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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Howard County, Maryland

 
Clickable Map of Howard 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 Howard County, MD (143) Anne Arundel County, MD (468) Baltimore County, MD (335) Carroll County, MD (210) Frederick County, MD (558) Montgomery County, MD (747) Prince George s County, MD (644)  HowardCounty(143) Howard County (143)  AnneArundelCounty(468) Anne Arundel County (468)  BaltimoreCounty(335) Baltimore County (335)  CarrollCounty(210) Carroll County (210)  FrederickCounty(558) Frederick County (558)  MontgomeryCounty(747) Montgomery County (747)  PrinceGeorge'sCounty(644) Prince George's County (644)
Ellicott City is the county seat for Howard County
Adjacent to Howard County, Maryland
      Anne Arundel County (468)  
      Baltimore County (335)  
      Carroll County (210)  
      Frederick County (558)  
      Montgomery County (747)  
      Prince George's County (644)  
 
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1 Maryland, Howard County, Annapolis Junction — Annapolis and Elk Ridge Railroad
On Dorsey Run Road at Junction Drive, on the left when traveling south on Dorsey Run Road.
Began service in 1840 between Annapolis and the Washington Branch of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad at Annapolis Junction. Sponsored by the state, the line was a key route for travel to and from the capital. During the Civil War it was used by Union . . . Map (db m80024) HM
2 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — Adam the First
On Waterloo Road (Maryland Route 108) at Richard Valley Road, on the right when traveling north on Waterloo Road.
The first large land grant in what is now Howard County. Patented October 1, 1687 to Adam Shipley who came to Maryland from England in 1668. This marks a section of the western boundary of the 500 acre grant. A Shipley family cemetery is located . . . Map (db m226102) HM
3 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — Christ Episcopal Church“Old Brick” — 1711 —
On Oakland Mills Road at Dobbin Road, on the right when traveling south on Oakland Mills Road.
Original log chapel of ease, Queen Anne’s Parish, erected on “New Years Gift,” a present from the Proprietary to Edward Dorsey and Charles Carroll. Improved and made Queen Caroline Parish Church, 1728. First rector, James McGill, served . . . Map (db m3183) HM
4 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — James W. Rouse
On Wilde Lake Loop, 0.1 miles south of Hyla Brook Road, on the left when traveling east.
To James W. Rouse From the residents of Columbia on its 10th anniversary in honor of his visionary genius and dedication that made possible the dream that is ColumbiaMap (db m152265) HM
5 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — Oakland ManorHome of the Howard Dragoons
Near Vantage Point Road, 0.2 miles Little Patuxent Parkway, on the right when traveling south.
Oakland was the family home of George R. Gaither, a successful Baltimore merchant who purchased the property in 1838. His son, George R. Gaither, Jr., served as captain of a local militia unit, the Howard Dragoons (mounted infrantrymen). Most of . . . Map (db m5287) HM
6 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — The Granite QuarriesPatuxent Branch Trail
Near Old Guilford Road, 0 miles south of Guilford Road when traveling south.
Granite was quarried in the Guilford area beginning in the 1830s and continuing until 1925 - a span of almost a century. As the nearby cities of Baltimore and Washington expanded, there was a need for quality building stone for structures and . . . Map (db m20501) HM
7 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — The Little Patuxent RiverPatuxent Branch Trail
Near Old Guilford Road, 0 miles south of Guilford Road when traveling south.
River Facts • The Little Patuxent River begins in Howard County near Alpha Ridge. • It is joined by the Middle Patuxent River near Savage. • It continues south to join the Patuxent River near Crofton in Anne Arundel County. • The total . . . Map (db m20504) HM
8 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — The Patuxent Branch of the B&O RailroadPatuxent Branch Trail
Near Old Guilford Road, 0 miles Guilford Road.
[picture of steam locomotive] Steam locomotive. A small saddle-tanker locomotive pushed and pulled freight cars around in the quarry, and hauled heavy loads of granite to the main line of the railroad. The saddle-tanker had a water tank that . . . Map (db m20499) HM
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9 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — The Pratt Through-Truss BridgePatuxent Branch Trail
Near Old Guilford Road, 0 miles Guilford Road.
History: Railroad expansion in the 19th century required strong, dependable bridges to carry trains over ravines and rivers. Early bridges were built of stone that was sturdy but expensive. Timber bridges often had to be replaced as wood . . . Map (db m20498) HM
10 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — The Town of GuilfordPatuxent Branch Trail
Near Old Guilford Road, 0 miles south of Guilford Road.
