Calvert, Maryland facts for kids
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Calvert, Maryland
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 Calvert, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Calvert, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Cecil |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21911
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 589876 |
Calvert is a small community in Cecil County, Maryland, in the United States. It's not an official town with its own government. You can find it about six miles east of Rising Sun.
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History of Calvert
How Calvert Got Its Name
The community of Calvert was named after George Calvert, 1st Baron Baltimore. He was a very important person in the history of Maryland. He helped to establish the colony of Maryland.
Old Buildings and Their Stories
The heart of Calvert village used to be the Cross Keys Inn. This inn, or tavern, was built way back in 1774. Today, the Cross Keys Inn is a private home made of brick. Right next to it, you'll find the Calvert Elementary School. This school is part of the Cecil County Public Schools system.
Another very old building in Calvert is the East Nottingham Friends House. This house played a special role during the American Revolutionary War. In 1778, William Smallwood, who was a general in the war, used the house as a hospital. Many soldiers who were hurt or sick were cared for there. Some soldiers who died at the hospital are buried on the grounds of the house.
Historic Places to See
Calvert is home to some buildings that are very important to history. The John Churchman House and the Elisha Kirk House are two of these. They are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are officially recognized as places that are important to the history of the United States.
Famous People from Calvert
- Mary E. Ireland (1834-1927): She was a talented author and translator. This means she wrote books and also changed books from one language to another.
- Joseph Mendenhall (1920-2013): He was born in Calvert. Joseph Mendenhall became a diplomat, which is someone who represents their country in other nations.
