Securing A Coastal Legacy
Discovery Village--a Community Center, LLC is a collective voice of citizens united to secure the purchase and long-term preservation of the 7-acre Discovery Village property in Shady Side, Maryland.
Photo credit: Mark Schwenk
Our Mission
Discovery Village, a Community Center, LLC (DVCC) works to secure lasting public ownership of the 7-acre Discovery Village property in Shady Side, Maryland — protecting its role in coastal conservation and Chesapeake Bay boating while transforming its historic building into a hub for the arts, education, and community life, open to the public for generations to come.
Our Story
Public Water Access
Supporting free public water access for all, including recreational and commercial boating, as well as paddle sports.
Community Pillars
Art
Celebrating local creativity by transforming historic spaces into vibrant galleries and creative workshops for all.
Coastal Preservation
Defending our shoreline and ensuring the long-term ecological health of Shady Side's unique maritime environment.
Education
Empowering the next generation with environmental literacy and hands-on maritime learning opportunities.
The Property
7 Acres of Stewardship
Join the Movement
We need your help in rescuing this one-of-a-kind property from commercial development. Join the collective voice of citizens united to secure the purchase and long-term public access to the 7-acre Discovery Village property in Shady Side, Maryland. Click the link below to volunteer or request more information on how you can help.