Annapolis

is the oldest in the nation still in legislative use, was the capitol of the US from November 26, 1783 to August 13, 1784. General George Washington resigned his commission before the Continental Congress here and in 1784, Congress ratified the Treaty of Paris to end the Revolutionary War. From there, the Annapolis convention issued the call to the states that led to the Constitutional Convention. You have to show ID (driver's license or passport) and go through a metal detector to enter. There are exhibits on the first floor covering the many historic events that have occurred both there and in Maryland.

Activities include swimming, fishing, crabbing, boating and windsurfing. The park's beaches and picnic areas provide views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

Is one of the most interesting historical home tours due to its fabulously restored gardens. The gardens are closed in the winter (Jan-Mar).

Free exhibit featuring 14 presidents before George Washington during Articles of Confederation from 1774 to 1789 in the Westin Hotel near the Annapolis waterfront.

The entire campus is walled off and the only entry point for visitors is near the visitor center. You must show ID and go through a metal detector. Guided tours are offered from the visitor center.

In 1845 the museum began as the Naval School Lyceum. Now it combines historical artifacts with video and audio technology to bring to life the stories of the men and women who have served their country at sea.

Small exhibits about the academy, the US navy, and prominent graduates. Has a gift shop that sells anything and everything branded USNA.

one of a series of historical homes open for tours. This treasure of a colonial mansion was designed by architect William Buckland and built in 1774. See colonial-era architecture and 18th century period furnishings including furniture produced by cabinet maker John Shaw, and paintings by portrait painter, Charles Willson Peale.