ALCO Visitor Guide 2025 Paperturn - Flipbook - Page 37
THE IRVIN ALLEN MICHAEL CRESAP MUSEUM
THRASHER
CARRIAGE MUSEUM
19015 Opessa Street SE, Oldtown
19 Depot Street, Frostburg
301.724.4339 • alleganymuseum.org
136 Main Street, Westernport
240.410.7502
westernportheritagesociety.org
A rare and extensive collection of
horse-drawn vehicles dating to the
late 1800s and early 1900s.
Explore railroad and local tri-town
history at two museums located
in Westernport, MD.
WESTERNPORT RAILROAD
STATION MUSEUM AND PARK
WILLS CREEK MUSEUM
AND TOUR CENTER
117 Maryland Avenue, Westernport
240.410.7502
westernportheritagesociety.org
28 Washington Street, Cumberland
410.299.0481 • willscreekmuseum.org
Home built in 1764 by Captain
Michael Cresap, one of Allegany
County’s first-born settlers.
THE WOMEN’S CIVIC CLUB
AT THE MAGRUDER HOUSE
515 Washington Street, Cumberland
301.722.6099 • wccofcumberland.com
A historic Gothic Revival home
located on Washington Street,
managed by the Women’s Civic Club.
Explore railroad and local tri-town
history at two museums located
in Westernport, MD.
WILLIAMS COMMUNITY MUSEUM
Featuring exhibits on the French
and Indian War and Indigenous
Peoples of Appalachia.
Finding Community
in Cumberland
Rebecca and Tom Ferleman
When Rebecca and Tom Ferleman arrived in Allegany
County, they expected a short-term escape. Relocating
during the COVID pandemic, they settled in a small home in
Georges Creek, planning to return to their fast-paced lives in
Montgomery County, MD. But Cumberland had other plans.
“We stopped at a local shop downtown, said hello, and
before we knew it, people were inviting us into their homes.
That warmth was unlike anything we had experienced.”
That moment sparked a realization—Cumberland wasn’t
just a place to visit; it was a place to belong. With remote
work offering flexibility, they made it home. After years
surrounded by neighbors they barely knew, here,
friendships formed instantly. “All it takes is a few moments
to say hello, and suddenly, you’ve got a dozen real friends.”
HIDDEN GEMS:
George’s Creek Library and Allegany
County Historical Society.
Transitioning from visitors to locals had its surprises.
Adjusting to a slower, more connected lifestyle was both
a challenge and a gift. “In D.C., we barely paused to
engage. Here, we learned to slow down and appreciate
the community.” They missed big-city conveniences at
first but soon found new favorites—artisan cheeses,
handcrafted wines, and “the best bacon we’ve ever
had” from a small butcher.
Now, they channel their love for connection into The
Ferleman Gallery and Gallery Stage, a gathering place
as much as an art space. “We wanted to create a spot
where people share stories and build friendships, just like
we did when we arrived.”
MUST-TRY EXPERIENCE:
A live show at Gallery Stage or
Cumberland Theatre.
ADVICE FOR NEWCOMERS:
“Meet people, listen to their stories, and
get involved. Friendships here happen
quickly but run deep.”
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