St. Mary's County Maryland Visitor Guide 2025 - Magazine - Page 11
SHOPPING
Shop
AROUND
TOWN
Fill your car with favorite finds to
remind you of your stay in St. Mary’s!
Delight in the
Thrill of the Hunt
Browsing The Apple Basket in Mechanicsville
is a St. Mary’s must-do. Find the treasures of
your dreams among the gifts and antiques that
fill this century-old shop. You’ll find something
new every time you visit!
Discover a mix of old and new items at
Cecil’s Country Store in California, from
upcycled furniture to antique collectibles
to Maryland-specific souvenirs. Walk across
the street to Cecil’s Old Mill and shop at
Herring Creek Furniture for one-of-a-kind
pieces made from local lumber and reclaimed
materials. The store also features local artwork,
including paintings, sculptures, woodworks,
and photography. Learn about the location’s
unique history while you’re there!
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Plan a Special Trip
You’ll feel inspired before you even walk
through the door of Shepherd’s Old Field
Market in Leonardtown—the market’s
colorful exterior lets you know you’re in
for a treat. Browse an eclectic mix of more
than eighty independently-owned shops,
services, and eateries!
Explore a fun mix of vintage, antique,
and salvaged items at The Vintage Source
in Compton, open Saturdays and Sundays
every third weekend (except June and
December, when they’re open the second
weekend of the month).
Admire the unique creations of Southern
Maryland artists, crafters, and growers at
Keepin’ It Local in Morganza—you’ll find
everything from local meats and cheeses
to woodworking products and jewelry.
Select handcrafted goods from local artists
while taking in views of Breton Bay at
the open-air Coastal Arts Market along
Leonardtown Wharf every third Saturday from
April through October, weather permitting.
Sip & Shop
Gather your friends and book a tea party
(hats provided!) at The Cottage Boutique
in Charlotte Hall. After you finish your scones,
browse the store’s extensive collection of
looseleaf tea and home accents.
Our museums
have great
gift shops!
SHOP THROUGH
ST. MARY’S
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