Cheverly, Maryland facts for kids
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Cheverly
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| Town of Cheverly | |||
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Location of Cheverly in Prince George's County (left) and in Maryland (right)
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| Country |  United States of America |
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| State |  Maryland |
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| County |  Prince George's |
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| Incorporated | April 18, 1931 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 1.32 sq mi (3.41 km2) | ||
| • Land | 1.32 sq mi (3.41 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 6,170 | ||
| • Density | 4,681.34/sq mi (1,808.15/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP Codes |
20784 & 20785
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| Area code(s) | 301, 240 | ||
| FIPS code | 24-16550 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0597234 | ||
| Website | https://www.cheverly-md.gov/ | ||
Cheverly is a town in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It is very close to Washington, D.C.. The town was started in 1918 and became an official town in 1931. In 2020, about 6,170 people lived there. Cheverly is next to communities like Tuxedo, Chapel Oaks, and Bladensburg.
Cheverly has many important places. These include the Prince George's County Health Department and the Publick Playhouse Theater. It also has a PepsiCo bottling plant. Until 2021, Cheverly was home to a major hospital. This hospital, the University of Maryland Prince George’s Hospital Center, was known for treating serious injuries. It closed in 2021 and a new, modern hospital opened nearby.
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History of Cheverly
How Cheverly Began
Cheverly was planned as a new community in the early 1900s. The land was first mapped out in 1904. In 1918, Robert Marshall bought the land. He was the head of the Washington Suburban Realty Company. Marshall developed Cheverly around an old family home called Mount Hope. He moved into Mount Hope in 1919, becoming Cheverly's first resident.
In 1923, the first main road, Cheverly Avenue, was finished. It connected the town to the Pennsylvania Railroad line. Between 1921 and 1925, 34 houses were built. Many of these early homes were ordered from companies like Sears & Roebuck. Robert Marshall lost control of his company in 1927. The company went bankrupt in 1929 due to the stock market crash.
Growing as a Town
Cheverly officially became a town in 1931. This was done to get better roads and services. During the 1930s and 1940s, the streets improved and lights were added. The number of homes grew from 135 to 650. More houses were built until the 1960s. This created many different types of homes, like Cape Cod and ranch styles.
Two apartment complexes were built in the early 1960s. The town's community center, town hall, and park were built in 1978. In 1958, an industrial area was created on the west side of town.
Cheverly in the 21st Century
On April 29, 2006, Cheverly celebrated its 75th anniversary. The historic home Mount Hope was the town's symbol since 1931. However, in 2020, the town council voted to remove Mount Hope from the Town Seal. They decided to create a new design for the seal.
Historic Places to Visit
Cheverly has several historic sites. These places are recognized by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.
| Site Name | Image | Location | Comment | |
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| 1 | Raymond W. Bellamy House (Belmar) | 2819 Cheverly Avenue | ||
| 2 | Crawford’s Adventure Spring | In Cheverly Nature Park, West of Belleview Avenue | ||
| 3 | The Magruder Spring | East of Cheverly Avenue and South of Arbor Street | ||
| 4 | Mount Hope |  |
1 Cheverly Circle | Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 1978-11-29 |
Geography of Cheverly
Cheverly is located at 38°55′28″N 76°54′49″W / 38.92444°N 76.91361°W. The town covers about 1.35 square miles (3.5 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the town.
Most homes in Cheverly are small to mid-sized red brick houses. There are also a few apartment buildings. These include:
- Cheverly Gardens Apartments
- Parke Cheverly Apartments
- Cheverly Station Apartments (formerly Cheverly Terrace Apartments)
Neighboring Areas
Cheverly shares borders with several other communities:
- Tuxedo (south and west)
- Chapel Oaks (southwest)
- Landover (east, northeast, and southeast)
- Landover Hills (north)
- Villa Heights (northwest)
- Bladensburg (northwest)
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 996 | — | |
| 1950 | 3,318 | 233.1% | |
| 1960 | 5,223 | 57.4% | |
| 1970 | 6,808 | 30.3% | |
| 1980 | 5,751 | −15.5% | |
| 1990 | 6,023 | 4.7% | |
| 2000 | 6,433 | 6.8% | |
| 2010 | 6,173 | −4.0% | |
| 2020 | 6,170 | 0.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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Who Lives in Cheverly?
In 2020, Cheverly had 6,170 residents. The town is home to people from many different backgrounds.
