Our Shore, Our Stories

Our Shore, Our Stories is an oral history project that invites community members to share their unique perspectives, family histories, and personal journeys. Together, these voices weave a rich and diverse portrait of life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Current stories:

Test 1 (Tyaskin, MD)

Test 2 (Salisbury, MD)

Test 3  (Eden, MD)

Test 4 (Ocean Pines, MD)

Test 5 (Salisbury, MD)

Archived stories:

Caroline O. (Salisbury, MD)


Interested in sharing your story? We’d really love to hear it.

  • Two ways to share your story - Call Our Shore, Our Stories at 410-575-3137 to record a memory, a moment, or a story that captures life here on Maryland’s Eastern Shore or you may upload an audio file here. (google account is required to upload file online)
  • You will be asked to give us your name and email and to keep your story under 3 minutes.
  • If selected, your story might be featured online at downtownsby.com/osos — or on one of the Our Shore, Our Stories QR code plaques around town


Guidelines & Story Prompts may be downloaded here

Participant Guidelines

1. Respect Every Voice
We welcome stories from all walks of life—but we do not allow content that attacks or discriminates against others based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or medical condition.

2. Consent is Essential
Everyone whose voice appears in a recording must give informed permission to be recorded and included in this project.

3. No Bullying or Harassment
This is a space for open, honest storytelling—not a platform for personal attacks, harassment, or the spread of harmful rhetoric.

4. Keep It Real, Keep It Kind
We value authenticity and vulnerability. Please share your story truthfully and consider how it may impact others who hear it.

5. Avoid Graphic Content
Please refrain from sharing stories with excessively graphic violence, sexual content, or disturbing material. If in doubt, reach out to our team first.

6. Privacy Matters
Do not share full names, addresses, or other sensitive personal information about others unless they’ve consented.

7. We’re Building Community
This project is about connection. Share stories that help us understand, celebrate, and reflect on life here on the Eastern Shore.


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