#OTD in 1631, the first European settlement on Kent Island was founded. Emily Bach, Maryland Historical Society Curatorial Assistant, speaks fondly of her home: “Although local tradition considers me a ‘chicken necker,’ the name for anyone not originally from the Eastern Shore, Kent Island has been my home for the past 20 years. Some of my favorite memories include watching blue herons walk through my backyard, cracking open crabs with family and friends on our screened porch, growing and planting bay grasses in school for hands-on education, fishing with my dad, and so much more. Every time I cross the bridge to come home, I instantly feel a sense of peace.” Why does Kent Island enchant all its inhabitants? Find out in Janet Freedman’s book “Kent Island: The Land that Once Was Eden.” From now until June 3, you can buy MdHS Press books online. Use promo code DMHS for 20% off and free media mail shipping (U.S. only): hfsbooks.com/publishers/the-maryland-historical-society #KentIsla...