Earlier this summer, I spent a few days exploring parts of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. One of the places I spent some time photographing was along the Chester River in Chestertown.
Founded in 1706, Chestertown was a major port in Maryland through much of the 18th century. Located at the navigable head of the Chester River, a wealthy merchant class grew out of the shipping industry that developed after Chestertown was named one of Maryland’s Royal Ports of Entry.
I spent one morning starting just after sunrise photographing along the docks in Chestertown. This first photo shows the variety of boats and ships that still use anchor in Chestertown. Among the docked boats are two working fishing boats, a restored antique boat and a cabin cruiser.
(c) 2008 Patty Hankins
The schooner Martha White was moored at anchor in the middle of the river.
On the Chester River (c) 2008 Patty Hankins
An antique boat was tied up at the docks.
(c) 2008 Patty Hankins
It was a very misty quiet morning along the river – definitely a place I’ll head back to for more photography.
If anyone knows what the boat in the third photo is called or has any info about it – I’d appreciate it if you could let me know. Thanks.