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Georgetown
Explore the beautiful architecture, rich history and vibrant commercial life that Georgetown offers. Step back in time by riding a reproduction canal boat pulled by mules as it travels along the canal through the old warehouse district of Georgetown. The National Park Service offers walking tours of this historic town and boat rides throughout the summer months. For more information, click here. For information about the Georgetown Civil War Walking Tour, click here. | History | Towpath Towns | Brunswick | Cumberland | Ferry Hill | Great Falls Tavern | Georgetown | Hancock | Williamsport | The Canal Arrives at Cumberland | |
Established
in 1751, Georgetown flourished as a tobacco port
until the middle of the 19th century. Because of natural obstructions
to transportation further up the Potomac River, the Chesapeake and
Ohio Canal began its 184.5-mile journey to the reaches of Western
Maryland here.