Severna Park in Anne Arundel County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Governor William Stone
Lord Baltimore appointed him Governor of the Colony in 1648 and authorized him to enforce the Religious Toleration Act of 1649. He served until 1653. He died at Avon in Charles County in 1660.
Erected by Maryland Historical Society, Maryland Historical Trust.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Maryland Historical Trust series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1603.
Location. 39° 5.598′ N, 76° 36.797′ W. Marker is in Severna Park, Maryland, in Anne Arundel County. Marker is at the intersection of Governor Stone Parkway and Benfield Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on Governor Stone Parkway. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Severna Park MD 21146, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Shipley’s Choice (approx. 0.4 miles away); a different marker also named Shipley’s Choice (approx. one mile away); Widow Ramsey’s Tavern (approx. 1.2 miles away); a different marker also named Shipley's Choice (approx. 1.2 miles away); The Kinder Farmhouse (approx. 1.6 miles away); Kinder Farm Ice House (approx. 1.7 miles away); Sawmill (approx. 1.7 miles away); Tobacco Barn (approx. 1.7 miles away).
Also see . . . Exploring Maryland's Roots - Gov. William Stone (c. 1603-c. 1659/60) and Verlinda Stone. (Submitted on May 19, 2008, by Tabitha Preast of Hanover, Maryland.)
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 9, 2007, by F. Robby of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 10,534 times since then and 84 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 9, 2007, by F. Robby of Baltimore, Maryland. 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 19, 2008, by Tabitha Preast of Hanover, Maryland. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.