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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Garrett County, Maryland

 
Clickable Map of Garrett County, Maryland and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Garrett County, MD (160) Allegany County, MD (294) Fayette County, PA (274) Somerset County, PA (147) Grant County, WV (32) Mineral County, WV (74) Preston County, WV (116)  GarrettCounty(160) Garrett County (160)  AlleganyCounty(294) Allegany County (294)  FayetteCountyPennsylvania(274) Fayette County (274)  SomersetCounty(147) Somerset County (147)  GrantCountyWest Virginia(32) Grant County (32)  MineralCounty(74) Mineral County (74)  PrestonCounty(116) Preston County (116)
Oakland is the county seat for Garrett County
Adjacent to Garrett County, Maryland
      Allegany County (294)  
      Fayette County, Pennsylvania (274)  
      Somerset County, Pennsylvania (147)  
      Grant County, West Virginia (32)  
      Mineral County, West Virginia (74)  
      Preston County, West Virginia (116)  
 
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1 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — Bear Creek Trout Hatchery and Rearing Station
One and one-half miles from this point. Purchased by state 1928.Map (db m406) HM
2 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — Drane HouseBuilt 1797 — Maryland History —
Oldest structure in Garrett County →Map (db m2313) HM
3 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — Drane HouseBuilt 1797 — Maryland History —
Oldest structure in Garrett County ↑Map (db m235206) HM
4 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — Drane HouseBuilt 1797 — Maryland History —
Oldest structure in Garrett County ←Map (db m235210) HM
5 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — In Memoriam
World War I Robert R. Glotfelty William Hockman Ray M. Silbaugh Albert M. Enlow Owen F. Friend Oren H. Friend John H. Oester William P. Smith Harry E. Enlow World War II Mason R. Coddington Reed S. Wilburn Earl F. Smith . . . Map (db m134373) WM
6 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — To the Glory of God1864 - 2014
The Accident German Lutherans built this church in 1851. They joined the Missouri Synod in 1864 and added a Narthex and Bell Tower. From the smoking ashes of this church, which was struck by lightning on August 23, 1901, and completely destroyed, . . . Map (db m235207) HM
7 Maryland, Garrett County, Accident — Zion Ev. Lutheran Church
To the Glory of God and in memory of the founders of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church Accident, Maryland who on this site built our first churchMap (db m235208) HM
8 Maryland, Garrett County, Bloomington — 1776 • 1976
. . . Map (db m180066) WM
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9 Maryland, Garrett County, Bloomington — Veterans Memorial
To the Glory of God and all who served in the Armed Forces Erected, May 1983Map (db m179970) WM
10 Maryland, Garrett County, Crellin — Charles Friend’s Home
George Washington stopped here Sept. 26, 1784 on his trip to determine a feasible passage between the Potomac and the Ohio for a canal or easy portage between these rivers as a passage to the Western Territory.Map (db m479) HM
11 Maryland, Garrett County, Deer Park — Cleveland Cottage
President Grover Cleveland and his bride, the former Frances Folsom, arrived here the day following their White House wedding on June 2, 1886. They spent their honeymoon at this Deer Park Hotel cottage.Map (db m470) HM
12 Maryland, Garrett County, Deer Park — Cleveland Cottage and Site of Deer Park Hotel1 Mile South
The hotel was built by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, opened July 4, 1873, and operated until 1829. Dismantled 1942. President and Mrs. Grover Cleveland spent their honeymoon at the cottage in June, 1886.Map (db m472) HM
13 Maryland, Garrett County, Deer Park — Deer Park Hotel
Built by the B&O Railroad, opened July 4, 1873 and operated until 1929. Razed 1942. This was one of the most exclusive mountain resorts in the east. Many nationally prominent people, including four United States Presidents, were guests here.Map (db m5413) HM
14 Maryland, Garrett County, Deer Park — James Cardinal Gibbons
It was here that Archbishop James Gibbons of Baltimore was notified personally by the Papal Nuncio in 1886 that he had been made a Cardinal by Pope Leo XIII; only the second appointment in the history of the United States of America.Map (db m469) HM
15 Maryland, Garrett County, Finzel — Savage River Camp Reported missing
General Braddock's 3rd camp on his march to Fort Duquesne June 16, 1755. The route, later known as the Old Braddock Road, passes to the southeast of the National Road. Captain Orme's diary says "we entirely demolished three wagons and shattered . . . Map (db m439) HM
16 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — At The Crossroads Of ConflictExplore Maryland Civil War Trails
When Civil War divided the nation, Maryland found itself on the pivotal border between North and South. Today, you can trace history along Maryland's Civil War Trail driving tours. Learn about people caught in the crossroads of conflict who . . . Map (db m200637) HM
17 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 16 — Bear Creek Lumber and Meat Market
When the River Road connected Selbysport and Friendsville, the original way into town was past the cemetery, across Bear Creek, at the cement arch bridge location; and down Walnut Street to Morris Avenue. The more daring could cross on foot, using . . . Map (db m134363) HM
