Deer Park, Maryland
N 39° 25.449 W 079° 19.508
17S E 644164 N 4365184
The Deer Park Town Hall is located at 100 Church Street in eastern Garrett County, Maryland
Waymark Code: WMKP4V
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 05/09/2014
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The town of Deer Park traces its history back to the 1770s, long before Garrett County was established. The town was part of property owned by Lord Baltimore and was originally surveyed on April 14, 1774. Deer Park saw immense growth during the mid to late 1880s, primarily because of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. The Deer Park Hotel, constructed in 1872, served as the focal point for visitors who came to the mountaintop to enjoy the beautiful scenery and cool temperatures during the summer months. Numerous large cottages were subsequently erected and made available to wealthy visitors.
As automobiles became more readily available in the early 1900s, transportation was no longer limited to railroad service, and Deer Park lost its appeal as a vacation destination. The fortunes of the town took a gradual downturn. Fires and demolitions have destroyed many of the fine homes and hotels that once were abundant in the area
Deer Park has five elected officials, a Mayor and for town council members, each elected to four-year terms. Elections occur in May of Each Year.
Town Administration includes a Clerk/Treasurer, Two Co-Circuit Riders and a Code Enforcement Officer.
Name: Deer Park Town Hall
Address: 100 Church Street Deer Park, MD USA 21550
Web Site for City/Town/Municipality: [Web Link]
Date of Construction: Not listed
Architect: Not listed
Memorials/Commemorations/Dedications: Not listed
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