Berlin in Worcester County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Calvin B. Taylor House
Berlin Town Museum
Built in 1832 for Isaac Covington and his family, this gable-fronted, Federal-style house was saved from demolition in 1981 and now serves as a Town museum of local history. While many of the original features of this structure were changed in the late 19th century, the magnificent front doorway with its butterfly modillions, sunbursts and fluted-edge columns remain noteworthy. In addition, the original interior wood graining has been carefully restored. The main block of the house is furnished with period pieces as a house museum while the west wing gallery features exhibits and displays of local memorabilia.
In the early 19th century, this house was the home of Robert J. Henry, who was instrumental in bringing the railroad to Berlin. In the 1890s and early 20th century it was the home of Calvin B. Taylor and his wife Mattie. Mr. Taylor was an educator , lawyer and founder of the Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company in Berlin. During their occupancy the Taylors made several changes to the house including a back-wing addition and the installation of stained glass windows to the front of the house.
Located in the heart of Berlin's National Register Historic District, the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum is a favorite gathering spot for cultural and community events.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1832.
Location. 38° 19.606′ N, 75° 13.229′ W. Marker is in Berlin, Maryland, in Worcester County. It is on Baker Street west of North Main Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2 West St, Berlin MD 21811, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on the Eastern Shore. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic, on the Delmarva Peninsula, and in the Tidewater. 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: Dr. Mary Humphreys Arboretum (here, next to this marker); Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. Charles Albert Tindley (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Rev. Dr. Charles Albert Tindley (about 500 feet away); Renaissance Plaza (about 600 feet away); The Old Globe Theater (about 800 feet away); Ayres Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); U.S.S. Decatur Anchor (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Berlin.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 11, 2025. It was originally submitted on October 11, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 55 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 11, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