History Once, a thriving community prospered here along the banks of the Little Patuxent River. Guilford was a center for milling, quarrying, and cotton=cloth production in the late 18th through the early 20th centuries. It featured . . . Map (db m19884) HM
11 Maryland, Howard County, Columbia — Wilde LakeJune 21, 1967
On Wilde Lake Loop, 0.1 miles south of Hyla Brook Road, on the left when traveling west.
. . . Map (db m152264) HM
12 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Cooksville
On Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97) at Old Frederick Road (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling north on Roxbury Mills Road.
Site of a skirmish between confederate cavalry commanded by General J.E.B. Stuart, and Maryland militia on June 29, 1863. The Confederates easily defeated their opposition and continued northwardly towards Hood’s Mill and Westminster.Map (db m936) HM
13 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — CooksvilleSaving the Guns — Gettysburg Campaign —
On Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97) at Old Frederick Road (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling north on Roxbury Mills Road.
When Confederate Gen. J.E.B. Stuart led his cavalry division north across the Potomac River into Maryland in June 1863, about 400 Federals and civilians were captured and then paroled in Brookeville. At the same time, Confederate Gen. Fitzhugh . . . Map (db m937) HM
14 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Cooksville High School1935-1949
On Roxbury Mills or Washington Road (Maryland Route 97) 0.9 miles south of Old Frederick Road (Maryland Route 144).
Site of the first public high school for African Americans in Howard County. Original site of Warfield Academy, became Mount Gregory School in 1867 for African Americans and was the genesis of Mount Gregory Church. Was a public elementary school by . . . Map (db m938) HM
15 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Dr. Charles Alexander Warfield(1751-1813)
On Carrs Mill Road at Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97), on the right when traveling east on Carrs Mill Road.
The grave of this Revolutionary War patriot is near this site. A member of the Sons of Liberty, he participated in the burning of the brig “Peggy Stewart,” at Annapolis, October 19, 1774, and also served as a major in the Elkridge . . . Map (db m3184) HM
16 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Gettysburg CampaignInvasion & Retreat
On Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97) at Old Frederick Road (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling north on Roxbury Mills Road.
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 through . . . Map (db m935) HM
17 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Mount Gregory United Methodist Church Bell
On Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97) 0.1 miles south of Millers Mill Road, on the left when traveling south.
Mt. Gregory UMC was founded in the basement of an old-stone building known as Warfield Academy around 1867. In 1897 ground was broken to build the existing sanctuary that still serves as our place of worship today. This bell, which was mounted on . . . Map (db m188492) HM
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18 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Roberts InnA 200-Year-Old Turnpike Tavern
On Frederick Road (Maryland Route 144) just west of Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97), on the right when traveling west.
Robert Inn is one of several 19th-century taverns still standing along Frederick Turnpike, also known as MD 144. Reaching here by 1808, the roadway connected Baltimore with Frederick and western Maryland. The new turnpike quickly became popular . . . Map (db m147265) HM
19 Maryland, Howard County, Cooksville — Simpson & Mount Gregory United Methodist ChurchesCreating a Unified Community of Strength — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation —
On Roxbury Mills Road (Maryland Route 97) 0.1 miles south of Millers Mill Road, on the left when traveling south.
Methodist churches were a source of inspiration for the budding African-American community as people moved westward along the Baltimore and Frederick-Town Turnpike, part of the National Road system. Both enslaved and free African-Americans . . . Map (db m188490) HM
20 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Back to Nature in the Patapsco Valley
On Ridge Road, on the right when traveling east.
"[On] any weekend [you] will find from 20 to 25 of our faithful band of Gypsies enjoying nature to its fullest extent … Enjoying watching the change in foliage from week to week, taking dips in the old Patapsco river in spite of frost, . . . Map (db m73599) HM
21 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Besley Demonstration Campsite
Near Washington Boulevard (U.S. 1) at South Street.
Recreational camping on Maryland's public lands began near this spot about 1916. Maryland's first state forester, Fred W. Besley, encouraged the public to participate in outdoor recreation on state forest lands in an effort to foster an appreciation . . . Map (db m8772) HM
22 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Elk Ridge Landing
On Old Washington Road, 0.1 miles south of Washington Boulevard (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling south.
