There are endless historic places in Maryland, especially when it comes to the eastern shore area. That’s where you’ll find the Harriet Tubman Byway, and along that byway is the following historic general store in Maryland. This place has been open since before the Civil War and you can still tour it today. Read on, and consider seeing this fascinating spot in person.
Bucktown General Store is one of the oldest general stores in the United States. You’ll find it at 4303 Bucktown Road in Cambridge, Maryland.
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This old store dates back to the 1830s and it’s known as being an important piece of history when it comes to Harriet Tubman.
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Sometime between 1834 and 1836, teenage Harriet Tubman tried to assist an enslaved man inside of the store. She took the enslaved man’s side rather than help the overseer re-capture him.
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Filled with rage, the overseer threw a two-pound weight, hitting Tubman in the head. This caused a skull fracture, and she was left with health problems, mainly epilepsy, the rest of her life due to the blow.
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Because of the incident that occurred here, Buckman General Store is also known as the place of Harriet Tubman’s First Stand. Although Tubman was hurt in the process, the events are said to have inspired her to keep helping people, no matter the cost.
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Today, you can tour Buckman General Store by appointment only, and we recommend a visit. The store is filled with centuries-old antiques…
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…many of which are labeled so you know what their purpose was in the 1800s.
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Entering the store is like a step back in time, and it’s an inspirational place to soak in the atmosphere. Learn more by visiting the website linked below, and stay inspired.
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Learn more about this historic general store in Maryland, including the address, donations, and more. To book a tour (available by reservation only), call (410)-901-9255.
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For more historic landmarks to explore, head to Annapolis. This city in Maryland has historic buildings on nearly every corner, AND every single one on the list is available for tours.
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Address: Bucktown General Store, 4303 Bucktown Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613, USA
