DNR home page Smallwood State Park Smallwood was the home of General William Smallwood , a Revolutionary War officer who was the 4th Governor of Maryland. His house, called Smallwood's Retreat, has been restored and is open to visitors. Sweden Point Marina has 50 boat slips and excellent access for fishing on the Potomac River. Smallwood's Retreat plantation house is open free to the public from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays from April 29 until October 7. Tours are conducted by costumed docents.
Group tours are available upon request.
Smallwood reached the rank of major general for his service as a patriot leader during the Revolutionary War. He was elected Governor of Maryland in 1785, and later served in the Maryland Senate. The plantation house reflects Smallwood's lifestyle as a gentleman planter. Besides the restored house, the 628 acre park offers a marina, boat launching ramps, a picnic-camping area and nature trails. On occasion, there are craft demonstrations, military exhibitions and other special events.