An important colonial port for shipment of Tobacco. Here in 1765 Zachariah Hood, Maryland’s “Stamp Act” agent, was hanged in effigy. Lafayette’s troops camped here April 17-18, 1781 on the way to engage Cornwallis in Virginia. George . . . Map (db m3144) HM
23 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Elk Ridge Landing
On Washington Boulevard (U.S. 1) 0.2 miles south of South Street, on the right when traveling south.
An important colonial port for shipment of Tobacco. Here in 1765 Zachariah Hood, Maryland’s “Stamp Act” agent, was hanged in effigy. Lafayette’s troops camped here April 17-18, 1781 on the way to engage Cornwallis in Virginia. George . . . Map (db m3145) HM
24 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Elkridge Furnace Inn"Neighborhood Parlor" for Healing
On Furnace Avenue, 0.1 miles west of Railroad Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
On May 5, 1861, U.S. Gen. Benjamin F. Butler occupied Relay, Maryland, with the 8th New York and 6th Massachusetts Infantry Regiments and Cook's Boston Battery of light artillery. Their mission was to prevent Confederate sympathizers from . . . Map (db m5876) HM
25 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Elkridge Furnace Inn"Neighborhood Parlor" for Healing
On Furnace Avenue, 0.1 miles east of Railroad Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
On May 5, 1861, the 8th New York and 6th Massachusetts Infantry Regiments and Cook's Boston Battery of light artillery occupied the heights around you. Their mission was to prevent Confederate sympathizers from sabotaging the strategic Thomas . . . Map (db m150570) HM
26 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Elkridge LandingGrowth and Prosperity, 1800-1900
On Furnace Avenue at Riverwatch Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Furnace Avenue.
Elkridge During the Nineteenth Century The nineteenth century began with economic decline before years of rapid growth and prosperity transformed Elkridge. During the eighteenth century, the Patapsco River served as the economic lifeblood of . . . Map (db m150571) HM
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27 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Elkridge LandingFounding and Early Commerce, 1733-1800
On Furnace Avenue at Riverwatch Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Furnace Avenue.
Origins of Elkridge The first mention of the Elkridge Hundred can be found in the 1702 Baltimore County Tax List. In 1733, the Maryland Assembly passed an act authorizing the establishment of a town, called "Jansen-Town," located "at and about . . . Map (db m150573) HM
28 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Herman F. Prehn
On Furnace Avenue just south of Bushwaker Way, on the right when traveling south.
In Memory Of: Herman F. Prehn 1929 - 2012 The Founder of: The Elkridge Love Mission 5646 Furnace Avenue Elkridge, MDMap (db m150569) HM
29 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Orange Grove: A Small Neighborly Community
On River Road, on the right when traveling east.
"Life was quite and serene. The difference between then and now much like the difference between the raucous blare of the Diesel horn and friendly warmth of the whistle on a distant locomotive." - Thomas Phillips, Orange Grove in 1900 . . . Map (db m73255) HM
30 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Patapsco Valley State Park
Near River Road at Rockburn Hill Road, on the right when traveling west.
Welcome to Patapsco Valley State Park, Maryland's first state park. Founded as a forest reserve in 1907, Patapsco has accommodated vacationers and daily park users since the mid-1910s. Totaling more than 14,000 acres, Patapsco is currently . . . Map (db m150576) HM
31 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Site of Roadsend Gardens
On Montgomery Road, on the right when traveling south.
Home of Spencer Heath (1876-1963), inventory of variable pitch airplane propeller, noted engineer, lawyer, author, and horticulturist.Map (db m5869) HM
32 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Supreme Sacrifice
On Old Washington Road, 0.2 miles north of Hanover Road, on the right when traveling north.
Erected in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice and in honor of those who served in the Armed Forces of our country.Map (db m8777) WM
33 Maryland, Howard County, Elkridge — Welcome to Rockburn Branch ParkHistory
Near Rockburn Path west of Clover Path, on the left when traveling west.
Clover Hill Farm House A portion of the South Area of the park is to be dedicated to interpreting the historical contributions of founding families of the country. Various historic structures are going to be moved or re-created on site . . . Map (db m132967) HM
34 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — “Great Panes”Ca. 1860
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Tiber Alley, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
Originally owned by Thomas McCrea, by 1887 sewing machines and notions were sold here. Later home to Goldberg’s Store, among others, including Caplan’s Dept. Store during its 1925 renovations. Stucco was added to the 3-story brick and stone building . . . Map (db m111761) HM
35 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Andrew Ellicott
Near Old Columbia Pike.
