Maryland's roots as a recognized colony date to the days of King Charles ... Maryland has played important roles in every aspect of American history, from the Reconstruction to the decoding ...

Parno noted that the site marks not only a turning point in Maryland’s colonial history. “It also marked a massive moment of change for the native peoples of this region,” he said.

As one of the nation's oldest states and the home to historical landmarks such as the Washington Monument State Park and the Edgar Allan Poe House, it's also a history buff's dream come true.