Graceham, Maryland facts for kids
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Graceham, Maryland
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Graceham Moravian Church and Parsonage
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 Graceham, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Graceham, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Frederick |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.48 sq mi (1.24 km2) |
| • Land | 0.48 sq mi (1.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 243 |
| • Density | 507.31/sq mi (196.02/km2) |
| ZIP code |
21788
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| Area code(s) | 240 and 301 |
| FIPS code | 24-34350 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2806297 |
Graceham is a small community located in Frederick County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, even though it's not an official town or city. Graceham is home to the historic Graceham Moravian Church and Parsonage. According to the 2020 Census, 243 people live there.
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Bird Visitors in Graceham
Starting in 1973, Graceham experienced a unique challenge. Millions of starlings, grackles, and other birds began visiting the area. These large groups of birds caused problems for the environment and for the people living there.
Efforts to Manage Bird Populations
To try and solve the bird issue, the Maryland Forestry Department took action. They removed about 30-40% of the local pine grove. This was an attempt to reduce the number of birds coming to the area. The following year, the number of birds did decrease. However, this solution did not last forever.
Community Action for a Solution
By 1977, the bird problem returned. Residents and experts spoke to the Senate Economic Affairs Committee. They supported new laws that would allow for better ways to handle the large bird populations. This showed how important the issue was to the community.
Graceham's Population
Graceham is a small community with a steady population.
Population Count in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 243 people living in Graceham. Most residents identified as White. A small number of people identified as mixed race or Hispanic/Latino.