‹Andrew Ellicott› was born in Bucks Co., Pennsylvania, 1st month, 22nd, 1733; to which place his grandfather emigrated from near Falmouth, England about the year 1700. Soon after his marrying to ‹Mary Fox›, Andrew moved from his mills . . . Map (db m112433) HM
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36 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — B&O Railroad StationKeep Supplies Moving
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Maryland Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Main Street. Reported permanently removed.
One of the first railroads in the country, constructed in 1830 of wooden rails that carried horse-drawn cars, extended from Baltimore to Ellicott's Mills. This station was built the next year, and soon steel rails replaced wooden ones as the . . . Map (db m29961) HM
37 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — B&O Railroad StationKeep Supplies Moving
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Maryland Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
When the Civil War began, the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad became a vital transportation route for the Federal armies, with men and supplies passing by this station day and night. To protect the line, local businessman Thomas McGowan raised the . . . Map (db m144727) HM
38 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Baltimore and Frederick Turnpike Milestone
On Frederick Road just east of Maryland Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
This milestone shows the distance, in miles, from the Baltimore courthouse to Ellicott City on the Baltimore and Frederick Turnpike, a toll road. The turnpike company was chartered in 1805 and the road was completed in 1818. The markers, made of . . . Map (db m144717) HM
39 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Baltimore Regional TrailA House Divided — War on the Chesapeake Bay
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Hamilton Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street. Reported permanently removed.
During the Civil War, Baltimore and its environs exemplified the divided loyalties of Maryland's residents. The city had commercial ties to the South as well as the North, and its secessionist sympathies erupted in violence on April 19, 1861, when . . . Map (db m192) HM
40 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Baltimore Regional TrailA House Divided — War on the Chesapeake Bay —
On Hamilton Street just west of Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling west.
During the Civil War, Baltimore and its environs exemplified the divided loyalties of Maryland's residents. The city had commercial ties to the South as well as the North, and its secessionist sympathies erupted in violence on April 19, 1861, when . . . Map (db m144730) HM
41 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Collier's Grist MillCA 1860
On Tiber Alley.
A stone mill for processing grain through mid to late 1800's. A wooden bridge was used to cross the Tiber to get to Main St. In the 1890's, Herman Shriver formed a company with local investors to begin using the mill's water power and steam to . . . Map (db m177887) HM
42 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Day-French-Puhl HouseCa 1842
On Old Columbia Pike, on the left when traveling north.
Day, a master stone mason, purchased this lot from the Ellicotts an built this federal style home, one of the oldest brick structures in the district. Rear and side additions were prior to 1887. Later home to the French’s for many years, then . . . Map (db m112257) HM
43 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Decatur DorseyCivil War Hero
On Main Street at Rogers Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Main Street.
Howard County native Decatur Dorsey was one of only sixteen African American soldiers to received the Medal of Honor for courage under fire during the Civil War. Sgt. Dorsey, of Company B, 39th United States Colored Troops, earned his medal at the . . . Map (db m5756) HM
44 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Disney’s TavernCa. 1790
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling west.
Deborah Disney ran her tavern, a popular gathering place for men, on this site from 1840-1862. The building continued as a tavern thought the late 19th century. Later a fabric store, women's boutique, and antique bookstore, it is one of the oldest . . . Map (db m111737) HM
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45 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — During the Civil War
On River Road, on the right when traveling west.
During the Civil War, Union troops stationed here guarded the viaduct against destruction by southern forces. The viaduct stands today as originally built, 612 feet long, 28 feet wide, and curving in a graceful four degree arc across the Patapsco. . . . Map (db m73577) HM
46 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Ellicott City Station, 1831The B&O Railroad Museum
Near Maryland Avenue. Reported permanently removed.
The Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad's Ellicott City complex was the heart and soul of a bustling industrial and agricultural community once known as Ellicott’s Mills. The railroad built several structures on or near the site, including Oliver . . . Map (db m112255) HM
47 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department
On Main Street at Hill Street, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
. . . Map (db m20589) HM
48 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Ellicott’s MillsA Town Divided
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Ellicott Mills Drive, on the right on Main Street.
