Rose Hill Manor

Rose Hill Manor is a two-story Federal-style mansion in Frederick featuring a prominent portico with fluted Doric columns on the first floor and Ionic columns on the second story. The buildings on the grounds demonstrate architectural and domestic styles from earlier centuries.

The estate was built in the 1790s and served as the retirement home of Thomas Johnson, Maryland's first elected governor. Johnson later went on to serve as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court.

The property hosts rotating exhibits about farming and transportation in Frederick County across several museum buildings. Visitors can observe how these themes shaped everyday life in the region.

The manor sits on North Market Street and is open on weekends during spring and fall seasons. Visitors should expect some areas to be accessed by stairs and be prepared for weather variations depending on the season.

The site originated from Tasker's Chance, a large early 18th-century land tract where German farmers attempted to establish settlements. This early settlement history shaped the region's development.

Location: Maryland

Architectural style: Federal architecture, Greek Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 39.43640,-77.40580

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46