Exploring the stories that shape the Chesapeake
Welcome to This Old Shore
The Chesapeake is one of the most remarkable places in America—not simply because of its beauty, but because of the generations of people who have shaped it and been shaped by it.
This Old Shore was created to tell those stories.
Kate Livie, This Old Shore founder & creator
What began with short videos has grown into an independent platform for Chesapeake storytelling, connecting people with the history, culture, landscapes, and communities that define the Bay.
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Go deeper into the stories of the Chesapeake.
Tidelines is the newsletter from This Old Shore—a place for stories that go beyond social media, along with a closer look at the research, travels, people, and places behind the work.
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Chesapeake stories, history, and discoveries
Invitations and early access to in-person events
Behind-the-scenes notes from the road and archives
Updates on new This Old Shore projects
Opportunities to support independent Chesapeake storytelling
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