Archaeologists detail 30-year effort to reconstruct and interpret Saint Mary's City chapel An archaeologist with Historic Saint Mary's City outlined decades of excavation, the reconstruction of a seventeenth‑century Jesuit chapel on its original foundation, the recovery and reinterment of lead coffins, and how the site will display original fabric and burials to visitors.

After 30 years of dedicated excavation, archaeologists have unveiled the secrets of a 17th-century Jesuit chapel, complete with lead coffins and centuries-old artifacts.

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Saint Mary's County Proclaims May as Historic Preservation Month and Honors Local Advocates Commission celebrates historic preservation and awards local advocates for their contributions.

St. Mary's County is celebrating its rich heritage this May with a proclamation for National Historic Preservation Month and honoring local champions who keep its history alive.

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Maryland proposed as national heritage area for its pivotal role in American history Advocates highlight Maryland's foundational contributions to religious freedom and civil rights.

St. Mary's County could become a national heritage site, highlighting its pivotal role in America's journey towards religious freedom and democracy.

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Fredericksburg Historic Society conducts month-long archaeological assessment at Civil War site Historic Society finds artifacts while property owner agrees to further archaeological studies

The St. Mary's County Zoning Board is caught in a tug-of-war between preserving Civil War history and paving the way for modern development—what will become of the artifacts found?

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Sinmar wreck discovery reveals ancient mastodon tusk and controversial artifacts Sinmar wreck discovery reveals mastodon tusk and biface, sparking controversy and intrigue.

The discovery of an ancient mastodon tusk and a biface tool from the Sinmar wreck has ignited a fiery debate on preservation and the future of underwater archaeology in St. Mary's County.

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Chesapeake Bay's Ancient Landscape Revealed Through 14000 Years of Geological Change Chesapeake Bay's formation reveals ancient landscapes and ecosystems shaped by rising sea levels.

Discover how the Chesapeake Bay's ancient landscape has evolved over 14,000 years, shaping not only its ecology but also the history of urban development in the region.

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Saint Mary's County reveals ancient Miocene seas and fossil discoveries in local ravines Saint Mary's County reveals ancient seas' fossils, linking local geology to Miocene-era marine life.

Discover the secrets of St. Mary's County's ancient Miocene seas and the fascinating fossil finds that reveal a rich geological history beneath our feet!

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Farmers restore historic slave cemetery while cultivating thriving vineyard in Maryland Vineyard owners uncover historical slave cemetery while cultivating wine and preserving local heritage.

A local vineyard in St. Mary's County thrives by cultivating grapes and uncovering a poignant history, revealing a cemetery linked to enslaved individuals from the 1800s.

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