Historical Marker

The James Rumsey Bridge

MD 34 (Shepherdstown Pike) at Canal Road, northwest corner, 1200 ft. east of Potomac River · Sharpsburg · Washington

Maryland marker

Inscription

The James Rumsey Bridge Named in honor of the inventor, James Rumsey, who made successful public demonstrations of his steamboat on the Potomac River on December 3 and 11, 1787. Opened and dedicated on July 15, 1939. Erected by the Washington County Historical Society

Location

AddressMD 34 (Shepherdstown Pike) at Canal Road, northwest corner, 1200 ft. east of Potomac River
CitySharpsburg
CountyWashington
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.436961, -77.799981

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