Historical Marker
New Munster
Historical marker location:
Elkton, Maryland
( Marker is at the intersection of Telegraph Road (Maryland Route 273) and Big Elk Creek, on the left when traveling east on Telegraph Road.)
Maryland was home to one of the first railroads in the United States: The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, which was founded in 1827, was one of the first railroads in the United States. It played a crucial role in the transportation of goods and people, and helped make Baltimore an important hub for commerce and industry.