Located in the heart of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Easton is a classic example of “the best of both worlds.” Though surrounded by the joys of nature, Easton is also the home of unique cultural activities and known for its historic charm. With abundant and diverse recreational opportunities and convenient access to major metropolitan areas, Easton is well suited to its role as the county seat of historic Talbot County.

Described as a handsome town, Easton’s architecture is both beautiful, and unique. Active and comprehensive efforts to protect the past while making room for the future are an integral part of the town’s planning process. Easton has the charm that is unique to small towns plus big-town features and activities that enhance the quality of life of its citizens— architectural gems spanning four centuries, a fully equipped hospital, a variety of golf, yacht and country clubs, ice hockey and skating facilities, a local airport that accommodates jet traffic, famous restaurants, inns, and galleries, the renowned Waterfowl Festival, dedicated service organizations, and six shopping centers. For a town of its size, Easton has the unusual distinction of owning and operating its own public utilities system, which is administered by a town commission.

In 1997, Easton was selected as one of the first five communities to participate in the Main Street Maryland program. The town viewed the selection as recognition of its accomplishments in revitalization and preservation as well as an opportunity to do even more along those lines. Through the years, progressive planning and development have been combined with a dedication to retaining Easton’s fundamental charm, a formula that helped to win for the town the designation “Eighth Best Small Town in America.”