Tilghman Island

Tilghman Island

Crab baskets line the docks in Knapps Narrows after watermen deliver their catch.

Oxford-Bellevue Ferry

Oxford-Bellevue Ferry

A ferry has been running this route since 1683.

St. Michaels Harbor

St. Michaels Harbor

Talbot County has more than 600 miles of shoreline.

Douglass Statue

Douglass Statue

Abolitionist Frederick Douglass was born in Talbot County.

County to Celebrate Talbot Day

County to Celebrate Talbot Day

Talbot Day is celebrated on April 25th, marking the birthday of Talbot County, Maryland. The County Council approved a proclamation designating this special day in 2023.

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Talbot County is located in the heart of Maryland's Eastern Shore. Founded around 1661, it's named for Lady Grace Talbot, sister of Lord Baltimore and the first proprietary governor of Maryland.

Today, the county is home to the charming towns of Easton, Oxford, Queen Anne, St. Michaels and Trappe. With more than 600 miles of shoreline, Talbot County is a terrific place to live, work and play.


Meeting Videos and Agendas

Talbot County Council and Planning Commission meetings are recorded and be viewed online by clicking here. Agendas are also available when applicable.

Meeting Videos

Calendar

Upcoming Events

  • Talbot250 Commission
    April 20 2026, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot250 Commission will be meeting at monthly and as needed in 2026.  The meeting will be held in the IT Conference Room and is open to the public unless otherwise noted.  Minutes, agendas, etc. can be found here

  • Board of Appeals Mtg
    April 20 2026, 6:30pm
    [details]

    BOA Meeting Agenda see Planning and Zoning Webpage.

  • Board of Appeals Mtg
    April 27 2026, 6:30pm
    [details]

    BOA Meeting Agenda, visit Planning & Zoning Website.

  • Talbot County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
    April 28 2026, 7:30am
    [details]

    For details please visit: https://www.talbotworks.org/bike-and-pedestrian-advisory-committee/

  • Talbot County Council Meeting
    April 28 2026, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 beginning at 5:00 p.m.  The meeting will be held in the Bradley Meeting Room and is open to the public.  A copy of the meeting agenda and recording can be found here.

  • Talbot County Council Meeting
    May 5 2026, 1:30pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 beginning at 1:30 p.m.  The meeting will be held in the Bradley Meeting Room and is open to the public.  A copy of the meeting agenda and recording can be found here.

  • Planning Commission Meeting
    May 6 2026, 9:00am
    [details]

    Please see Planning & Zoning website for meeting agenda.

  • Talbot County Council Meeting
    May 12 2026, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 beginning at 5:00 p.m.  The meeting will be held in the Bradley Meeting Room and is open to the public.  A copy of the meeting agenda and recording can be found here.

  • Monthly Commission on Aging Meeting
    May 13 2026, 8:30am
    [details]

    The Talbot County Commission on Aging meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held upstairs at the Talbot Senior Center, located at 400 Brookletts Avenue, Easton, MD 21601.

    For additional information about Commission on Aging meetings, please email commissiononaging@talbotcountymd.gov 

  • Tourism Board Meeting
    May 13 2026, 8:31am
    [details]

    For details please visit: https://www.talbotworks.org/talbot-county-tourism-board/

  • Frederick Douglass Park on the Tuckahoe Committee
    May 14 2026, 4:00pm
    [details]

    For details please visit: https://www.talbotworks.org/frederick-douglass-park-on-the-tuckahoe-advisory-committee/

  • Talbot250 Commission
    May 18 2026, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot250 Commission will be meeting at monthly and as needed in 2026.  The meeting will be held in the IT Conference Room and is open to the public unless otherwise noted.  Minutes, agendas, etc. can be found here

  • Senior Resource Fair
    May 20 2026
    [details]

    Held annually, the Senior Resource Fair offers various valuable services and information for seniors and their families. 

    The fair features a variety of essential services and activities, including balance checks, A1C tests, Hepatitis C tests, HIV tests, medication disposal, raffle prizes, and giveaways. Representatives from local vendors and members of the Commission on Aging are on hand to answer questions and provide information about available services in the area.

  • Board of Elections Monthly Meeting
    May 20 2026, 9:30am
    [details]

    The monthly meeting of the Board of Elections at 215 Bay Street, Easton, MD 21601. The meeting will be held in Suite 7. The entrance is located at the back of the building.