By the 1850s, a prosperous community was located here around the Ellicott family gristmills and ironworks established in the 1770s. When the Civil War began in 1861, the town's population exceeded 2,000. Although the mill workers and merchants of . . . Map (db m37545) HM
49 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Ellicott’s Upper Mills1775
On Old Frederick Road, 1.5 miles east of Rogers Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Joseph Ellicott (who with his brothers Andrew and John had established Ellicott’s Lower Mills, now Ellicott City, on the Patapsco River in 1772) built the Upper Mills and his home on “Fountaindale” near this spot in 1775. Remaining . . . Map (db m3185) HM
50 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Fells Lane Community
On Ellicotts Mills Drive at Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling north on Ellicotts Mills Drive.
You are standing at the site of the historic African American neighborhood of Fells Lane. The homes were demolished n the 1970s, and the street renamed Fels, after community activists fought for the construction of a new neighborhood. This . . . Map (db m147392) HM
51 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Fire House AnnexCa 1963
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144).
By 1963 the fire station’s larger and more modern equipment required more space. This building annex was erected in order to provide the needed overflow storage unit relocation to the new Fire Station on Montgomery Road in 1997. This building, along . . . Map (db m111804) HM
52 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Floral Pressings & LegaciesThe Patapsco Female Institute — A Living History & Heritage Site —
Near Church Road west of Sylvan Lane, on the left when traveling west.
A major part of the PFI curriculum under Principal Almira Hart Lincoln Phelps was the study of botany. Terraced gardens throughout the grounds provided the students with a living classroom to learn first-hand about the features of different . . . Map (db m205781) HM
53 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Friends Meeting House and Graveyard
On Old Columbia Pike, 0.2 miles south of Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
After founding the town of Ellicotts Mills in 1772, the Ellicott brothers established this burying ground in 1795 and built the adjacent Friends Meeting House in 1800.Map (db m112272) HM
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54 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Howard County Courthouse, 1843National Park Service Underground Railroad — Network to Freedom —
Near Court Avenue.
The 1843 Howard County Courthouse, Located on Court Avenue in the Historic District of Ellicott City, Maryland, was the location for judicial proceedings related to legal cases involving those charged with encouraging enslaved persons to run away. . . . Map (db m111703) HM
55 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Howard County Jail, 1851National Park Service Underground Railroad — Network to Freedom —
Near Court Place, on the left when traveling south.
The Howard County Jail, located at 1 Emory Street, in the Historic District of Ellicott City, Maryland, was the location where freedom seekers and those charged with encouraging enslaved persons to run away or rise up against their masters or . . . Map (db m111721) HM
56 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Hunt's General Store & Millinery ShopCa 1840
On Main Street near Tiber Alley, on the left when traveling east.
Three homes, built in simple cut stone and frame style, on lots purchased in the 1834 lottery. In the 1840's the Hunt siblings used the lower sections as a millinery shop and dry goods/grocery story, using the large display window. Later uses: a . . . Map (db m87427) HM
57 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — John Ellicott
Near Old Columbia Pike.
‹John Ellicott›, brother of Andrew, born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 12th month, 28th, 1739 and removed with his brother Andrew from their mills in Bucks Co., 5th month, 16th, 1771, ‹to Baltimore County, Maryland› Here they built mills . . . Map (db m112434) HM
58 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — John Williams HouseCa 1835
On Main Street west of Tiber Alley, on the left when traveling east.
This three-story frame home was built by John Williams, who won the lot in the 1834 land lottery. Later owners included Henry Wooten, a prominent lawyer and Confederate Civil War veteran. The building was remodeled after Hurricane Agnes in the . . . Map (db m87392) HM
59 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Jonathan Ellicott BuildingCa 1839
On Main Street west of Court Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Built by Jonathan Ellicott, John Day used this building as a store and a home in the 1850s. Dr. Thomas B. Owings moved here after death of his wife and six of his children in the 1868 flood. More recently this building has housed many dentists, . . . Map (db m98461) HM
60 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Koreatown
On Baltimore National Pike (U.S. 40) 0.1 miles east of Plumtree Drive, on the right when traveling east.
A hanok (Korean: 한옥, 韓屋) is a traditional Korean house. Hanok were first designed and built in the 14th century during the Joseon Dynasty. History A hanok is a Korean house which was . . . Map (db m205780) HM
61 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — MacAlpine3621 MacAlpine Road
On MacAlpine Road, 0.1 miles south of Frederick Road, on the left when traveling south.