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18 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 12 — First National Bank, Leslie Friend Store & Military Honors
Leslie Friend built the largest department store in the county in the 1890's where the First United Bank now stands. Leslie also helped charter and built the First National Bank of Friendsville in 1902, now the Friend Family Association Heritage . . . Map (db m134357) HM
19 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — Friend’s Graveyard
Nearby are the graves of John Friend, Sr. (1732–1808), Kerrenhappuch Hyatt (d. 1798), his wife, and their son Gabriel (1761–1852), John and Gabriel were soldiers in the Revolution. The first permanent settlers in Garrett County, they . . . Map (db m405) HM
20 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 9 — Friendsville Baseball Fever, Cider Mill, Shanty Town
This area was an important gathering place for the townspeople. Early on it was an orchard and the farm of Gabriel Friend, whose cabin on the high ground was known as 'Look Sharp'. In 1830 Gabriel (son of John Friend Sr.) was appointed . . . Map (db m134364) HM
21 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 4 — Friendsville Commerce, Custer's and Ryland's Stores
David 'Bud' Sheridan Custer had the Custer grocery store and furniture store built here by George Kolb in 1888. He served on the board of the Methodist Church in Friendsville and as superintendent of the Sunday School. In 1917 he became . . . Map (db m134369) HM
22 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — Friendsville Honor Roll
In honor and memory of all men and women of the Friendsville area who served their country in all its wars.Map (db m134358) WM
23 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 14 — Friendsville School 1891-1924
In 1891 the old log house that was used as the school (located in the vicinity of the Methodist Church on Water Street) became too small for the growing student population and the School Board purchased a 1/2 acre lot on Water Street from John T. . . . Map (db m134368) HM
24 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — Gettysburg CampaignInvasion & Retreat Reported permanently removed
After stunning victories at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, Virginia, early in May 1863, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee carried the war through Maryland, across the Mason and Dixon Line and into Pennsylvania. His infantry marched north . . . Map (db m200639) HM
25 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 15 — J.W. McCullough, Lumbering and Mining Titan
Drawn by the rich forest timberlands of Garrett County, John W. McCullough arrived in the Friendsville area in the 1890's and figured prominently in the expansion of the town. He constructed several sawmills in the area and in 1894 built a 36 inch . . . Map (db m134372) HM
26 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 6 — Morris Avenue and Maple Street
During the late 1800's, the junction of Morris Ave. and Maple St. is where people congregated most. The building now occupied by Precision Rafting was originally W.W. Savage's Furniture and Clothing Store. His father, Salathial Savage, was the . . . Map (db m134367) HM
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27 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 2 — Native American Visitors and Inhabitants
In 1950, the Carnegie Museum of Pittsburgh investigated this site in a three-year survey of the entire Ohio River drainage system. In 1972, the Maryland Geographical Survey conducted excavations on the areas to be impacted by the construction of . . . Map (db m153154) HM
28 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 3 — Riverside Hotel & Knights of Pythias
Charles Liston, the town constable, was behind the bar of the Collier Hotel (now the Riverside Hotel) when rowdy drifter Lupton Frantz came in looking for Mr. Collier. Constable Liston thought he was reaching for a gun, so he shot him. The . . . Map (db m153155) HM
29 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — The Grave of Meshack Browning(1781–1859)
Born at Damascus, Maryland. Garrett County's most famous hunter, Browning wrote the book, "Forty-Four Years of the Life of a Hunter". During this time he killed two thousand deer and five hundred bear.Map (db m430) HM
30 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 1 — The Legend of Johnny Friend
In the mid-1700's, Neil Friend and his sons held land on the Virginia side of the Potomac River, where the North and South Branches join. A good location for trade with Indians but prone to flooding. A decision was made to move on to the . . . Map (db m134371) HM
31 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 7 — The Lost Settlement of Kendall
With the arrival of the train to Friendsville in 1889, the Yough Manor Lumber Co. extended the tracks upriver two miles to service a sawmill. A. Knabb and company had already set up a stave mill for barrels in 1891 and the town's name became Krug, . . . Map (db m134370) HM
32 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — The National RoadThe Road that Built the Nation — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported missing
“…so many happy people, restless in the midst of abundance.” —Alexis de Tocqueville, 1840.
