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Patapsco Female Institute, Greek Revival school building in Ellicott City, United States.

The Patapsco Female Institute stands at 3655 Church Road with four white columns and stone walls overlooking the Patapsco River Valley.

Founded in 1837 by architect Robert Cary Long Jr, this educational institution provided advanced studies for young women until its closure in 1891.

The curriculum combined academic subjects like botany, chemistry, and mathematics with traditional finishing school elements such as music and foreign languages.

The site offers guided tours every Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM, with group visits available through reservation at 410-313-0419.

During the Civil War, the 12th New Jersey Infantry Regiment established a camp near the institute to protect the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad.

Location: Howard County

Inception: 1837

Architects: Robert Cary Long, Jr.

Part of: Ellicott City Historic District

GPS coordinates: 39.27060,-76.79690

Latest update: May 24, 2025 14:25

Photo author: E. H. Pickering, Photographer
Photo license: Public domain

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