MacAlpine circa 1868 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m142381) HM
62 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — MaryLandscapes
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Ellicott Mills Drive, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
The Bay is part of a vast interconnected ecosystem. Everything done on land affects the Bay and the plants and animals that live there. Who is affected by the health of the Chesapeake Bay? The 48 major rivers, 100 smaller rivers, and . . . Map (db m149) HM
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63 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Mile Marker 14
On Baltimore National Pike (Route 40) at Frederick Road, on the right when traveling east on Baltimore National Pike.
You are standing at Mile Marker 14, a historic stone marker located at the intersection of US Route 40 and MD 144, formerly known as the Pine Orchard hamlet. Although it has worn away over time, hand-chiseled letters read 14 M To B, meaning 14 . . . Map (db m179225) HM
64 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Mill Town HistoryDaniels, Maryland
On Daniels Road, 1 mile north of Old Frederick Road, on the right when traveling north.
You now stand in front of Gary Memorial United Methodist Church, one of the remaining structures built during an era when the mill towns not only produced the commerce of trade, but also developed communities that would shape the lives of . . . Map (db m71332) HM
65 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Miller ChevroletCa 1930
Near Main Street (Maryland Route 144).
In the 1930’s Charles Miller built a new showroom for his Chevrolet dealership here before relocating to Route 40. In 1968 Stromberg Publishing consolidated its offices, warehouse and printing operation here for its Ellicott City then Howard County . . . Map (db m111834) HM
66 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Mount Idaca 1828
Near Sarahs Lane.
William Ellicott commissioned architect N. G. Starkweather and builder C. Timanus to build this home of rubble stone, stuccoed in old Maryland Gold. In the 1850's. Home to Judge John Snowden Tyson, whose surviving maiden daughter Ida lived here . . . Map (db m74280) HM
67 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — New Fire Station & Transit Terminal
On Main Street west of Court Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In 1939 this new brick, two-story fire house was built. Fire Department historian B H Shipley, Jr and bride resided on the 2nd floor for seven years. It was also a trolley terminal. The HoCo Volunteer Fire Dept. operated here until 1997, when the . . . Map (db m98462) HM
68 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Old Court House, 1840:National Park Service Underground Railroad — Network to Freedom
Near Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Ellicott Mills Drive. Reported missing.
The first Howard County Courthouse, located in the historic district of Ellicott City Maryland, was a pre-existing structure rented by the Howard District Commissioners from George Ellicott in 1840 to house judicial proceedings of the new Howard . . . Map (db m111783) HM
69 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Old Stone Tavern HouseWayside Inn   Ca 1780
On Main Street at Maryland Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Main Street.
This building has had many important uses, such as Old Patapsco Hotel, Granite Manufacturing Co., Town Hall/Opera House, Provost Marshall's Office (Civil War), Patapsco Enterprise Office/Howard Gazette, Oddfellows Lodge, Rodey's Amusea/Emporium. . . . Map (db m87553) HM
70 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Patapsco Female InstituteClasses and Camps
Near Church Road, 0.1 miles north of Sarahs Lane.
The stabilized ruin above you - the Patapsco Female Institute - served the young ladies of the North and South from 1837 to 1891. Amelia Hart Lincoln Phelps, a renowned author and educator, headed the school between 1841 and 1855. Concerned with . . . Map (db m74252) HM
71 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Patapsco Female Institute"The Female Institute—oh my!!"
On Church Road, 0.1 miles north of Sylvan Lane, on the left when traveling north.
The Patapsco Female Institute—served the young ladies of the North and South from 1837 to 1890. Almira Hart Lincoln Phelps, a renowned author and educator was Principal between 1841 and 1856. Concerned with the increasing division of the country . . . Map (db m204716) HM
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72 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Road Versus RailsThe Rivalry Begins — The Historic National Road - The Road That Built The Nation
Near Maryland Avenue at Main Street (Maryland Route 144). Reported permanently removed.
Ellicott City’s Main Street is the National Pike, part of the road system that moved Americans west. Only two decades after the road was constructed, a new transportation rival appeared. In 1831, America’s first railroad, the Baltimore & Ohio, . . . Map (db m720) HM
73 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Roads versus RailsThe Rivalry Begins — The Road That Built The Nation —
On Main Street just east of Maryland Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Ellicott City’s Main Street is the National Pike, part of the road system that moved Americans west. Only two decades after the road was constructed, a new transportation rival appeared. In 1831, America’s first railroad, the Baltimore & Ohio, . . . Map (db m243568) HM
74 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Rosenstock Building
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling east.
