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.

Home

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

  • Talbot County Council Meeting - Budget Hearings
    May 6 2025, 2:00pm
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    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.

  • Board of Appeals Mtg
    May 19 2025, 6:30pm
    [details]

    Board of Appeals Agenda is located on the Planning and Zoning webpage.

  • Senior Resource Fair
    May 21 2025, 11:00am
    [details]

    savethedatetalbotseniorresourcefair

    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.

    Learn more: Projects and Events - Talbot County, Maryland

  • County Offices Closed - Memorial Day
    May 26 2025
  • Talbot County Council Meeting
    May 27 2025, 5:00pm
    [details]

    The Talbot County Council will be meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 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.