Ellicott's Mills Historic District

Located on the east bank of the Patapsco River, this district includes historic mills, worker housing, and an 1859 Italianate villa spread across several acres.

Three Quaker brothers established the district in 1772, constructing flour mills and developing the Old National Pike to transport wheat from western Maryland farms.

The district features the first merchant flour mill in the United States, established in 1792, representing early American industrial innovation and economic growth.

Multiple historic structures within the district remain intact, including an 18th-century building, a 19th-century tavern, and the Wilkins-Rogers Company flour plant.

The district's geographic position and granite construction create a landscape that mirrors the industrial architecture found in English manufacturing towns.

Location: Maryland

GPS coordinates: 39.26810,-76.79220

Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:38