This building replaces the popular early 20th century Rosenstock’s Department Store. The original three buildings joined by a single front were destroyed by a November 1999 fire. Historic Ellicott Properties, Inc. commissioned Architect Greg . . . Map (db m111764) HM
75 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Second Patapsco Bank BuildingCa 1886
On Main Street west of Tiber Alley, on the left when traveling east.
The last lot won in the 1834 land lottery, then sold to the Patapsco Bank in 1886, which built this Romanesque Revival building to house the Second Patapsco Bank. At one period modernized, it was restored to its original design in the 1970's by . . . Map (db m87391) HM
76 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — St. John’s Episcopal Church
On Frederick Road (Maryland Route 144) 0.1 miles west of St. John's Lane, on the right when traveling west.
A chapel of ease of Queen Caroline parish, established 1728. Incorporated by Maryland General Assembly, 1822. Consecrated 1823 by Bishop James Kemp. Original land, “Dorsey’s Heaven,” deeded to church by Caleb and Elizabeth Dorsey. . . . Map (db m3341) HM
77 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Starr Funeral HomeCa. 1887
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the right when traveling west.
In 1887, a two-story frame print shop was situated on this site. In 1919, Scott Starr purchased the building for use as a funeral home, and also offered autos “for hire”. A new brick addition was added and the frame structure renovated. . . . Map (db m111736) HM
78 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Sunflower Churchca 1837
On Church Road at Emory Street, on the left when traveling west on Church Road.
Samuel Ellicott deeded this lot in 1837, and it is the fourth oldest Methodist Church in continuous use in the county. The stained glass and painted windows were added during renovations in 1887. The nickname derives from the pattern of the large . . . Map (db m98460) HM
79 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Taylor’sCa. 1924
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Old Columbia Pike, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
After the 1915 fire, Irving Taylor built this new building, the fourth location for the business, which grew from jewelry and optometry to music boxes, then home appliances which at that time use motors powered by generators. In 1970 Marvin L. Sachs . . . Map (db m111763) HM
80 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Taylor's Row
On Old Columbia Pike (Maryland Route 144) 0.1 miles Main Street.
This row of 19th century utilitarian structures has been the architectural orphan of Ellicott City. Referred to on early maps as barns or sheds, these buildings were built between 1830 and 1870 to serve the livery trade. Because of their relative . . . Map (db m8110) HM
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81 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Firehouse Museum
On Church Road just north of Main Street, on the right when traveling east.
This building was erected in 1889 as the town’s first fire department. It served as a working fire station from that date until 1923. Subsequent usage included: Utilization as a meeting hall for the Mayor and City Council of Ellicott . . . Map (db m55388) HM
82 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Freight House
Near Maryland Avenue just south of Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the left when traveling south.
Designed by noted architect E. Francis Baldwin and constructed in 1885, the Freight House served as a loading platform and storage room for freight. Materials were transferred in and out of the building on Maryland Avenue using a wooden platform. . . . Map (db m144728) HM
83 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Howard House HotelCa 1840
On Main Street at Columbia Pike, on the left when traveling east on Main Street.
Built by J. Shipley then twice auctioned. In 1879 sold to the Eckert's who served such popular food that the hotel was later enlarged. The public was allowed to take a shortcut through the hotel which led them to the upper street and court house. . . . Map (db m87547) HM
84 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Lauman HouseCa 1800
Near Main Street (Maryland Route 144).
Among the oldest homes in EC, after the turn of the century owned by the Kraft’s, among others. After the 1972 flood, restored by Alda Baptiste Castaldi, who operated a specialty dress shop here for 30 years. Then during renovations for the Obladi . . . Map (db m111734) HM
85 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The National Road
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Ellicott Mills Drive, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
This marker stands on a part of the right of way of the historic and fabled National, or Cumberland Road. Commencing in 1806 it was built in segments by city, state, federal, and private means and was the first great commercial and travel link from . . . Map (db m131) HM
86 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Odd Fellows LodgeCa 1848
On Main Street east of Old Columbia Pike, on the left when traveling east.
This building, originally a harness shop, was purchased by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in 1863 for approximately $2,000. It has been in continuous use by the Order ever since. Architecturally and historically significant, this 3-1/2 story, . . . Map (db m87500) HM
87 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Patapsco Female Institute
On Church Road, on the right when traveling west.
