.
www.usalights.com /midatlantic/concord.htm   (383 words)

  
 Decoys From Bodt Decoys by Bryon Bodt, Wooden Waterfowl Decoys, Gunning Decoys, Hunting Decoys, Working Decoys, Havre ...
Bryon's enthusiasm was sparked by his father's interest in antique decoys and hunting in the Havre de Grace area.
In 1994, Bryon was named the Volunteer Carver of the Year by the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum for his work with school groups.
Bryon is a life member of the Izaak Walton League of America, the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum and the Upper Bay Museum.
www.bodtdecoys.com /bio.htm   (489 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Tourism -- Harford County, Maryland Travel and Trips   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
"Havre de Grace Women in the War of 1812" lecture sponsored by Susquehanna Museum of HdG, free to the public.
"Havre de Grace Women of the 19th Century" lecture sponsored by Susquehanna Museum of HdG, free to the public.
"Havre de Grace Women of the 20th Century with Special Emphasis on Cornelia Meigs - Author of Over 40 Children's Books" lecture sponsored by Susquehanna Museum of HdG, free to the public.
www.hdgtourism.com /calendar.html   (2515 words)

  
 The Avenue Stained Glass
We are a family owned and operated business, located in historic Havre de Grace Maryland, which is situated on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanna River, in Harford County.
If you've never visited Havre de Grace, you are missing out on a great little town.
Ellie publishes a paper "Lockhouse to Lighthouse - A Day-Tripper's Guide to Havre de Grace Maryland." Her paper is a great source of information for upcoming and past events, and includes many entertaining articles.
www.theavenuestainedglass.com   (339 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Tourism -- Harford County, Maryland Travel and Trips   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Havre de Grace Tourism -- Harford County, Maryland Travel and Trips
Havre de Grace offers the authentic Chesapeake Bay experience and pleasant way of life on the water's edge.
Fresh seafood and fine dining are always served with a smile in Havre de Grace.
www.hdgtourism.com   (154 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Decoy Museum, home to one of the finest collections of working and decorative Chesapeake Bay decoys ever ...
Held at the Decoy Museum and the Havre de Grace Middle and High Schools.
Celebrate the evolution and growth of the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum.
Held at the Bayou Restaurant, Havre de Grace, MD 6:00p.m.
www.decoymuseum.com /special.html   (363 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 75th year of serving local businesses and the community in 2003.
The Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce is the oldest Chamber in Harford County.
Learn more abut the Greater Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce.
www.hdgchamber.com   (140 words)

  
 Joseph L. Cook - Decoys   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
I migrated to Havre de Grace in 1990.
In 1995, I was honored as the "Volunteer Decoy Carver Of The Year" by the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum.
Due to the location of Havre de Grace, mid-way between NYC and Washington, D.C., travelers from around the world visit our city.
www.carvers.net /cookjl.htm   (394 words)

  
 Guest house The White House of Havre de Grace Maryland
Welcome to The White House of Havre de Grace.
It is a guest house located in the historic downtown area, on a tree lined street, about a block from the Susquehanna River.
The White House of Havre de Grace, Maryland is a guest house, providing lodging and a getaway with privacy in the historic town of Havre de Grace, Maryland, located in Harford County not far from Baltimore, MD and Washington, D.C. Havre de Grace, well known for decoy carvers, has a Decoy Museum.
www.whitehouseofhavredegrace.com   (276 words)

  
 Susquehanna State Park
The mill, mansion and toll house are open for tours on weekends starting in May and continue until the end of September.
DIRECTIONS: Susquehanna State Park is located three miles northwest of Havre de Grace off Route 155 in Harford County.
Location - The park is in Harford County, three miles northwest of Havre de Grace, off RT.
www.dnr.state.md.us /publiclands/central/susquehanna.html   (1419 words)

  
 Spencer Silver Mansion bed and breakfast inn - Havre de Grace, Maryland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Built in 1896, the Spencer-Silver Mansion offers the perfect lodging while visiting historic Havre de Grace and the upper Chesapeake Bay region.
Havre de Grace, Concord Point Lighthouse, Havre de Grace Decoy and Susquehanna Museums, Susquehanna State Park, seafood festival, art show and Christmas candlelight tour.
Please inquire as to which Associations this inn is affiliated.
www.travelguides.com /inns/full/MD/6920.html   (194 words)

