The Town of Elkton celebrated the grand opening of its new Downtown Marketplace on August 26, marking a significant milestone in the community’s history. The project, which transforms a historic site known as “Lawn Party Hill,” revives a century-old tradition of social gatherings and activities in the heart of town. This Marketplace includes a pavilion, performance stage, and various outdoor amenities. The Marketplace’s completion is the result of nearly 30 years of planning, strong community support, and collaborative efforts between local officials.
The CSPDC provided support for the Marketplace by assisting with a $155,000 grant from the Virginia Outdoors Foundation for Phase II of the Downtown Marketplace project to improve the site’s greenspace.