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About Us:
The Garrett County Historical Society and Dailey's
Park offer a glimpse into the diverse past of the Deep
Creek Lake area. Our rich history includes: the world's most
lavish hotels, Civil and World War involvement, Native Americans,
brave pioneers and hunters, German settlers, the coal, farming
and timber industries, and great American visionaries. In
addition to the museum's exhibits, we offer an extensive
local history and geneology research library to the general
public and a book
& gift shop. You can also visit our online
articles and exhibits, which offer and overview of Garrett
County's History, most of our historical photo collections,
and some additional collections that are not housed in the
museum. Dailey's Park, located next door, offers a glimpse
into the grandeur of the world-famous hotels that attracted
presidents and other noteworthy guests to Garrett County in
the 1880's and 1890's.
Museum:
The Garrett County Historical Society Museum first opened
in 1969, and moved to it's present location in 1997. We have
many significant historical artifacts that represent the entirety
of Garrett County. New
society members are always welcome.
We are located in downtown Oakland, just minutes south of
Deep Creek Lake. (click for driving directions) Admission
is FREE. We are open Thursday - Saturday from 11am - 4pm during
Janurary thru April, and Monday - Saturday from 11am - 4pm
during May thru December. We are closed on holidays. Hours
are subject to change, so please call 301-334-3226 to verify
hours. Group tours are also available by appointment.
Themed exhibits include:
- Antique Toys, Dolls, Glass & China
- Civil War Items & Early Firearms
- Deer Park Hotel Memorabilia
- Local Native American Artifacts
- Meshach Browning and Other Early Pioneers
- Period Clothing & Military Uniforms
- USS Garrett County Artifacts
- Victorian Bedroom
Special Exhibits Include:
- 1873 Hotel Gazebo & Gas House
- 1893 Model Steam Locomotive
- Original Garrett County Courthouse Eagle
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Garrett
County Historical Society & Museum