Americans are an adventurous people. From past to present, they have used feet, horses, wagons, stagecoaches, . . . Map (db m200636) HM
33 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 13 — The Railroad Era and Hotels
The Confluence and Oakland Railroad (C&O) was completed between Confluence, PA and Friendsville. Upon completion, it was leased to the B&O Railroad for 99 years. In Confluence it connected with the B&O Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Chicago Railways. . . . Map (db m134353) HM
34 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 10 — The Unique Milling Company
From the beginning of recorded time people have milled grain as an important part of their diet. Along Bear Creek and the Yough several mills operated in the 1800's, using water as the power source to turn the mill stones. As soon as the railroad . . . Map (db m134355) HM
35 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — The Youghiogheny RiverA Powerful Playground
Stretched out below you is the Youghiogheny River and Reservoir. This swift and mighty river carves twisting canyons carpeted with lush evergreens. Its refreshing waters plunge over cascading waterfalls. Enticing the adventurous and luring the . . . Map (db m161550) HM
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36 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — Vietnam Memorial
When the bell tolled in Vietnam for these six brave men, it tolled also for thee. Dannie E. Nicklow Feb. 13, 1947 Mar 16, 1967 Ross Fike June 14, 1948 May 16, 1967 Charles W. Hook Dec. 20, 1946 June 17, 1967 . . . Map (db m134365) WM
37 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 18 — Walnut Street and First Avenue – F.G. Fox & Sons
As Friendsville branched out from the river, Walnut Street became the site of Frederick Fox's planing mill, then hardware store, the Post Office and a tin shop. Fred Fox was also a builder and many of the old buildings display his handiwork and were . . . Map (db m134362) HM
38 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 5 — Water Street North, Captain Elijah Monroe Friend
The land occupied by Wilderness Voyageurs was once the site of the livery stable for the Riverside Hotel. The house pictured above was the home of Captain Elijah Monroe Friend, grandson of Gabriel Friend, son of John Friend the first white . . . Map (db m153156) HM
39 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — 11 — Yough Motors, Confectionary and Bandstand
Quincy Murphy built the Yough Motor Company in the early 1900's as a full service auto repair shop offering parts and painting. Quincy's sons Ralph and Robert worked in the business as mechanics in the business as mechanics and the whole family . . . Map (db m134354) HM
40 Maryland, Garrett County, Friendsville — Youghiougheny Overlook Welcome Center Reported permanently removed
You are now in Maryland. The scene before you is the Youghiougheny River and Reservoir, a major resource for fishing, whitewater rafting, and recreation. From the Reservoir, the River flows North into Pennsylvania, where it joins the Monongahela . . . Map (db m83627) HM
41 Maryland, Garrett County, Frostburg — The Long Stretch — The Road That Built The Nation —
As they climbed into the mountains west of Frostburg, travelers entered the longest straightaway on the National Road between Cumberland and Wheeling, West Virginia. They marveled at this long ribbon of road and christened it the "Long Stretch." . . . Map (db m134376) HM
42 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — “The Little Crossings” / Castleman’s River Bridge(of the Little Youghiogeny River now called Castleman's River) / (formerly “Little Youghiogeny”)
“The Little Crossings” (of the Little Youghiogeny River now called Castleman’s River). So called by George Washington when he crossed on June 19, 1755, with General Edward Braddock on the ill-fated expedition to Fort Duquesne (Pittsburgh). . . . Map (db m167051) HM
43 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — “The Little Crossings” / Castleman’s River Bridge(of the Little Youghiogeny River now called Castleman's River) / (formerly “Little Youghiogeny”)
“The Little Crossings” (of the Little Youghiogeny River now called Castleman’s River). So called by George Washington when he crossed on June 19, 1755, with General Edward Braddock on the ill-fated expedition to Fort Duquesne (Pittsburgh). . . . Map (db m225294) HM
44 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Bear Camp
General Braddock's 6th camp on the march to Fort Duquesne Saturday and Sunday June 20th and 21st, 1755. Washington was forced to remain behind with a guard on account of "violent fevers" until cured by "Dr. James's Powders (one of the most excellent . . . Map (db m135626) HM
