In preparing for a trip back into time to explore the War of 1812 on the Upper Chesapeake, we’ve spent time in Charlestown. The quaint little pre-Revolutionary War village on the Northeast River, the county’s oldest municipality, is an ideal place for strolling around with a camera in hand while working with a number of partners to map things out for the living history performances that’s going to bring history to life through a number of dramatic presentations . It will step off from our host site, the Wellwood Yacht Club, on August 12. Meanwhile as the Heritage Troupe gets ready and we work out the performance details, we’ll share some photos from a well-preserved historic district with beautiful natural vistas.