Site of "Old Baltimore" - Abingdon, MD
Posted by: bluesnote
N 39° 26.986 W 076° 16.722
18S E 389977 N 4367469
One of two state markers at this location along new US 40 in Abingdon.
Waymark Code: WMXG54
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 01/08/2018
Views: 2
The plaque says, "The first county seat of Baltimore County 1659 to 1700 was located on Bush River. In 1683 it was made a port of entry by the Maryland Assembly."
Americana: Sign
Significant Interest: Memorial
Milestone / Marker: Historical Marker
Web Address: Not listed
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