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45 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Bear Hill School
Originally built and situated a few miles south of Jennings, Maryland in 1913, the structure served as a school until 1952. After that date it served various church related functions. In 1994, the current owners, Robert and Shirley Hay, donated . . . Map (db m135672) HM
46 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Casselman Hotel
The Casselman is a mid 19th-century hostelry, probably built in the early 1800's by Soloman Sterner, to serve travelers on the National Road. The stylistic features of the building show strong early 1800s Federal influence, but many of the specific . . . Map (db m104844) HM
47 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Casselman River BridgeSpruce Forest Artisan Village History Walk Reported missing
When built in 1813, this structure was the largest single-span stone bridge in America. The high arch was designed to facilitate riverboat traffic on the proposed C&O Canal. However, due to the emerging railroad industry in the nineteenth century, . . . Map (db m225293) HM
48 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Casselman River Bridge State ParkBicentennial 1813-2013
Spanning the Cassleman River and supporting 200 years of hooves, boots, sleigh runners, and wheels of every type and description, the Cassleman River Bridge begins its third century on the National Road in Grantsville, Maryland. It is one of the . . . Map (db m135702) HM
49 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Casselman River Bridge State ParkBicentennial 1813-2013
Spanning the Casselman River and supporting 200 years of hooves, boots, sleigh runners, and wheels of every type and description, the Casselman River Bridge begins its third century on the National Road in Grantsville, Maryland. It is one of the . . . Map (db m167079) HM
50 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Castleman’s River Bridge / The Little Crossings(Formerly "Little Youghiogeny")
Castleman's River Bridge (Formerly "Little Youghiogeny") Erected 1813 by David Shriver, Jr., Sup't of the "Cumberland Road" (The National Road). This 80 foot span was the largest stone arch in America at the time. It was continuously . . . Map (db m100) HM
51 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Compton School
Built on New Germany Road (ca 1810-1830). Moved to Spruce Forest in 1989. Restoration made possible by a loan from Maryland Historical Trust. House donated by Cora BroadwaterMap (db m137545) HM
52 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Crash of a United States B-52 Bomber — Mountain District American Legion Monument —
This monument is dedicated to the citizens of this area who gave their time and their energy and their skill, for more than five days in sub zero weather and deep snow, to assist the air and ground rescue teams in recovering the victims of a crash . . . Map (db m71195) HM
53 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Early InnsGrantsville — A Heritage of Hospitality —
The Casselman Inn. You are standing in front of the Casselman Inn, which was opened in 1842 by Solomon Sterner. This establishment has also been known as Sterner House, Drovers' Inn, Farmers' Hotel and Dorsey Hotel. There was a large outdoor . . . Map (db m360) HM
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54 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — General Braddock’s 5th Camp
On the march to Fort Duquesne June 19th, 1755. By Washington’s advice, Braddock pushed forward from Little Meadows to this camp with 1200 chosen men and officers leaving the heavy artillery and baggage behind to follow by easy stages under Colonel . . . Map (db m357) HM
55 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Glotfelty House
Built in 1776 on the road between Salisbury and Pocahontas, Pa. by Solomon Glotfelty, as part of a larger log structure. Moved to Penn Alps in 1972 to be used as an artisan's studio.Map (db m137543) HM
56 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — GrantsvilleA Heritage of Hospitality — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported permanently removed
When the National Road came through here in 1815, this settlement was a half mile away along the old Braddock Road. This “New Grantsville” developed just west of the Casselman Bridge, completed a few years earlier. About a dozen . . . Map (db m477) HM
57 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Keyser's RidgeLiving with Extreme Weather — The Road That Built The Nation —
"I saw the wind blow so hard on Keyser's Ridge, that it took six men to hold the hair on one man's head."
