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1. Great Allegheny Passage ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Rocky Gap State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. C&O Canal - Paw Paw Tunnel

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Western Maryland Scenic Railroad

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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5. C&O Canal National Historical Park and Allegany County Visitor Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Allegany Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples

7. George Washington's Headquarters

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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8. Cumberland Narrows

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9. Allegany Fairgrounds

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10. The Gordon-Roberts House

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11. Cumberland Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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12. Allegany County Courthouse

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13. F. Brooke Whiting House and Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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14. Allegany Arts Council

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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15. Embassy Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me

16. Ristorante Ottaviani

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. Puccini Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Cumberland, Maryland is a friendly, cultural city with a thriving arts community and a rich history. Cumberland was once a military outpost operated by George Washington and has several excellent museums that document the history of the city and the region. There are also plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, from hiking and mountain biking to horseback riding, picnicking, and visiting the nearby state parks.

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