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Howard Berliner
Baltimore County Area GuideFrom bustling neighborhoods bordering Baltimore City to picturesque suburban and rural areas, Baltimore County is a vibrant community with much to offer. Landmark parks, mansions, and forts dot the landscape paying tribute to the many significant roles Baltimore County has played in the rich history of our nation. Beautiful natural parks invite residents to get outdoors and enjoy the Maryland weather. We have gathered some useful information to help you figure out where to start your Baltimore County adventure! If you find we have overlooked anything or you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to let us know. Relocate to Baltimore County and enjoy the “festive nature… local flavor…sense of adventure!”
History It is thought that Baltimore Town, now known as Baltimore County, was established around the latter part of 1658, though there is no documentation from that period to verify this. Beginning as a huge area, it was once comprised of land that includes areas presently known as Baltimore City, Harford, Cecil and Kent Counties, parts of present-day Carroll and Howard Counties. The first county seat was in “Old Baltimore” on the Bush River in today’s Harford County. The County was named after Lord Baltimore, Cecilius Calvert. In 1850, it was decided that Baltimore County would separate from Baltimore City. This brought about the necessity for a separate county town in which to house the courthouse. Towsontown was chosen as this place, becoming the county seat. By 1857 there was a courthouse and jail in Towsontown, whose name has since been shortened to Towson. Towson remains the county seat today. Agriculture was the first successful occupation of residents of this area. The first crop grown for business was tobacco, and then wheat. Iron furnaces began being built in the early 1730s as a means of creating “pig iron” for the British. A network of roads was established making it easier to commute to farmlands in nearby Pennsylvania. In 1772, a paper industry was established in the northern part of the region. This variety of occupations resulted in a steady growth of population. Many remarkable events have taken place throughout the history of Baltimore County. One such event was when George Washington’s and Lafayette’s troops were seen marching along the Philadelphia Road on their way to battle Cornwallis in Yorktown, Virginia. The county was raided by Confederate forces during the Civil War. Residents of Baltimore County chose opposing sides during the Civil War; many prominent men volunteered for the Confederacy, while for the most part the common man volunteered for the Union. Lincoln’s funeral train passed through the county, garnering genuine sympathy from many. Multiple cotton and wool factories were built by the 1800s, as were distilleries and bigger iron furnaces. Hard-surfaced roads and railroads were built. Trolley car lines and horse car lines brought a huge growth in the populations of Towson, Parkville, Pikesville, and Catsonville. Suburbia invaded many large estates as development of row houses took over dairy farms. In 1887, Sparrows Point was established as the local steel plant and shipyard. In the 1900s, manufacturing of aircraft and electrical products increased greatly. After World War II, people who had come to work at Sparrows Point during the war found new jobs and permanently relocated to Baltimore County. This, combined with many moving here to escape the fast pace of the city made for an unforeseen growth in county population. Baltimore County is a thriving community to this day. Attractions and Activities It is virtually impossible to list all that Baltimore County has to offer in the way of fun things to see and do. We have detailed a handful of attractions below. For more complete lists, please visit these websites: http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/visitors/attract.html http://www.enjoybaltimorecounty.com/25things.html Bengie’s Drive-in Theater ~ Featuring the biggest movie theater screen in the United States, Bengie’s is still going strong since 1956! Load up the gang and come see a triple feature held almost every Friday and Saturday night. First features are always family friendly. http://www.bengies.com/Home.php Boordy Vineyards ~ Maryland’s oldest and largest winery. Situated on 230 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of Long Green Valley, this family-owned winery features buildings from the 1800s. “Sun, Soil, and Soul.” http://www.boordy.com/ Kiddie Crusoe ~ More than 12,000 feet of fun just waiting to be had! Wii gaming lounges, lego and playdoh rooms, castle fort, pirate ship, kiddie city, inflatable slides, incredible! Kiddie Crusoe…“Where Every Day is an Adventure!” Oregon Ridge Park ~ More than 1,000 pristine acres of wooded land, meadows, and water, inviting everyone to come spend a day in splendor. Enjoy swimming, picnicking, hiking, and at certain times fireworks shot off to the wonderful live sounds of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra! Oregon Ridge Park Rocks State Park ~ 855 acres of dense forestland and giant boulders overlooking Deer Creek. Come hike up to the astounding King and Queen Seat, have a picnic, go canoeing or tubing, toss in a fishing line, or simply relax and marvel at the amazing beauty all around you! An incredibly beautiful destination for a breath of fresh air and a renewal of spirit! http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/rocks.asp Baltimore County Veterinary Clinics Parks and Recreation If you have ever seen Maryland from the air, you most likely have an appreciation for how green the state is. The Baltimore County area is certainly no exception. Spacious parks inhabit every area of the county, just waiting for residents to come enjoy all that they have to offer. For a comprehensive listing of Baltimore County Parks, please visit http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/recreation/countyparks/cntyparkslist.html or http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/recreation/countyparks/index.html#top. To view the helpful brochure “The Baltimore County Park in your Backyard”, please visit To access a search tool to find just the right athletic program for you, visit
Events Like area attractions, events in Baltimore County number so high that it would be impossible to list them here. Of course, there are annual events like the Preakness Stakes, the Baltimore Marathon, and the Great Halloween Lantern Parade that you can plan to attend every year. For a current list of upcoming events, please visit . Calendar of Events For an interactive search of area happenings, click here…often!
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