Pocomoke on Maryland's Eastern Shore Book Signing December 5, 2007

"Pocomoke on Maryland's Lower Eastern Shore" depicts the history of Pocomoke, a town on the national Register of Historic Places. Much of this volume describes the Pocomoke River, and shipbuilding, the town's leading industry for thirty years. Featured are Skipjacks (oyster boats), majestic sailboats built in Tull's shipyard, and the new Discovery Center with a simulated steamboat similar to boats used for trips to Baltimore in 1869. The volume portrays Pocomoke's African-American heritage, and influential Black citizens. Through eighty-year-old skylights and limestone, the author looked to the past to add fresh insight and perspectives to the traditions, culture, and events of Pocomoke City. Martin researched museums and libraries from Connecticut to Florida combining memories of Pocomoke visitors and citizens to recreate the early days of thriving seaport and shipbuilding community on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The book will be available at the signings for a cost of $30.00 (there is no obligation to buy) and the program and book reading is free!

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