Pemberton Hall

Pemberton Hall is a colonial brick residence in Salisbury built in the early 1700s with regional architectural features typical of the Eastern Shore. It has a gambrel roof, three-bay facade, and Flemish bond brickwork that showcase the building style of that period.

Colonel Isaac Handy purchased the land and built the residence after acquiring it in 1726. He developed it as a trading center with a waterfront dock and rolling road for transporting goods, making it a commercial hub for the area.

The building displays furnishings based on three separate inventories from the 1700s that document how wealthy plantation residents lived and what they valued. These pieces offer a window into daily life and domestic customs of that era.

The house opens for visits during the warmer months on specific days, so check ahead for current visiting options. Private tours can be arranged in advance if you want a guided experience and more detailed information about the building and its collections.

During the Civil War, a resident used the property to celebrate Confederate events with cannon fire until Union troops attempted to prevent his public displays. This episode shows how the house became a setting for personal political expression during the conflict.

Location: Maryland

GPS coordinates: 38.34610,-75.64440

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:41