Mount Harmon Plantation is the northernmost colonial era Tidewater plantation open to the public, and is a scenic and historic treasure. In cooperation with Washington College, Chestertown, MD Mount Harmon is in the planning stages of an archaeological dig. The plantation is situated on a peninsula formed by creeks and inlets of the Sassafras River in Cecil County, Maryland, known on early maps as World’s End. Mount Harmon is listed on the National Historic Register, is an official Chesapeake Bay Gateway Network site, and is located along the National Scenic Byway.
Mount Harmon is administered by Friends of Mount Harmon, Inc., a non profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Mount Harmon, for the public’s education and enjoyment.
Mount Harmon Plantation began as a land grant in 1651. In 1963 Marguerite du Pont de Villiers Boden, in tribute to her ancestors rescued this tobacco plantation, its tobacco prize house, and its manor house, which she completely restored and furnished as an 18th century mansion. It is now open to the public as a historic site and nature preserve.
Many 18th century arifacts uncovered during restoration of the manor house
17th, 18th and 19th century furnishings and objects de art.
Upon reservation, Colonial and 18th century history education for students.
Mount Harmon is administered by Friends of Mount Harmon, Inc., a non profit organization
Access: Members
Appointment required: False
Last guided tour conducted at 2pm.
We are not open on national holidays.
School Program & Special Group Tours by appointment year round. To schedule a tour and for more information, contact Friends of Mount Harmon, Inc. at (410) 275-8819 or e-mail at info@mountharmon.org.