Harwood, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harwood, Maryland
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The U.S. Post Office at Harwood, Maryland, in May 2010.
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 Harwood, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Harwood, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Anne Arundel |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
20776
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443 and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 590432 |
Harwood is a small community in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, in the United States. It is located south of the city of Annapolis. Harwood is often called a "crossroads" because important roads meet there, like Maryland Route 2 (also known as Solomons Island Road).
Education in Harwood
Students living in Harwood usually attend Southern High School. This school is located very close to the community. Some high school students from Harwood also go to South River High School. This other school is in a nearby town called Edgewater.
Historic Places in Harwood
Harwood is home to several old and important buildings. These places are known as "historic structures" because they have a special history. They help us learn about the past of the area. Some of these historic sites include:
- Obligation
- Larkin's Hill Farm
- Larkin's Hundred
Notable People from Harwood
Many interesting people have connections to Harwood. Here are a few who have made a name for themselves:
- LeRoy Battle (1921–2015): He was a talented music teacher. He was also a Tuskegee Airman, which means he was one of the brave African American military pilots who fought during World War II.
- Molly Schuyler (born 1980): She is an American competitive eater. She is famous for winning many eating contests, including the Z-Burger Champ nine times.
- Pete Stark (1931–2020): He was a retired congressman. A congressman is a person who helps make laws for the country in the United States Congress.
- Stan Stearns (1935–2012): He was a well-known photographer.
- Thomas Noble Stockett (1747–1802): He was a surgeon, which is a type of doctor who performs operations. He was also a veteran of the American Revolutionary War, meaning he fought in the war that created the United States.
- Joseph Noble Stockett (1779–1854): He was an important landowner during the 18th and 19th centuries.
- George Washington (1732–1799): The first President of the United States, George Washington, once dined at a place called Rawlings' Tavern in the area.
