Festivals and dances were also held at this time. These fairs were held at close of the fishing season. One of the first settlements in Cecil County was made in Carpenters Point. After Baltimore became important, Charlestown lost much of its prestige and became a fishing town. Later, the shores became a picnicking ground and a place for summer vacationing Today, boating is by far the main attraction.
Some commercial fishing is done but on a very small scale.
The Wellwood Yacht Club and several marinas are busy caring for the many boats docked here. For many years a small school served the town of Charlestown. Grades one through seven were taught here. A two-room school developed which served the town foe many years. In the 1930's and 40's the town planned for a six-room elementary school to be built in the community.