Maryland begins HERE! The St. Mary’s County Museum Division includes three sites that let you explore and experience the heritage, beauty, and rich history of the county where Maryland began. Be inspired by moving stories, entertained by lively festivals and special events, or just reconnect with nature on some of the regions’ most beautiful shoreline. Explore the site where the English colonists first set foot on these shores in 1634 at the St. Clement’s Island Museum. Enjoy the museum’s colorful exhibits then take a water taxi ride to nearby St. Clement’s Island State Park.