The Patapsco Female Institute (PFI), located on Church Road with a commanding view of Ellicott City, was one of the most famous and prestigious schools for girls in 19th century America. The school officially opened its doors in 1837 under . . . Map (db m74239) HM
88 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Patapsco HotelCa 1930
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) just east of Maryland Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
This stone building is 12 bays wide and 3 stories high. It replaced the original Patapsco Hotel, which was dismantled stone by stone, and this building created from its rubble. The old hotel's wall section, windows and doors were retained, as well . . . Map (db m144723) HM
89 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Patapsco National BankCa 1905
On Main Street west of Tiber Alley, on the left when traveling east.
Built in the Neo-Colonial Style with doric columns and large squared corner stones for a sense of banking stability. Elegant interior was especially known for its attractive room for ladies, complete with fireplace, desks " and adjoining toilet . . . Map (db m87347) HM
90 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Phoenix Emporiumca 1858
On Main Street at Mulligans Hill Lane on Main Street.
Long home to purveyors of libations, this lot, once owned by the family of cabinet makers Barnard Fort, was part of the 1834 land lottery. O'Brien's Saloon, Fissell's, Valmas Brothers Inn and the Phoenix Emporium have occupied this corner and . . . Map (db m73223) HM
91 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Road to ProsperityEllicott's Mills
Near Main Street (Maryland Route 144) at Ellicott Mills Drive. Reported missing.
Ellicott City’s Main Street, with its businesses, shops and dining establishments, reflects four centuries of prosperity built through hard work, innovation and the connection to economic opportunity. In 1771, the Patapsco River Valley was a . . . Map (db m111798) HM
92 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — The Sykes Buildingca. 1895
On Main Street (Maryland Route 144) near Forrest Street, on the right when traveling east.
This building was originally the home and dental office of Doctor Mordecai Gist Sykes. Dr. Sykes was a prominent local businessman who served two terms as Ellicott City’s Mayor (1889-1897). The Building has since housed state and local county . . . Map (db m111709) HM
93 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — To Preserve the Union
On Maryland Avenue at Main Street (Frederick Road) (Maryland Route 144), on the left when traveling south on Maryland Avenue.
Dedicated to the men from Howard County who fought To preserve the Union during the American Civil War from 1861 to 1865 Union Units with companies raised in Howard County during the war: The Patapsco Guards, Independent . . . Map (db m111813) WM
94 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Tonge Row
Near Hamilton Street just west of Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the left when traveling west.
Here, on Old Columbia Pike, stand these charming rowhouses that date to the early 1800's. Built by Ann Tonge for the millworkers of the town, they now serve as unique specialty shops.Map (db m144729) HM
95 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Turntable & TrackEllicott City Station
Reported permanently removed.
The single set of tracks outside the museum’s fence was the original right-of-way of the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad. Now owned by CSX Transportation, this right-of-way has been in continuous use since 1830. For many years there were two sets . . . Map (db m112291) HM
96 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Turntable & Track
On Maryland Avenue just south of Main Street (Maryland Route 144), on the left when traveling south.
The single set of tracks outside the museum's fence was the original right-of-way for the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad. Now owned by CSX Transportation, this right-of-way has been in continuous use since 1830. A second set of tracks was added in . . . Map (db m144726) HM
97 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — 108 — Votes For WomenRoad to the 19th Amendment — National Votes for Women Trail —
On Park Avenue just east of Court Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Laura L. Byrne 1855-1938. Ellicott City suffragist led local campaign as president of Howard County Just Government League.Map (db m187499) HM
98 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Walker-Chandler HouseCa 1790
On Main Street east of Columbia Pike.
Originally a private residence, this 3-1/2 story granite block structure is built into solid rock and on a slope such that the entire first floor forms the foundation. The building has housed Kinsey's bookmaking shop, a tavern, the American Red . . . Map (db m87551) HM
99 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Wootton Law OfficesCirca 1869
On Court Avenue at Park Avenue on Court Avenue.
Built for Henry Edgar Wootton, Esquire (1837-1894), this is the oldest of the professional buildings which now comprise Ellicott City’s Lawyers’ Row. Constructed on a 28’ 4” square native granite foundation, it is located on the solid . . . Map (db m111839) HM
100 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Word Wars I, II and Korea Memorial
Near Park Avenue.
In Memory of The Citizens of Howard County Who Served in World Wars I and II And The Korean Conflict Erected by V.F.W. Post No. 7472 Ellicott City Lions Club Ellicott City Rotary ClubMap (db m111705) WM

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