Westminster, Administrative center in Carroll County, Maryland, United States.
Description
Westminster is the county seat of Carroll County in Maryland, located within the Baltimore metropolitan area. The city developed as a commercial and governmental hub with a mix of historic architecture and contemporary urban infrastructure.
History
The settlement was founded in 1764 and initially called Winchester, but received its current name in 1768 to distinguish itself from Winchester, Virginia. This name change marked the beginning of its identity as a local administrative center.
Culture
The Memorial Day parade in Westminster has continued without interruption since 1868, marking generations of community celebrations and remembrance.
Practical
The city operates its own fiber network that provides fast internet connections to residents and businesses. This modern infrastructure supports economic and business activity throughout the area.
Did you know?
The city records frequent tornado activity, with multiple F3-grade events causing substantial changes to the local infrastructure over time.
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Western Maryland College Historic District
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Rockland Farm
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5.4 km
John Orendorff Farm
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Englar-Schweigart-Rinehart Farm
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Weaver-Fox House
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