Howard County, Maryland
Barney, Commodore Joshua, House
Bollman Suspension and Trussed Bridge
Brick House on the Pike
Burleigh
Carrollton Hall
Cherry Grove, HO-1
Christ Church Guilford
Curtis-Shipley Farmstead
Daniels Mill
Dorsey Hall
Doughoregan Manor
Elkridge Furnace Complex
Ellicott City Historic District
Ellicott City Station
Elmonte
Enniscorthy
Forest View
Glenelg Manor
Guilford Quarry Pratt Through Truss Bridge
Hobson's Choice
Howard Lodge
Lawn, The
Lawyers Hill Historic District
Linnwood
MacAlpine
Montrose
Oakdale
Oakland Mills Blacksmith House and Shop
Richland Farm
Roberts Inn
Round About Hills
Savage Mill
Savage Mill Historic District
Temora
Trinity Church
Troy
Union Chapel
Waverley
White Hall
Woodlawn
9051-9053 Baltimore Street
Adam the First
Andrew Ellicott
Annapolis and Elk Ridge Railroad
B&O Railroad Station
Back to Nature in the Patapsco Valley
Baldwin Common
Baltimore and Frederick Turnpike Milestone
Baltimore Regional Trail
Bank Barn
Besley Demonstration Campsite
Blacksmith Shop
Bollman Iron Truss Bridge
Carriage House
Carroll Baldwin Memorial Hall
Christ Episcopal Church
Collier's Grist Mill
Cooksville
Cooksville
Cooksville High School
Corn Crib
Day-French-Puhl House
Decatur Dorsey
Disneys Tavern
Dr. Charles Alexander Warfield
During the Civil War
Elk Ridge Landing
Elk Ridge Landing
Elkridge Furnace Inn
Elkridge Landing
Elkridge Landing
Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department
Ellicotts Mills
Ellicotts Upper Mills
Explore your Chesapeake
Fells Lane Community
Fire House Annex
Friends Meeting House and Graveyard
Gettysburg Campaign
Governor Harry R. Hughes
Guinea Fowl Coop
Herman F. Prehn
Historic Savage Mill
Howard County Courthouse, 1843
Howard County Jail, 1851
Howard County Master Gardners Demonstration Garden
Hunt's General Store & Millinery Shop
James W. Rouse
John Ellicott
John Williams House
Jonathan Ellicott Building
Log Cabin Viewing Window
MacAlpine
MaryLandscapes
Mile Marker 14
Mill Town History
Miller Chevrolet
Millworkers House
Montjoy Barn
Mount Gregory United Methodist Church Bell
Mount Ida
Moving Goods on the National Road
Mt. Pleasant
New Fire Station & Transit Terminal
New Lisbon
Oakland Manor
Old Court House, 1840:
Old Stone Tavern House
Orange Grove: A Small Neighborly Community
Patapsco Female Institute
Patapsco Female Institute
Patapsco Valley State Park
Poplar Springs
Privy and Icehouse Foundation
Road Versus Rails
Roberts Inn
Rosenstock Building
Savage Mill
Second Patapsco Bank Building
Simpson & Mount Gregory United Methodist Churches
Simpson & Mount Gregory United Methodist Churches
Site of Roadsend Gardens
Smokehouse
Spurrier's Tavern
Spurrier's Tavern
Spurrier's Tavern
St. Johns Episcopal Church
Starr Funeral Home
Sunflower Church
Supreme Sacrifice
Taylor's Row
Taylors
The Firehouse Museum
The Freight House
The Granite Quarries
The Howard House Hotel
The Lauman House
The Little Patuxent River
The National Road
The Odd Fellows Lodge
The Patapsco Female Institute
The Patapsco Hotel
The Patapsco National Bank
The Patuxent Branch of the B&O Railroad
The Phoenix Emporium
The Pratt Through-Truss Bridge
The Road to Prosperity
The Sykes Building
The Sykesville Bypass Bridge
The Town of Guilford
This Survey Point
This Travel Information Center is named in honor of Governor Harry R.Hughes
To Preserve the Union
Tonge Row
Trinity on the Pike
Trinity White Oak
Turntable & Track
Votes For Women
Wagon Shed
Walker-Chandler House
Wall's Store & Post Office - 1905
Waverly
Waverly
Welcome to Fulton
Welcome to Hodge Podge Lodge
Welcome to Mt. Pleasant
Welcome to Rockburn Branch Park
Wilde Lake
Wootton Law Offices
Word Wars I, II and Korea Memorial
Yates Market & Hardware
Great Panes
During its early years, Howard County relied heavily on agriculture, with tobacco and wheat being the main crops. The arrival of the railroad in the mid-19th century brought significant changes and economic growth to the area. The railroad allowed for easier transportation of goods, leading to the establishment of small towns and communities. This period also saw the rise of the mills and factories, as well as the growth of the population.
In the late 20th century, Howard County experienced rapid suburbanization and became one of the most affluent counties in the United States. The county's close proximity to Baltimore and Washington D.C., as well as its excellent school system, attracted many professionals and families. This led to a boom in housing and commercial development, transforming Howard County from its rural origins to a suburban community.
Today, Howard County is known for its well-planned communities, beautiful parks, and vibrant economy. The county continues to grow and adapt to changing demographics, striving to maintain a high quality of life for its residents. With its mix of historic charm and modern amenities, Howard County remains a desirable place to live and work in the state of Maryland.
Brief timeline of the history of Howard County, Maryland:
- 1700s - The land that would become Howard County was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Piscataway and Susquehannock.
- 1696 - "Anne Arundel County on the North side of the Patuxent River" was established, which included the area that would later become Howard County.
- 1839 - Howard County was officially recognized as a separate county, named in honor of John Eager Howard, a Revolutionary War hero.
- Late 1800s - Agriculture, especially tobacco farming, was the primary industry in Howard County.
- 1869 - The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad extended its line through Howard County, stimulating economic growth.
- 20th century - The population of Howard County remained predominantly rural until the mid-20th century, with small towns and farming communities.
- 1967 - Columbia, a planned community, was founded by James Rouse, leading to rapid suburban development and population growth.
- 1980s - Howard County experienced significant growth and development, becoming increasingly suburban in character.
- 2004 - Howard County was ranked by Forbes magazine as the third wealthiest county in the United States.
- Present - Howard County is known for its high quality of life, excellent schools, and diverse community.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Howard County, Maryland.