Granite Historic District

Granite Historic District is a neighborhood in Maryland containing buildings that represent different architectural styles from various time periods. The structures range across centuries and demonstrate how construction methods and materials evolved as the community developed.

The district developed during the early settlement period of Baltimore County with buildings constructed across multiple centuries. It later received official recognition as a historic area to protect these structures representing the region's development.

The buildings here show how residents constructed their homes across different eras using local materials and building methods. Walking through the district, you notice how each structure reflects the practical skills and resources available to people at the time they built it.

You can walk through the area to see the different buildings and compare the architectural styles across eras. For more detailed information about specific structures, you can consult local preservation offices or access historical records and databases.

Many buildings here use locally quarried granite in their masonry, which gave the district its name and sets it apart from other areas. This stone was abundant in the region and residents favored it for creating durable and solid structures.

Location: Maryland

Website: https://npgallery.nps.gov/AssetDetail/NRIS/94001091

GPS coordinates: 39.34330,-76.84750

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:41