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 1,752 | 1,929 | 28.38% | 31.26% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 3,479 | 2,871 | 56.36% | 46.53% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 6 | 7 | 0.10% | 0.11% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 101 | 144 | 1.64% | 2.33% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 4 | 0.00% | 0.06% |
| Other race alone (NH) | 24 | 28 | 0.39% | 0.45% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 160 | 312 | 2.59% | 5.06% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 651 | 875 | 10.55% | 14.18% |
| Total | 6,173 | 6,170 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
In 2010, there were 6,173 people living in Cheverly. About 36% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.69 people. The average family had 3.17 people.
The median age in Cheverly was 37.8 years. About 23.6% of residents were under 18. In 2013, the average income for a household was about $95,274.
Getting Around Cheverly
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Major roads near Cheverly include U.S. Route 50 and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. These roads connect to Maryland Route 202, which runs through the town. Maryland Route 459 also helps connect different parts of the area.
The Cheverly station is part of the Metro Orange Line. This train station is located just south of Route 50, making it easy to travel by public transport.
Schools in Cheverly
Cheverly is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools system.
Here are some of the public schools that serve Cheverly:
- Elementary schools: Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School serves most of Cheverly. Some parts are zoned to Bladensburg and Robert Gray elementary schools.
- Middle schools: Most students go to G. James Gholson Middle School. Some go to William Wirt Middle School.
- High schools: Most students attend Bladensburg High School. A small number go to Fairmont Heights High School.
The Judith P. Hoyer Early Childhood Center is also located in Cheverly. There is also a private school:
- Saint Ambrose Catholic School (6310 Jason Street)
Parks and Fun Places
Cheverly has many parks and recreational spots for residents to enjoy.
- Bellamy Park: A park named after Raymond Bellamy, Sr. (Forest Road & Cheverly Avenue)
- Boyd Park: This park has a playground, basketball courts, and ball fields. It also has tennis courts and barbecue grills. There's a 3-acre nature trail with exercise equipment. (State Street and 64th Avenue)
- Cheverly-East Neighborhood Park: Features a playground, basketball courts, ball fields, and a tennis court. (6600 block of Oak Street)
- Cheverly-Euclid Neighborhood Park (also known as Pool Park): Has a playground, basketball courts, ball fields, and tennis courts. (Euclid Street & Crest Avenue)
- Cheverly Swim and Racquet Club: A private club with a swimming pool and tennis courts. (Euclid Street & Crest Avenue)
- Cheverly-Tuxedo Park: Offers a playground, basketball courts, a soccer field, and picnic tables. (Belleview Avenue & Arbor Street)
- Gast Park (Tot Lot/Cheese Park): A playground for younger children. (Parkway & Inwood Street)
- Legion Park: A memorial park for those who served in the military. (Forest Road and Cheverly Avenue)
- Magruder Spring Park: Home to Magruder Spring, also called Cheverly Spring. These springs were used by the British in 1814. (Cheverly Avenue & Arbor Street)
- Nature Park: A wooded area with Crawford's Adventure Spring. These springs were also used by the British in 1814. (Crest Avenue & Lockwood Road)
- Town Park: Includes a playground, ball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, and barbecue grills. (6401 Forest Road)
- Woodworth Park: Has a playground and a nature trail. (Wayne Place & Cheverly Park Drive)
Famous People from Cheverly
Many notable people have lived in Cheverly, including:
- Tobi Adewole: A professional soccer player.
- Rushern Baker: A former county executive for Prince George's County.
- Michael Beasley: A professional basketball player.
- Gabrielle Christian: An actress in movies and TV shows.
- Wayne Curry: Another former county executive for Prince George's County.
- Steve Farr: A former baseball pitcher.
- Jeff Green: A professional basketball player.
- Glenn Ivey: A U.S. Congressman.
- Jolene Ivey: A Prince George's County Councilmember.
- Julian Ivey: A Maryland State Delegate.
- Jason C. Miller: A musician and voice actor.
- Margaret Pittman: A researcher known for vaccine development.
- Tim Miles: A basketball coach.
- Victor R. Ramirez: A former Maryland State Senator.
- Charles M. Robinson: A producer and director.
- Andrea Seabrook: A reporter for National Public Radio.
- Gladys Noon Spellman: A U.S. Congresswoman.
- Angela Stanton-King: An author and TV personality.
- Substantial: A rapper.
- Michael G. Summers: A former Maryland State Delegate.
- Michael Taylor: A professional baseball player.
- Lexi Underwood: An actress, known for her role in Little Fires Everywhere.
See also
In Spanish: Cheverly (Maryland) para niños
