Treasures from the Past

Historical marker location:

7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, Maryland

( Marker is at the intersection of National Seashore Lane and Stephen Decatur Highway (State Highway 611), on the right when traveling north on National Seashore Lane.)

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.