  
 Bulle Rock
Each hole is a masterpiece of its own and the course routing lends a feeling of being on the golf course by yourself.
The breathtaking vistas of Havre de Grace have long made this haven a popular vacation destination.
The world-renowned Bulle Rock Golf Course, the Chesapeake Bay, the tranquility of every day-this is a place that deserves more than a brief visit.
www.bullerock.com   (179 words)

  
 Investment Antiques - Havre de Grace, Maryland
Investment Antiques - Havre de Grace, Maryland - Stained Glass Windows, Vintage Architectural, Bars, Mantels, Country Tables and Cabinets, Carousel Horses and more.
Conveniently located off I 95 in historic Havre de Grace Maryland, Investment Antiques has been specializing in exceptional, fine quality antiques for over thirty years.
Our 40,000 square foot building is filled with vintage architectural pieces including doors, gates, newell posts, fireplace mantels, hardware, and vintage clawfoot bath tubs.
www.investment-antiques.com   (194 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Girls Lacrosse
We are working with The Havre de Grace High School Women's Lacrosse Program to bring the Harrow Solo Lacrosse stick to you at $125, retail of $178.
Practice times will be determined by the coaches and will be held behind the Havre de Grace Middle School unless instructed otherwise by your coach.
Girls should come prepared to play with weather/field appropriate footwear, mouthguard(will be furnished X 1 by the league), stick and water.
www.hdggirlslax.com   (830 words)

  
 Havre de Grace, Maryland
Starrk Moon is an authorized P&H Sea Kayak Centre, one of the world's finest sea kayaks from England.
The Havre de Grace location offers kayak rentals, lessons, and trade-ins are welcome.
Curves for Women is located at 502 Warren Street in Havre de Grace.
www.usastar.com /i95/cityguide/havredegrace.htm   (2087 words)

  
 Decoys by Capt. Bob Jobes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
...Born and raised in Havre de Grace, MD, nationally known as "The Decoy Capital of the World", Captain Bob has spent the last 30 years of his life carving decoys.
Captain Bob also is a charter member of the Havre de Grace Museum.
Bob exhibits his decoys at most of the major decoy shows throughout the U.S. His decoys can be found on display along with other masters of the art at the "Havre de Grace Decoy Museum".
www.tricountyi.net /riverside/bobjobes.html   (907 words)

  
 Harford Vista! - Harford County's local gateway to the Internet
County Councilwoman of District F, she has a paralegal background, and seems to have a hand in all the local public issues, although for the most part she works quietly in the background.
A native Harford Countian and a computer security specialist at APG, she was elected to the Havre de Grace City Council in 2001.
Born in New York, but a Marylander for over 30 years, she is a former licensed childcare provider.
www.harfordvista.com /main   (887 words)

  
 Welcome to the Harford County Maryland Government Website
Former Havre de Grace Mayor David R. Craig was sworn in July 7th as the sixth Harford County Executive succeeding James M. Harkins, who resigned to become director of Maryland Environmental Services.
Chosen by the Harford County Council earlier this week, as directed by the County Charter, Craig has spent nearly 30 years in public service having worked as a public school teacher and administrator, a State Delegate and State Senator and was elected mayor of Havre de Grace in 1985, 1987, 2001 and 2005.
Since the County Charter bars the executive from holding a second job, Craig has resigned his position as an assistant principal at Southampton Middle School and as mayor of Havre de Grace.
www.co.ha.md.us   (516 words)

  
 Lantern Queen - Riverboat Cruises in Havre de Grace, MD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Lantern Queen - Riverboat Cruises in Havre de Grace, MD The 140 passenger Lantern Queen is a replica of the famous Mississippi River Boats of old.
Our U.S. Coast Guard inspected vessel is operated by the knowledgeable and licensed Captain Jack Morey who is ably assisted by his experienced crew and staff.
Relax while you enjoy the sights of historic Havre De Grace, the Susquehana River and the waters of the majestic Chesapeake Bay.
www.lanternqueen.com   (237 words)

  
 Havre de Grace Maryland Travel - Travel in Havre de Grace, MD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
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