Bowie in Prince George's County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Stable Courtyard
With the development of Belair At Bowie by Levitt and Sons, it is difficult, today, to imagine Belair Stable long ago situated in the middle of rolling fields filled with horses, cattle and sheep.
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When first constructed, the Stable shedrows were built of wood. William Woodward, concerned about the safety of his horses, elected to rebuild them of brick.
The stone circle in the center of the courtyard today replicates one installed by Woodward. A traditional iron jockey, clad in Belair silks, stood in its center. Today's grassy courtyard was originally covered in pea gravel.
Other barns dotted the Belair Farm; the Stable was used to house carriage horses for vehicles kept here, riding horses, and children's ponies.
Thoroughbreds were stabled here on occasion. The courtyard was used, as well, for showing horses that might be for sale.
Erected by City of Bowie, Maryland.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings.
Location. 38° 57.985′ N, 76° 44.593′ W. Marker
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Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies and also the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Belair Stable (a few steps from this marker); Andrew Jackson (a few steps from this marker); The Belair Stud Farm (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Belair Stable (within shouting distance
Credits. This page was last revised on October 2, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 323 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
