Stanton's Mill
Stanton's Mill was built in 1797 and operated continuously until 1994, when modernization costs became prohibitive. It was restored by Kentucky Miller John Childers in the 1990's and a water wheel was added, so it appears much like it did in the 1850's. In its day, Stanton's Mill was the center of the community at Little crossings, serving as a meeting place, voting station, post office and even a distillery at one time. The restoration of the mill is a testimony to the commitment of the local people to the agricultural legacy of the region.Location: 177 Casselman Road, Grantsville, MDDirections: From I-68, take exit 22 to 219 N.Make a left on Alt. Route 40 (0.4mi)Make a slight right on to Casselman Road in approximately 2 miles.Hours: Stanton's Mill is open to the public during the summer season (hours vary) and for school tours by prior arrangement year round.Admission:Free, donations acceptedPhone: 301-895-3332http://spruceforest.org/stantons-mill.php
James Drane House
The Drane House was built around 1800 by James Drane, the first permanent settler in Accident area. It is believed to be the oldest standing structure in Garrett County. Drane came to western Maryland from the tobacco farming area of Prince George's County hoping to establish a tobacco culture here. His efforts were ultimately thwarted by the cool climate and difficulties associated with getting the product to market.The house itself is architecturally significant, combining log and frame construction techniques with an unusual hall-and-parlor floor plan.The Drane House was purchased by the Town of Accident in 1987, and restored and dedicated on its original site in 1994.Location:The house is located east of the Town of Accident approximately 150 yards from the Accident-Bittinger Road and one-half mile east of U.S. Route 219.Directions: From Stanton's Mill, head south on US-40 ALT W/Main St/National Pike toward US-40 ALT ETurn left onto S Yoder StTurn right to merge onto I-68 W/US-219 S/US-40 W toward Morgantown (5 mi)Take exit 14A to merge onto US-219 S/US-40 E toward OaklandContinue to follow US-219 S (6.8 mi)Turn left onto Cemetery RdTurn right toward Accident Bittinger RdHours: This historical site will be open for tour by individuals and groups upon request.Admission: Donations are accepted.Phone: (301)746-6346http://www.accidentmd.org/accidentmd/AroundTheTown/TheDraneHouse/tabid/62/Default.aspx
Garrett County Historical Society and Museum - Industrial Room
Mining and agriculture were and continue to be prominent industries in Garrett County. At the turn of the 20th century, trapping emerged as an occupation as well, as a reaction to black bears damaging crops and farm land and denning in and around the mines. As the bear population dropped, laws were enacted to stop the trapping and trading of bear skins, and the industry of trapping declined. The Industrial Room of the Garrett County Historical Society and Museum displays artifacts and interpretive materials that show the development of these occupations since the county was founded in the mid-19th century.Location: 107 South Second Street, Oakland, MD 21550Directions: Turn left onto US-219 S to Oakland (19.3 mi)Turn right onto Bankers AlleyTurn left onto S 2nd StThe Garrett County Historical Society and Museum will be on the rightHours: Museum Summer Hours: May 1st. Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Museum Winter Hours: January through May 1st. Open Thursday Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Closed Major Holidays. Please call first - 301-334-3226.Admission: Free, donations acceptedPhone: 301-334-3226http://www.garrettcountymuseums.com/historicalmuseum.html
Kitzmiller
Kitzmiller, Maryland is located on the border between Garrett County, Maryland, and Mineral County, West Virginia. The first settlers in Kitzmiller were predominantly German immigrants who came to the county from the Tidewater region seeking new land for farming. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Kitzmiller emerged as a coal mining and timbering town, serving a variety of customers in the industrial markets along the east coast. The resulting prosperity of Kitzmiller made it one of the largest settlements in the valley by 1920, with a population of 1,500.Directions: Start out going southwest on S 2nd St toward Bankers Alley. (0.10 mi)Take the 3rd left onto E Oak St/MD-39. Continue to follow E Oak St. (1.8 mi)E Oak St becomes MD-135. (6.1 mi)Turn right onto Maryland Hwy/MD-135. (3.5 mi)Turn right onto Kitzmiller Rd/MD-38.Turn right onto W Main St, Kitzmiller
Kitzmiller Company Store
This former turn of the 20th century company store, operated by the coal mines, has been magnificently restored and serves as a restaurant and ice cream parlor, general store and gift shop. The Kitzmiller Company Store has metal /tin plate ceiling and wall moldings that are spectacular. An entire wall is filled with historical photos of famous Kitzmiller town floods along the Potomac River this past century.Location: 238 West Main Street, Kitzmiller (at the intersection of Rt. 42 and W. Main Street along the N. Branch of the Potomac River)Hours: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. all week, Friday and Saturday until 10 p.m. Call after Nov 1st for winter hoursPhone: 301-453-3377
