Wenona, Maryland facts for kids
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Wenona, Maryland
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 Wenona, Maryland
Location in Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Somerset |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21821
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 591510 |
Wenona is a small, quiet community in Somerset County, Maryland, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is an unincorporated community. This means it is part of a larger county area. Wenona is located on Deal Island, which is a beautiful place surrounded by water. You can find Wenona at the very end of Maryland Route 363, also known as Deal Island Road.
History and Famous Boats
Wenona is known for its connection to traditional boats called skipjacks. These boats are a special part of Maryland's history. They were once very important for fishing, especially for catching oysters.
What are Skipjacks?
Skipjacks are a type of sailboat. They have a unique design that makes them good for working in the shallow waters of the Chesapeake Bay. For many years, these boats were used by watermen to dredge for oysters. This means they would drag a special net along the bottom of the bay to collect oysters.
Historic Skipjacks of Wenona
Several skipjacks linked to Wenona are very famous. They are so important that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list of places, buildings, and objects that are important to American history. Being on this list helps protect them for future generations.
The skipjacks from Wenona that are on this list include:
- The Clarence Crockett
- The F. C. Lewis, Jr
- The Fannie L. Daugherty
- The Howard
- The Susan May
- The Thomas W. Clyde
These boats remind us of the rich history of fishing and life on the water in Maryland. They show how people used to make a living from the Chesapeake Bay.
