The beacon that alerted ships of the Havre de Grace shoreline since 1827, Concord Point Lighthouse has become the image most synonymous with the city. It's the second-oldest lighthouse in Maryland and the northernmost on the Chesapeake Bay. The 30-foot white tower regularly offers a backdrop for prom and wedding photos. It is also the endpoint for the Promenade boardwalk that leads to Tydings Park, linking the picturesque shoreline at the confluence of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay.
Located in the Georgia Crossing North shopping center off of University Blvd. and Georgia Ave., Artistic Custom Framing & Gallery has been supplying the Wheaton and Silver Spring area with a comprehensive selection of handcrafted custom frames since the 1980s. Sam, the shop's owner, is sure that he can frame anything.
In addition to handcrafted wood frames, dozens of prints, posters and original paintings from local area artists are on display and available for purchase. Some furniture and a mid-sized sculptures are also available.
The Chesapeake Framing Company has provided finishing touches for Washington area interiors for For 30 years. The Chesapeake Framing Company's staff of creative designers offers a carefully curated selection of artwork by both local and nationally renowned artists, and provides services ranging from art consultation and custom framing to installation and arrangement.
Towson Arts Collective is a non-profit organization which hosts art exhibits, poetry readings, plays, workshops and annual arts festivals. It also provides drawing and painting classes. Volunteers are welcome.
From the moment you walk into this small shop you are visually challenged to look at everything they have on display. The store carries framed prints, mirrors, jewelry, colorful art umbrellas and a selection of frames to pick from. The store has a very homey feeling and always has great music playing in the background.