Places to Go

Explore Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary and the historical sites, cultural landmarks, and natural wonders surrounding the sanctuary throughout Southern Maryland and beyond. Discover the historic legacies, cultural traditions, and significant natural landscapes in the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area, a region nationally recognized and designated for its role in our nation’s history and culture. Throughout each of these places, you’ll find connections to the sanctuary’s mission to interpret and share the maritime and indigenous heritage of Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary, and the role that the sanctuary plays in Southern Maryland’s heritage.