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Howard County Information and Highlights

History

Howard County is a nice place to live. It is ranked by as the ninth most digital county in the country by the Center for Digital Government as well as the “Best Place to Live in America” by Money Magazine. It was also ranked as the healthiest county in Maryland by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute as well as the Robert Wood John Foundation. This county has numerous fun destinations that you and your family would enjoy.

Howard County was originally part of Anne Arundel County. The count was also designated in 1839 as the Howard District, in honor of a soldier, political leader, and the fifth governor of Maryland known as John Eager Howard. In the year, 1851 Howard County became 21st of the 23 counties in Maryland.

Howard County was well known as a farming and hunting destination of Native Americans until a period of time when a captain called John Smith, sailed up the Patapsco River in 1608. Adam Shippley, who was the first colonial settler and a Puritan, came to this destination later in the year 1687, when he was granted a home on the Patapsco River by Lord Baltimore.

The family of Charles Carroll, recognized as one of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence, bought about 13,000 acres of forests as well as farmlands in the 1700s. In this same property, Carroll was able to build a gigantic masonry home in grand plantation style. Named as the Doughoregan Manor, this amazing property is located some miles west of the city of Ellicott. Till today, the Carroll’s family descendants still live on the property. The residence is for private use and is not open to the public.

On the eastern edge of the Howard County, a mighty seaport was established in the late 1700s. This port was used as a transfer point for various goods. Ships came from different destinations, including England as well as the Far East. They brought in spices, furniture, as well as other finished goods to trade.

Built in the year 1837, the Patapsco Female Institute is one of the oldest in the area. It was the first school in the country that was developed to academically educate females. This school is now as a historical park.

The early founders of this amazing County called the Howard County are truly visionaries. A visionary in the 1960s, bought 14,000 acres of land and started developing it immediately. His name was James Rouse, it was James who started developing Columbia, known as one of the Premier planned communities in the United States of America.

Location

Howard County is situated between Baltimore and Washington D.C. It is popularly recognized as an ideal place that people can begin a business … grow, as well as relocate their businesses. This area has a thriving economy as well as a welcoming environment for business. It is located close to over 50 Federal Agencies, Universities, Technology and Healthcare companies, as well as Fortune 500 companies.

Weather

Howard County is an excellent destination to live, work and relax. It is located in the Mid-Atlantic and offers a temperate climate in addition to four different seasons. The summer temperature, averages in the 70s (F) while the winter average is between 30s. This location also receives 44 inches of rain every year.

Shopping

Shopping is one of the major things that distinguish this location from the rest of Maryland. With numerous shopping destinations, a seaport, which ensures a constant supply of new goods, residents, as well as visitors are sure of having the best deals as well as items to buy.

• Vintage Bliss Boutique 8086 Main St. Elliot City (410) 465-5117

• The ZONE Mount Vernon, 813 N Charles St. (410) 539-2817

• Ruth’s Closet 9131 Reisterstown Rd (410) 581-9780

• Twig 9170 Old Annapolis Rd (410) 740-2210

Restaurants

If you live in this area, then you should not worry about food. This is because of the numerous local restaurants, scattered throughout the area. If you are looking forward to tasting some of the best dishes in the area, you can hop into the Grille 620 to have the seafood bouillabaisse, or the mouthwatering squid ink pasta dish. You can also visit the Victoria Gastropub restaurant, if you want to have a taste of what pub-like food looks like. For everything that concerns food, be rest assured that you would get the right satisfaction in this destination.

• Maggiano’s Little Italy 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy (410) 730-3706

• Woodberry Kitchen 2010 Clipper Park Rd (410) 464-8000

• Grille 620 11099 Resort Rd Ellicott City (410) 203-0620

• Victoria Gastro Pub 8201 Snowden River Pkwy (410) 750-1880

Nightlife

The night hours might be a resting time for people in other places but definitely not for those in the Howard County. With well-equipped nightclubs, pubs, night parties here and there, with numerous fun destination, the county truly has a sound nightlife. The good thing about this area is that you can be whatever you want to be. You may decide to stay indoors and have fun with your family indoors or join others to continue the fun outside of your home.

Schools

With notable schools like the St Augustin School and many others, Howard County is truly doing its best in making residents be academically sound. This county has some of the best schools in the country, with basic amenities and a serene learning environment.

• St Augustine School 5990 Old Washington Rd (410) 796-3040

• Howard County Schools-Jeffers Hill Elementary 6000 Tamar Dr. (410) 772-2167

• Fortis Institute 700 York Road, Townson (410) 337-5155

• Calvert Hall College High School 8102 Lasalle Rd Townson (410) 825-4266

Landmarks

The fun is just endless when you are in the Howard County. Many prominent historical destination attracts visitors from different parts of the world to this destinations. The county also has numerous parks and fun destination that ensures that you will never get bored.

• Merriweather Post Pavilion 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy (410) 715-5550

• The Mall in Columbia 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy (410) 730-3300

Conclusion

The Howard County is the perfect location for business, fun, as well as relaxation. The environment is peaceful and the weather is simply amazing. The area is well planned and there are many modern houses in the area with modern facilities and equipment that makes life more comfortable to live.

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