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Hopewell, Maryland
Hopewell, