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Daniel Kuennen, Director Rural Development Center Richard A. Henson Center Room 2147, UMES Princess Anne, MD 21853 410/651-6183 · 410/651-6207 fax E-mail: Daniel S. Kuennen |
Heritage TourismSince 1991, the Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Committee has acted as a forum for coordination among a wide range of public and private interests concerned about the future of Maryland's Lower Eastern Shore. Endorsed by local governments, publication in May 1993 of the Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Plan was a milestone in the Heritage Committee's evolution. This document described a range of resources in the region and a conservation development plan organized by ten categories of actions.
The Committee is working for broad and continuous community involvement. Committee members have initiated discussions and activities to build a foundation for environmental, cultural and historical awareness in the region and to promote public-private cooperation and partnerships.
The Rural Development Center supports these efforts in a number of ways:
- Developed promotional materials including a logo and portable photo display
- Assists with a quarterly newsletter
- Conducted a survey to analyze public attitudes about heritage tourism and published the results
- Assists research and grant preparation, as well as fundraising