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HANCOCK, MARYLAND
(Washington County)
BUSINESS DIRECTORY

MISSION STATEMENT
The objective of this organization shall be to promote businesses and tourism in the Town of Hancock,
Maryland and its immediate environs; to foster the development of existing businesses and attract new
businesses to the Town of Hancock; to strengthen the ties between Hancock area businesses and various
Federal, state, and local governmental organizations, Chambers of Commerce, and private organizations in
furtherance of the interests of the membership.

Photos courtesy of Sam Judge - Cycling on the WMRT
New map for Western Maryland Rail Trail or C&O Canal Tow Path now available
send address to
info@hancockmd.com or call 301-678-5900
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RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO THE WMRT IN THE HANCOCK AREA:
Welcome banners have been installed on decorative poles with local business sponsors names.
Covered pavillion with picnic table in Joseph Hancock Jr Park- Access ramp to Joseph Hancock Jr
Park - Restooms - Pavement improvements at Taney Street and WMRT
ON THESE HOT SUMMER DAYS REMEMBER TO KEEP YOUR WATER BOTTLES FILLED
FRESH WATER AVAILABE AT THE BIG POOL ENTRANCE TO THE WMRT AT THE AC&T
CONVENIENCE STORE AND IN HANCOCK AT THE C&O BIKE SHOP OR AT OTHER
RETAIL FACILITIES IN TOWN
Photo by Sam Judge
Additional improvements during the next few months will be the installation of more bike racks,
picnic tables, benches, primitive camp sites and rail signage.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
WIDMEYER PARK-HANCOCK
6 PM - 9 PM
CLICK FOR DETAILS
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HANCOCK MUSEUM AND VISITOR CENTER
42 WEST MAIN STREET
Operating Hours
Mon - Tues - Thur - Fri
10am - 4 pm
Saturday - 10am - 3pm
Sunday - Noon - 3pm
CLOSED WEDNESDAY
PHONE: 301-678-6236

Main Street Museum with wild animal display - Photo by Sam Judge
USE THE FOLLOWING
LINK TO LET US
KNOW YOUR
SUGGESTIONS
OR COMMENTS
info@hancockmd.com |
WESTERN MARYLAND
RAILTRAIL EXTENSION
SUPPORTERS
Details |
MARYLAND MUNICIPAL
LEAGUE GEOCACHE TRAIL
A State Wide Treasure Hunt
with your hand-held GPS
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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
TOWN OF HANCOCK

Congratulations to Recipients of Scholarships
Pepsi donated $1,000 toward college scholarships to students
submitting essays on what it means to grow up in Hancock.
2005 Recipients
JORDAN APPEL & MATTHEW BEAL
2006 Recipients
JENNIFER WILLISON & DYLAN SHIVES
2007 Recipients
TYE SOUDERS & DUSTIN HULL
2008 Recipients
DANNY MAUK & RICHARD STRONG
2009 Recipients
DAVID WELLER & JILL HELMSTETTER
2010 Recipients
DYLAN RINKER & MARIAH PECK
Click here to read the essays
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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Congratulations to Recipients
2009 - Kelsey White
2010 Applications available at
Hancock Middle/ Senior High School
Guidance Counselor's Office
or e-mail info@hancockmd.com
for copy
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CLICK ON HISTORIC HANCOCK
FOR PICTURES OF THE
HANCOCK AREA SUBMITTED
TO THE HERALD MAIL
BY AREA PHOTOGRAPHERS
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Farmer's Market Details
AUGUST 4-7
The Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association (CVVFA) annual convention includes a golf tournament at Whitetail Golf Resort, meetings, training, a memorial service, and a picnic. During Friday’s Presidents Council Meeting, leaders from all the state firemen associations get together to discuss what is going on in their respective states. A banquet on Friday night includes the installation of new CVVFA officers. The convention concludes with a parade in Hancock that begins at noon on August 7.
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5th Annual Photo Contest Details
SUBMIT PHOTOS BY
31 AUGUST
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SEPTEMBER 18-19
WIDMEYER PARK
Details
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Sideling Hill Geological
Site on Interstate 68 West of
Hancock |
HANCOCK VISITOR CENTER
HISTORIC BOWLES HOUSE
National Park Service
C&O Canal
Hancock, Maryland
Exit 3 I-70
Hours of Operation
Friday through Tuesday
9am - 4.30pm
Closed - Wed and Thur
Museum open Memorial Day through 31 October |

THE BOWLES HOUSE
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Click here for: Maryland's 157 "The Incorporated Cities and Towns"
LINK TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR HANCOCK, MD - STATISTICAL DATA & DEMOGRAPHICS
HISTORICAL LINK TO ORCHARD INDUSTRY IN HANCOCK AND LOCAL AREA
AND LINK TO MARYLAND HISTORICAL MARKERS IN HANCOCK AREA - Click here
HANCOCK MAIN STREET PHOTOGRAPHS - Click here
HANCOCK, MARYLAND

Hancock,
Maryland is a quaint locale that brings the ideal of Small Town
America to life. The folks are friendly, the businesses are mostly
owner and family operated, and the great outdoors are literally
in our backyard. Our town is a crossroads for several major highways.
We are centrally located and easily accessible to Interstates 70 & 68 and U.S. Routes 522 & 40. We're pleased to be part
of the distinction that U.S. Route 40 has been given as the "All-American
Road."
Hancock is nestled at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains
of Western Maryland along the banks of the Potomac River. We are
minutes away from the borders of Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Hunting and fishing in the area has been a long standing tradition.
Bicyclists, skaters, walkers, joggers, and natures lovers utilize
the C&O Canal towpath and the Western Maryland Rail Trail, both
just parallel to Hancock's Main Street. Camping, horseback riding,
and boating also lend to Hancock's reputation for year round outdoor
recreational experiences.
As the saying goes, "It's always the quiet ones that
you have to watch," and that stands true for the town of Hancock.
For two and a half centuries we've been geographically positioned
to witness the history of U.S. travel, commerce, and culture unfold.
Now we'd like to share our heritage with you. An active Historical
Society, Arts Council, and Chamber of Commerce, along with numerous
churches and civic organizations, reflect our people's commitment
to community. We love this picturesque Mason-Dixon Line town with
its sense of nostalgia that is a complement to the revitalization
improvements made by the town government. We hope this web site
tour will result in a personal tour and visit to Hancock, Maryland.
The
Hancock Chamber of Commerce has developed this web site for
several reasons. Naturally we wish to let you know about the area
businesses that are here to serve you. But whether you are a visitor
to the area, or a resident of the town or surrounding communities,
we hope that this web site will serve as a reference guide for recreational
activities and attractions of all kinds.
We invite your comments and suggestions. Please contact
us with revisions and updates for local events. If you have any
questions that have not been answered we will be happy to assist
you. Thanks for stopping by, and come again.
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