Calvert Hills Historic District facts for kids
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Calvert Hills Historic District
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Typical Street in the Calvert Hills Historic District, December 2008
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 Location in Maryland
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| Location | Roughly bounded by Calvert Rd., Bowdoin Ave., Erskine Rd., Calvert Park, Albion Rd., and Baltimore Rd., College Park, Maryland |
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| Area | 108 acres (44 ha) |
| Built | 1907 |
| Architect | Ross, Webster R., |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, et al. |
| NRHP reference No. | 02001605 |
| Added to NRHP | December 23, 2002 |
The Calvert Hills Historic District is a special area in College Park, Maryland. It's known for its old buildings and unique history. This district is located in Prince George's County, Maryland. It's bordered by Calvert Road to the north and a metrorail line (which used to be a railroad) to the east. To the south, it touches the town of Riverdale Park, Maryland, and to the west, it's near Baltimore Avenue (also known as U.S. Route 1).
Calvert Hills is mostly a neighborhood with single-family homes. Many middle-class families live here. You can also find some apartment buildings and the College Park Post Office within the district. This post office, located at 4815 Calvert Road, is considered an important part of the district's history.
A Look Back: How Calvert Hills Started
The Calvert Hills area began to be developed in the early 1900s. It was created by members of the famous Calvert family. These family members were related to Charles Benedict Calvert. He was a very important person in Maryland history. Charles Benedict Calvert owned large pieces of land, including Riversdale Plantation and Rossborough Farm. He also helped start what is now the University of Maryland, College Park.
Because of this family connection, Calvert Hills has a strong link to the university and the history of the area. The neighborhood officially became part of the city of College Park in 1943.
Recognized for its History
In 2002, the Calvert Hills Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's officially recognized by the United States government as a place with important historical value. This recognition helps protect the district's unique character and buildings for future generations.
- Calvert Hills Historic District, Prince George's County, including photo dated 2001, at Maryland Historical Trust