In the early days of the National Road, this stretch was often "snowed up" with drifts up to twenty feet . . . Map (db m153157) HM
58 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Leo J. BeachyPhotographing the National Road — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported permanently removed
“My camera lens does not lie. It took just what it saw, no more, no less.” –Leo Beachy
Leo J. Beachy (1874–1927) left us a special legacy. One of seven children raised on a farm named Mt. Nebo, he lived in . . . Map (db m431) HM
59 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Leo J. BeachyPhotographing the National Road — The Road That Built The Nation —
“My camera lens does not lie. It took just what it saw, no more, no less.” –Leo Beachy
Leo J. Beachy (1874–1927) left us a special legacy. One of seven children raised on a farm named Mt. Nebo, he lived in . . . Map (db m243572) HM
60 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Little Meadows
General Braddock's 4th camp on the march to Fort Duquesne June 17, 1755. Washington arrived here after Braddock's defeat July 15th, 1755. Washington also stopped here May 9th, 1754, July 7th or 8th, 1754, October 1st, 1770, November 26th, 1770 and . . . Map (db m361) HM
61 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Markley House
First built north of Salisbury, PA. prior to 1775 by John Markley on an 800-acre tract granted by the King of England. Marked and moved to a new site prior to 1885, and then to Penn Alps in 1985.Map (db m137548) HM
62 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Mountain Maryland Gateway to the WestGarrett County, Maryland
(Logo for Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West, Garrett County) (7 small color images of structures and landscapes. 1 large color image of the Cassleman River Bridge.) Transportation Transportation features include Garrett . . . Map (db m168096) HM
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63 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Mountain Maryland Gateway to the WestGarrett County, Maryland
[Side 1] Gateway to the West The overarching theme in the Heritage Area is Garrett County's relationship to the opening and development of America's western frontier in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. In fact Garrett County is . . . Map (db m223083) HM
64 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Negro MountainThe Highest Point on the National Road — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported permanently removed
You have reached the highest point on the National Road. Here, in the far western mountains of Maryland is the backbone of eastern America. In 1817, the National Road construction crew took on the challenge of crossing this tough terrain by . . . Map (db m5409) HM
65 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Negro MountainThe Highest Point on the National Road — The Road That Built The Nation —
You have reached the highest point on the National Road. Here, in the far western mountains of Maryland is the backbone of eastern America. In 1817, the National Road construction crew took on the challenge of crossing this tough terrain by . . . Map (db m236979) HM
66 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — New Germany LakeNew Germany State Park — Friends of New Germany —
Long before 1930, thirteen acres of low-lying land in the village of New Germany was flooded and dammed. An earthen dam was constructed, largely through the efforts of John Swauger, to hold back the waters of Poplar Lick Run for the operation of . . . Map (db m61167) HM
67 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Robert Lee Payne
In memory of Robert Lee Payne, Major U.S.A.F., who died here from the crash of a B-52 Jan. 13, 1964. A kind and loving husband and father.Map (db m67300) HM
68 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Schrock Cabin
Build about 1930 as a woodland retreat and writer's studio for Alta Schrock near her parental home at Niverton, Pa. of materials provided by her father. Moved to Penn Alps in 1970.Map (db m137553) HM
69 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Site of the National Pike Blacksmith ShopSpruce Forest Artisan Village History Walk
This was the site of a blacksmith ship for shoeing horses and servicing stagecoaches, freighters and Conestogas on the National Road. Up to fourteen coaches per day, each way, passed here during the peak season. Traffic was often so heavy that the . . . Map (db m137552) HM
70 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Stanton’s MillSpruce Forest Artisan Village History Walk
In 1797, Thomas Stanton conveyed water rights to Jesse Tomlinson, and Tomlinson built the first grist mill on the site of Col. Dunbar's 1755 hospital encampment. The mill was prime reason for settlement in this area. In addition to being an . . . Map (db m438) HM
