The history of railroading is intertwined with that of Garrett County, and one of Oakland’s three museums is dedicated to commemorating that past with a life-sized display of its very own train.
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To attract, retain and create business in the aerospace supply chain, lifestyle manufacturing, and technology industries, the I-68 Regional Alliance highlights the region's businesses and assets.
Goehringer’s Catering has been named a “2020 Best of Weddings” winner in the catering category by The Knot, a national wedding brand.
“Our biggest hope is that Garrett County residents see this taproom the way the residents in our hometown see our brewery,” Rote said. “It’s a place that belongs to everyone."
“Josh has been a life-long resident of Garrett County...and shares a love for the outdoors, which made him the perfect candidate,” said Mike Dreisbach, Garrett Trails President.
The Meshach Browning Trail System, which covers more than six miles, is a public, non-motorized, multi-use recreational and cultural resource at the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Park in McHenry.
Garrett Trails is currently running a “Ten Bucks A Foot” fundraising campaign to complete the Meadow Mountain Trail System and help with future trail projects.
Located in Kitzmiller, Wolf Den Run is the first state park to offer off-highway vehicle trails.
The restaurant’s grand opening week is planned for the week of August 19th, with daily specials. A ribbon-cutting ceremony through the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is set for August 20th.
The Garrett County Gran Fondo is not a race. The King of the Mountain champions are crowned based on seven timed KOM climbs within the Garrett County Gran Fondo rides.
Honi Honi Bar, located at 19745 Garrett Highway next to Deep Creek UNO, was originally founded by Jim Delligatti and had its first liquor license issued in 1969.
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce attributes much of the continued growth in tourism to its aggressive marketing plan with concentrated efforts and new ad strategies.
Enjoy the beauty of the fall season in the mountains as Garrett County, Maryland celebrates the 52nd anniversary of the Autumn Glory Festival, presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce.
The town of Friendsville will host the 31st annual Garrett County Celtic Festival from 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday, June 1st.
The National Pike Wagon Train will make its 46th trek from Grantsville to Uniontown, Pennsylvania, next week, from May 15th-18th.
Frederick A. Thayer III Courthouse
203 South Fourth Street, Room 208
Oakland, MD 21550
Phone: 301.334.1921
Fax: 301.334.7469
economicdevelopment@garrettcounty.org
