OPEN MONDAY-SATURDAY 10AM-5PM & SUNDAY 10AM-3PM
OPEN MONDAY-SATURDAY 10AM-5PM & SUNDAY 10AM-3PM
We serve as a resource for tourists, new residents and locals by providing a wealth of information on Cumberland and the surrounding area. We supply maps, brochures and restaurant recommendations. We also have a community bulletin board at the entrance of our store posting various activities. There's always lots going on in Cumberland.
As a community bookstore, we pride ourselves on the involvement we have in our community. We have been a part of Downtown Cumberland's history and continue to be a part of Cumberland's future and revitalization.
Cumberland Historic City Center
Visit the Cumberland Historic City Center Facebook page! Be sure to follow @historicdowntowncumberland for updates on Cumberland's downtown area, local businesses, shops, restaurants and events happening throughout the year!
Downtown Cumberland Business Association
Downtown Cumberland is where you’ll find a delightful blend of hospitality and history mingled with charming shops, delicious dining, arts & entertainment and lots of events and activities. Check out their website for calendar of events and much more!
Mountainside Maryland
Visit this website to discover the beautiful Western Maryland countryside and all that Allegany County has to offer.
Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
Visit Maryland's premier Western Maryland Scenic Railroad which has been providing excursions of all kinds for over 30 years in the heart of Mountain Maryland.
Allegany Arts Council
The Allegany Arts Council is an anchor for Cumberland's vibrant Arts & Entertainment District and houses several exhibition spaces that feature the artwork of local, regional and national artists. Visit the site for a peek into our cultural community, and don't miss their schedule of Gallery Shows.
Marking the traditional beginning of summer during 2nd weekend of June each year, Heritage Days has something for everyone: History - Arts & Crafts - Festival Food - Music - Children's Activities - Tours - and More! Visit their site for event dates & details.
Allegany Museum serves the greater Allegany Region and has a collection of material culture of the people of the region, past and present, whose stories and meanings are rich and complex inviting us to look deeper or broader. Visit their website for more information and hours.
At the George Washington Whiskey Rebellion Fest you can join in live Colonial games, mingle with "George Washington" and other re-enactors, then take home souvenir photos and a goody bag, sample dozens of whiskies and other spirits. This is an annual June Celebration of Cumberland's rich history. Visit their website for more information.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
C&O Canal provides a place to enjoy nature and recreation, but most importantly they tell the story of the canal's important role in America's history. Find interactive and educational displays about the history of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and the city of Cumberland. Go to their website for more information.
One of the services we provide to community groups is selling of their performance tickets, raffles, etc. You never know what we might be selling from one day to the next.
The Book Center
15 North Centre Street • Cumberland MD 21502
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