71 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Swauger MillNew Germany State Park — Friends of New Germany —
In 1850, this land was the site of a three-story gristmill, which processed wheat, buckwheat and cornmeal for the people who lived in the village of New Germany. John Swauger built the gristmill piece by piece, using hardwood from his own property, . . . Map (db m61169) HM
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72 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The Fuller-Baker HouseA Rare Log Building with a Pedigree — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported permanently removed
This humble log cabin is a rare survivor of a common dwelling built by early settlers on the Allegheny frontier. Built after 1813 as a two-story log building, its large size has led some to believe it was once used as a tavern, giving respite to . . . Map (db m4921) HM
73 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The Fuller-Baker HouseA Rare Log Building with a Pedigree — The Road That Built The Nation —
This humble log cabin is a rare survivor of a common dwelling built by early settlers on the Allegheny frontier. Built after 1813 as a two-story log building, its large size has led some to believe it was once used as a tavern, giving respite to . . . Map (db m243583) HM
74 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The Miller House
Built by Benedict Miller, Amish Bishop an Patriarch, and his son Joel B., in 1855 near what is now Springs, PA. Moved to Penn Alps campus in 1986 and restored in 1987 as an Anabaptist Peace Center as well as a memorial to the early Millers' walk of . . . Map (db m137550) HM
75 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The National PikeSpruce Forest Artisan Village History Walk
In 1806 Congress authorized and funded the construction of a National Road from Cumberland, MD to the Ohio River at Wheeling, WV. This National Road, also known as the National Pike or Cumberland Road, was our nation's first highway and truly the . . . Map (db m84794) HM
76 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The National RoadThe Road that Built the Nation
"…so many happy people, restless in the midst of abundance." Alexis de Tocqueville, 1840
Americans are an adventurous people. From past to present, they have used feet, horses, wagons, . . . Map (db m134374) HM
77 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The National Road — The Road That Built The Nation —
"…so many happy people, restless in the midst of abundance." Alexis de Tocqueville, 1840
Americans are an adventurous people. From past to present, they have used feet, horses, wagons, . . . Map (db m243573) HM
78 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The Original Tombstone of Solomon Glotfelty
This is the original tombstone of Swiss immigrant, Solomon Glotfelty. It was located in the Old Union Cemetery, Salisbury, PA. Notice the misspelling of "Glotfelty". For more information about this family, check inside or contact The Caster . . . Map (db m153158) HM
79 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — The State LineLast Stop in Maryland — The Road That Built The Nation —
Here in America's first interstate highway enters Pennsylvania. The National Road started in Cumberland, connected to a series of privately funded turnpikes from Baltimore, and eventually wound its way through four states to Illinois. . . . Map (db m235243) HM
80 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Traveling the National RoadGrantsville — A Heritage of Hospitality —
Granstville's Main Street, designated today as Alt. Route 40, was once part of the National Road, the country's first federally funded highway. Visit our Town Park to learn more about the history of the National Road. Traffic on the National . . . Map (db m177981) HM
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81 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Winterburg House
Built in 1820 in Grantsville, Md. as a stagecoach stop on the Old National Pike. Food, drink, sleeping accommodations and tickets were for sale here. Reconstructed at Penn Alps in 1967.Map (db m137554) HM
82 Maryland, Garrett County, Grantsville — Yoder House
The Yoder House is being built to preserve and share the Yoder story. The House of Yoder, nonprofit, tax exempt corporation was formed and construction followed ground breaking on October 21, 1995. Work progressed as donated funds and labor became . . . Map (db m98537) HM
83 Maryland, Garrett County, Keysers Ridge — Keyser’s RidgeLiving with Extreme Weather — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported permanently removed
“I saw the wind blow so hard on Keyser’s Ridge, that it took six men to hold the hair on one man’s head.”
