Welcome

To Our Heritage Area

Garrett County, the westernmost county in Maryland, is a region steeped in rich history, culture and natural resources. The state recognizes its importance and has certified the Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area as one of thirteen heritage areas throughout in Maryland. Explore our heritage and discover why.

What is a heritage area? Maryland's Heritage Areas are places to experience - to see, hear and even taste - the authentic heritage of Maryland in ways that you cannot experience anywhere else. Where these Heritage Areas exist are where the stories of the people, the land and the waters of Maryland, which have been intertwined for thousands of years, are told.