Maryland’s history isn’t just preserved in buildings…it’s poured, brewed, distilled, and shared.
Through our Spirited History project, Preservation Maryland is bringing to life the rich and often overlooked story of alcohol production across the state, from early cider traditions and colonial-era distilling to today’s thriving craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
Supported by the Maryland Department of Commerce’s Maryland Alcohol Manufacturing Promotion Fund, Spirited History reflects our ongoing commitment to preserving not only historic places, but also the living traditions that define them. By highlighting the makers, historians, and innovators behind Maryland’s beverage heritage, we aim to celebrate a legacy that is as vibrant as it is enduring.