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Ellicott City is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in, and the county seat of, Howard County, Maryland, United States. Part of the Baltimore metropolitan area, its population was 75,947 at the 2020 census, making it the most populous unincorporated county seat in the country.
Jul 5, 2019 · Ellicott City is a five block historic district in Howard County, Maryland that is nestled in the scenic hills above the Patapsco River. Founded in 1772, the town has an old world charm and offers unique shopping and dining destinations.
- Visit the oldest passenger train station in the United States. Built in 1830, Ellicott City’s passenger train station counts as the oldest operating passenger train station in the United States, and probably one of the oldest in the entire world!
- Go fishing at Centennial Park. Covering 337 acres (approximately 137 hectares), Centennial Park is one of the largest green spaces in Ellicott City. There are plenty of activities you can enjoy here, such as hiking, running, and picnicking.
- Spend the day at Clark's Elioak Farm. Clark’s Elioak Farm is well known in Ellicott City if you want to spend a day getting back in touch with the region’s agricultural roots or just simply spend some time feeding and petting the farm animals.
- Stroll around Font Hill Wetlands Park. Looking for some peace of mind? Why not take a stroll at Font Hill Wetlands Park? Like Centennial Park, it’s a sprawling green space, this time encompassing 26 acres or almost 11 hectares.
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- Walk The Historic Downtown District. Ellicott City is a river town with a story. From its early beginnings as a mill town, it built up along the Patapsco River because most machinery needed water for production.
- Step Into Unique Shops, Art Galleries, And More. A stroll along Main Street features everything from unique shops like EC Pops, which has an eclectic mix and gourmet popcorn, to art galleries, to eating and drinking establishments like the Ellicott Distilling Company.
- Learn How Ellicott’s Mills Became Ellicott City. In 1772, three brothers named John, Andrew, and Joseph Ellicott built Ellicott’s Mills, one of the largest flour milling and manufacturing towns at that time.
- Note The Tiny Thomas Isaac Log Cabin. At the corner of Main Street and Ellicott Mills Drive sits the historic Thomas Isaac log cabin. Constructed around 1780, the cabin displays the early European influence on the area.
Conveniently situated between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Ellicott City offers the perfect location for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Delve into the town's rich history, revel in its distinctive shopping scene, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and take advantage of enticing hotel deals.
More than just a historic and shopping district, Old Ellicott City feels like home, even when it’s your first time visiting. Fall in love with our architecture, river, hills and eclectic community full of artists, shop keepers, restauranteurs and happy residents that can’t wait to meet you.
From its historic district to a vibrant nightlife, excellent shopping, the Baltimore & Ohio railroad, and more, it’s time to give Ellicott City a chance. Whether you’re looking for something to fill an afternoon, or a whole weekend, Ellicott City has a lot to offer!
