Historical Markers and War Memorials in Parkton, Maryland
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On York Road (Maryland Route 45) north of Stablers Church Road, on the left when traveling north.
A tribute to recognize the sacrifices made by the mothers, fathers and family members whose sons and daughters served for the freedom of America — — Map (db m240369) WM
On Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail, 0.1 miles north of Frederick Road, on the left when traveling north.
At some point in the mid 1700s, a farmer by the name of Parke laid off a portion of his farm into building lots. Thus the village of Parkton came into being. Two notable events helped Parkton become a major commerce center between Baltimore and . . . — — Map (db m240371) HM
Near Dairy Road, 0.4 miles west of York Road (Maryland Route 45), on the left when traveling west.
The spot where you are standing was once one of the busiest centers for the Northern Central Railroad in the state of Maryland. There were two 90 railroad car sidings, two crossover switches, three locomotive sidings for repairs and storage, a wye . . . — — Map (db m152205) HM
On Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail at York Road, on the left when traveling south on Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail.
Points of Interest
Monkton Train Station
The restored 1898 Monkton Train Station (located at 1820 Monkton Road, Monkton, MD 2111) serves as a museum, gift shop and Ranger Station. It's a great place to learn about the history of the . . . — — Map (db m240370) HM
On Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail at Dairy Road, on the right when traveling north on Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail.
Railroad History Notes
The trail's railroad past remains evident in many of the fixtures and markers along the trail today. Railroad enthusiasts will enjoy visiting the historic Monkton Train Station, now a park visitor center and railroad . . . — — Map (db m240372) HM
On York Road (Maryland Route 45) north of Stablers Church Road, on the right when traveling north.
Highly effective undercover agent during WWII. Declared by Gestapo the most dangerous Allied spy. Grew up at Box Horn Farm nearby. Hunting accident forced partial amputation of leg, barring her from a career in the U.S. Foreign Service. She played . . . — — Map (db m199023) HM