Most People Don't Know These 12 Castles Are Hiding In Maryland
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Jamie Alvarenga
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Believe it or not, there are several castles in Maryland. Some are hidden within wooded park areas, but most are hiding in plain sight. Listed below are 12 charming old castles you can find in the Old Line State.
The Cloisters Castle, 10440 Falls Rd, Timonium, MD 21093, USA
Cloisters Castle was built around 1930, and at one time was used as a children's museum. Now this old castle is available to rent for any occasion. Read further on about Cloisters Castle.
Maryland Army National Guard Recruiting, 101 Railroad Ave, Elkton, MD 21921, USA
Built in 1915, this Maryland castle is a National Guard armory. If you find yourself with time to spare around Elkton, consider heading out to the Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area.
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Frederick Armory, 121 N Bentz St, Frederick, MD 21701, USA
Similar to the Elkton armory, the Frederick armory was also built for the National Guard of Maryland. One of many beautiful castles in Maryland, it is now a recreation center. Find out what else you can do in a trip to Frederick.
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Allegany County Courthouse, 27 Washington St, Cumberland, MD 21502, USA
This 19th-century-style Maryland castle is a prominent feature against the Cumberland skyline. Get more information on the Allegany County Courthouse.
National Park Seminary Apartments, 9615 Dewitt Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA
This preserved building used to be the location of a private girls' school from 1894 to 1942. Read more about National Park Seminary.
Rossdhu Court, Rossdhu Ct, Chevy Chase, MD 20815, USA
One of the larger castles in Maryland, this 30-room castle was built in 1927. It's since been lived in by several families and was for a short time used as a nightclub. Be sure to check out La Ferme Restaurant if you are ever in Chevy Chase.
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Hyattsville, MD, USA
This armory was built in 1918 and was modeled after a medieval English castle. Stop for a bite to eat at Cocineros while you are in the area.
Maryland Masonic Homes, 300 International Cir, Cockeysville, MD 21030, USA
One of the most extraordinary of the Maryland castles, this grand structure is currently used as a Masonic home. Cockeysville is also home to some really great BBQ.
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Hagerstown Armory, 18500 Roxbury Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740, USA
The Hagerstown Armory was built in 1926. There is also a great city park in Hagerstown to explore.
The Castle, 15925 Mt Savage Rd NW, Mt Savage, MD 21545, USA
Built in 1840, this old castle is now used as a bed and breakfast. Find out more about Mount Savage Castle.
Laurel Armory - Anderson & Murphy Community Center, 422 Montgomery St, Laurel, MD 20707, USA
This armory was built in 1927 and is now used as the city's Parks & Recreation Department. Consider staying overnight at this B&B in Laurel.
Baltimore City College, 3220 The Alameda, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
Also referred to as the castle on the hill, this Maryland Castle is no doubt one of the prettiest places to learn. Check out some of these Baltimore flea markets if you are in the area.
Have you been to any of these Maryland castles? Do you know of any other castles in Maryland? Share with us in the comments!
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Maryland Sights
What are the most beautiful buildings in Maryland?
It’s not all just castles in the Old Line State. Check out some of the most beautiful buildings in Maryland:
- The Bank of America Building: Located at 10 Light Street in Baltimore, this Art Deco building was opened in 1929. It is 34 stories high.
- Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place: Located in Baltimore, this statue was designed by Robert Mills in 1814. Meaning that this 178-foot-tall monument predates the more well-known Washington Monument in DC.
- Hampton Historic Site: You’ll find this spot over in Towson. With 31 rooms, the mansion is one of the largest Georgian residences in America. Construction was completed in 1790 and since 1979, it has been run by the National Park Service.
Are there any classic general stores in Maryland?
For some old-fashioned charm, check out these general stores in Maryland:
- Sunshine General Store: Located in Brookeville, this 1947 store started out as a gas station. Today, be sure to order one of their famous hamburgers.
- White’s Ferry Store: Grab a bite to eat at the General Store Grill. You can also get the ferry that goese across the Potomac River here.
What are the coolest attractions in Maryland?
There is much fun to be had here. Check out some of the coolest attractions in Maryland:
- National Aquarium: Located in Baltimore, this 250,000-square-foot aquarium is home to an assortment of aquatic life like tropical fish and sharks. There is also a five-story tropical rainforest where you can observe animals like monkeys and sloths in their everyday lives.
- Baltimore Museum of Art: This 210,000-square-foot museum carries about 95,000 pieces of art from such famed artists like Picasso, Van Gogh, and Warhol. It is also home to the biggest collection of Henri Mattise’s work in the world, among many other collections.
- Assateague State Park: This 855-acre park is located on Assateague Island on the Atlantic Ocean. You can swim and surf here as well as fish and kayak on the bay. But its most sought-after activity is seeing the feral horses that call this area home.
- Ocean City Boardwalk: At three miles long, you can spend more than a day roaming the boardwalk’s shops and food stands as well as rides and a 1902 carousel. There is also a museum, and of course, the beach.