In the early days of the National Road, this stretch was often “snowed up” with drifts up to twenty . . . Map (db m514) HM
84 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — Civilian Conservation Corps1933 - 1942
A nationwide program established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to perform emergency natural resource conservation work on public lands. The C C C employed millions during the depression and set the standards for the development of our State and . . . Map (db m206732) HM
85 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — Col. James McHenry of Baltimore(1753 - 1816)
Aide to Gen. George Washington during the revolution, McHenry was a physician, signer of the constitution from Maryland and Secretary of War from 1796-1800. Named in his honor was the Baltimore fort that withstood the British bombardment Sept. . . . Map (db m57) HM
86 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — Deep Creek LakeGarrett County
Property of the Youghiogheny Hydro Electric Corporation of the Associated Gas and Electric System. Lake under the supervision of the Conservation Department of Maryland. The following streams flow into the lake: Deep and Cherry Creeks, North and . . . Map (db m58) HM
87 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — Gettysburg CampaignInvasion & Retreat Reported permanently removed
After stunning victories at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, Virginia, early in May 1863, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee carried the war through Maryland, across the Mason and Dixon Line and into Pennsylvania. His infantry marched north . . . Map (db m2170) HM
88 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — Thayer Game Refuge Reported missing
1029 acres, purchased June 28, 1927, from John O. Thayer; from Hunter's License Fund, for the purpose of propagating game.Map (db m396) HM
89 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — The National RoadThe Road that Built the Nation — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation — Reported permanently removed
“. . . so many happy people, restless in the midst of abundance.” —Alexis de Tocqueville, 1840. Americans are an adventurous people. From past to present, they have used feet, horses, wagons, stagecoaches, canals, . . . Map (db m2171) HM
90 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — The National RoadThe Road that Built the Nation
"…so many happy people, restless in the midst of abundance." Alexis de Tocqueville, 1840
Americans are an adventurous people. From past to present, they have used feet, horses, wagons, . . . Map (db m235064) HM
91 Maryland, Garrett County, McHenry — Western MarylandAt the Crossroads of Conflict
When Civil War divided the nation, Maryland found itself on the conflict's pivotal border between North and South. Today, you can trace history along Maryland's Civil War Trail driving tours. Learn about people just like yourself, caught in the . . . Map (db m235065) HM
92 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — B&O Railroad StationMountain Lake Park
Absolutely crucial to the success of the unique town of Mountain Lake Park was without question its B&O Railroad station, the point at which hundreds of summer residents and visitors, after departing the extreme head and humidity of . . . Map (db m235198) HM
93 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — Flag Monument
Provided by the Sons of the American Revolution — Little Meadows Chapter — and the Daughters of the American Revolution — Youghiogheny Glades Chapter — in memory of of the sacrifice and vision of our patriot ancestors in the founding of the . . . Map (db m235126) WM
94 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — Garrett County Road Workers' Strike
On April 7, 1970, 139 employees of the Garrett County Roads Department went on strike asking the Garrett County Commissioners to recognize their affiliation with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). After months . . . Map (db m235204) HM
95 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — Garrett County's Honored War DeadWorld War II
Pfc. James D. Adams • Pvt. Bernard K. Bachtel • Pvt. John C. Barnard • 2nd Lt. William E. Barnard • Pfc. Edward A. Batemen • T/4 Kenneth F. Beckman • Pfc. Howard E. Bever • Pf. Richard E. Bever • Pfc. Halrand E. Bittinger • Pfc. . . . Map (db m139060) WM
96 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — Hotel Paradise
"Although there was no murders and - alas! - no Sheriff DeGheyn, Hotel Paradise is otherwise the story of my 12-year-old life." Martha Grimes
Hotel Paradise (1996), the title of one of renowned author . . . Map (db m235193) HM
97 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — 115 — Julia Walker RuhlRoad to the 19th Amendment — National Votes for Women Trail —
Summer home of West Virginia suffragist, State President of Equal Suffrage Association 1917-1920 & League of Women Voters 1920Map (db m235066) HM
98 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — Remembering Sept. 10, 1959
Janet Deem • Nancy Deem • Merle Harvey • Nancy Harvey • Richard Hinkle • Lee Hoffman • Shirley Lee Dedicated to the memory of the precious children who lost their lives at this railroad crossing, in one of the nation's worst school . . . Map (db m235203) HM
99 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — The Amphitheater
The Amphitheater, or New Auditorium, was constructed in 1899, dedicated in 1900, and was considered Mountain Lake Park's most notable asset. Other resort areas had invigorating mountain air, noble oak trees, and no mosquitoes, bur . . . Map (db m235087) HM
100 Maryland, Garrett County, Mountain Lake Park — The Assembly Hall
Because the founder of Mountain Lake Park envisioned the town being a destination point for persons seeking recreation, education, cultural enrichment, and religious experiences, one of the first structures erected was an auditorium—a gathering . . . Map (db m235128) HM

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