About Our Community: Clinton, MD

History of Clinton, MD

When the community that would become Clinton, MD, was founded in the 1770s, it was a crossroads with a few simple buildings. In the 1800s, people called it Surrattsville, after Mary Surratt, who owned the local tavern. Surratt would become infamous in 1865, after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln: After shooting Lincoln, John Wilkes Booth headed to Surratt's tavern to pick up supplies, including weapons, as he attempted to make his escape. Surratt was accused of colluding with Booth, and she would be convicted of participating in the conspiracy to kill the president. She became the first woman to be executed for a crime by the federal government. After Surratt's death, the community was renamed Robeystown, after the local postmaster. In 1878, it would be renamed again, this time to Clinton.

• History of Clinton
• Splendor in the Grass and a Sense of History in Clinton

Location

Clinton is an unincorporated community in Prince George's County, Maryland, just south of Joint Base Andrews. This community of more than 38,000 people is also bordered by Rosaryville, Camp Springs, Fort Washington, and Brandywine.

Clinton Weather

Clinton has warm and humid summers and cold and snowy winters. The temperature in Clinton varies throughout the seasons. In the summer, it's often between 80 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit; in the winter, the temperature can dip as low as 16 and is often in the 20s. If you're trying to determine when to visit Clinton, MD, based on the weather, you'll get the best experience in early summer and early fall.

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• Regional Forecast

Things to Do in Clinton

Clinton is a small community in Maryland, so you may not find all of the hustle and bustle you'll find in other areas, but there are still things you can do on your visit to Clinton and the surrounding areas. Within Clinton, you can visit the Surratt House Museum and learn about the history of the area, including its connection to the assassination of President Lincoln. If you want to get out of the house and spend some time outside, you can visit Allentown Park, which has plenty of activities for the whole family to do. Outside of Clinton, but still, nearby, you can visit Rosecroft Raceway and watch the horse races during the racing season.

• Surratt House Museum
• Allentown Splash, Tennis, and Fitness Park
• Miller Farms
• Rosecroft Raceway
• Cosca Regional Park

Where to Eat in Clinton, MD

Maryland is known for its seafood, so when you're looking to try the best restaurants in Clinton, MD, your best bet will be to head for one of the many seafood restaurants in the area. Places like Mid Atlantic Crab & Seafood, Captain Peter's Seafood, This Is Seafood, and Hip Hop Fish & Chicken are great spots to start with. But seafood isn't the only food in Clinton: There are also delicious soul-food restaurants like Fireman's Cafe or Levi's Restaurant, African restaurants like Naija Cafe, Italian eateries like Three Brothers Italian Restaurant, and great barbecue at Texas Ribs & BBQ. Once you've stuffed yourself full of delicious food and you're looking for a bar in Clinton to finish off the night with a drink with your friends, visit the Hideaway, a bar with billiards, karaoke, and all your favorite pub food.

• Fireman's Cafe
• This Is Seafood
• Mid Atlantic Crab & Seafood
• Naija Cafe

Where to Stay in Clinton, MD

Clinton is a small place, so there aren't too many hotels in Clinton proper. There's a Comfort Inn as well as a TownePlace Suites by Marriott, so there are a few options. But you may want to look for hotels near Clinton instead; you'll find more options to the north and west, closer to the Potomac River, such as the Harborside Hotel or Private Stay by MadlyGiving.

Dental Care Services in Clinton

When you need a Clinton family dentist, we are here for you: Whether you want to improve your smile or you need your annual cleaning, you can trust the team at Dr. Mark Greenstein & Associates to give you the dental care you deserve. An experienced dentist in Clinton, MD, from our office can handle whatever you need so you can smile confidently. Call us today at (301) 710-0439 to schedule a time that works for you, or book an appointment online.