1894 Map of Frederick

About this map

Frederick stands as the central hub of this late 19th-century landscape, where the Baltimore & Ohio R. R. weaves through a network of established agricultural settlements. The terrain is defined by the prominent Sugar Loaf Mtn. and a complex drainage system including Linganore Creek and the South Branch Patapsco River. The map reveals the critical importance of river crossings before modern bridging, documenting numerous river points such as Spinks Ferry and Edwards Ferry. Along the rail lines, specialized stops like Bartholow Switch and Plane No.4 indicate the industrial and logistical requirements of the era's transportation network. From the larger township of Libertytown to smaller hamlets like Araby and Hyattstown, the map provides a comprehensive view of the rural Maryland and Virginia borderlands at the close of the century.