Botterill, Maryland facts for kids

Botterill is a small place in Howard County, Maryland, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it's a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

Where is Botterill Located?

This community is found in the beautiful Patapsco River valley. It's about 14 miles (23 km) away from the city of Baltimore, making it close enough to a big city but still offering a more peaceful setting.

A Bit of History

Even though Botterill is a small community, it once had its own post office! This post office was open for a few years, from July 15, 1891, until March 31, 1896. Having a post office meant that people living in Botterill could send and receive mail right in their own community.