A new headquarters for Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is expected to bring jobs and an economic boost to Williamsport, Md.
The National Park Service (NPS) and Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO), with support from Washington County, Md., has reached an agreement to identify and rehabilitate property adjacent to the park to serve as a visitor center and the park’s new headquarters.
“Moving our headquarters to Williamsport creates a sense of community,” Superintendent Kevin Brandt said. “It makes sense to bring park managers back to the front lines, and our agreement with MEDCO and relationship with Washington County are major steps forward. There is still work to be done, but I know that by working together, the town, county, state and the park, will all benefit from having the C&O Canal headquarters in Williamsport.”
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