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

  • Liquor Board Meeting
    April 21 2025, 11:00am
    [details]

    The Liquor Board will meet on April 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The meetings will convene in open session for the purpose of moving to convene in Closed Session. The meetings will be held in the Bradley Meeting Room, Talbot County Circuit Courthouse, South Wing, 11 N. Washington Street, Easton, Maryland 21601. Closed session pursuant to Md. Code Ann., General Provisions § 3-305(b)(7) and (8) to consult with the County Attorney regarding pending litigation.

  • Talbot250 Commission Meeting
    April 21 2025, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot250 Commission will be meeting on April 21, 2025 beginning at 5:00 p.m.  The meeting will be held in the IT Conference Room and is open to the public.  Minutes, agendas, etc. can be found here

  • Board of Appeals Meeting
    April 21 2025, 6:30pm
    [details]

    See Planning and Zonings webpage for a meeting Agenda.

  • Board of Appeals Meeting
    April 21 2025, 6:30pm
    [details]

    Visit Planning and Zoning Webpage for a Board of Appeals Agenda.

  • Talbot County Council Meeting
    April 22 2025, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 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 - Budget Hearings
    May 6 2025, 2:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting to discuss the FY26 Budget on May 6, 2025 beginning at 2:00 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 - Budget Hearings
    May 6 2025, 7:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting to discuss the FY26 Budget on May 6, 2025 beginning at 7:00 p.m.  The meeting location is TBD. A copy of the meeting agenda and recording can be found here.

  • Planning Commission Meeting
    May 7 2025, 9:00am
    [details]

    Meeting Agenda is posted on the Planning and Zoning website.

  • Talbot County Council Meeting
    May 13 2025, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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 Tourism Board Meeting
    May 14 2025, 8:30am
    [details]
  • Public Works Advisory Board Meeting
    May 15 2025, 9:00am
    [details]

    The Public Works Advisory Board meets on the third Thursday of each month in Conference Room #1, 215 Bay Street, Easton, MD 21601. For Agenda, visit here.

  • Short Term Rental Board Meeting
    May 15 2025, 1:00pm
    [details]

    Meeting Agenda is posted on the Planning and Zoning Website.