Historical Marker

Lamar House

Historical marker location:
101 S Washington St, Rockville, Maryland
( Marker is at the intersection of South Washington Street and West Jefferson Street (Maryland Route 28), on the right when traveling south on South Washington Street.)
Marker installed: 2012

The Chesapeake Bay is a crucial part of Maryland's history and economy: The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States, and it has played a crucial role in Maryland's history and economy. The bay has been a major source of food, transportation, and recreation for Marylanders for centuries, and it continues to be an important part of the state's culture.