Hagerstown in Washington County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Railroad Switch, 2017
Vicki Scuri
American
Railroad Switch, 2017
Corten Steel
Commissioned by the City of Hagerstown for the Hagerstown Cultural Trail
"Hagerstown gained the nickname, "Hub City," as it continues to be a significant transportation hub. Major railroad systems like the Baltimore and Ohio (B&O) and the historic Western Maryland Railway once converged at this site.
Nature, technology and history inspire this undulating work of Art, enhanced by the sun, movement and pedestrian viewing angle. The flowing pattern design recalls the passing of trains and the glint of light on water, suggested by the nearby destination, the Lower Like in City Park. As one meanders through along the Trail, the Railroad Switch Fencing transforms the boundary, screening the Sculpture Garden while promoting a cultural narrative and sense of place."
- Vicki Scuri
Erected by City of Hagerstown.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars • Women. In addition, it is included in the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O)
this page online
Location. 39° 38.327′ N, 77° 43.484′ W. Marker is in Hagerstown, Maryland, in Washington County. It is on The Hagerstown Cultural Trail south of West Baltimore Street (Alternate U.S. 40), on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 90 W Lee St, Hagerstown MD 21740, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Baltimore Metro Region and in Western Maryland. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic, in Appalachia, and specifically in Northern Appalachia. Globally, it is in 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.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Milling (within shouting distance of this marker); Mφller's Sustained Wind (within shouting distance of this marker); Mφller's Sustained Wind (within shouting distance of this marker); West Baltimore Street (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Railroads
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 10, 2026
2. Railroad Switch, 2017 Marker in front of a portion of the sculpture-screen
Another marker is no longer nearby. West Baltimore Street (was about 300 feet away but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
Credits. This page was last revised on January 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 11, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 47 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 11, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
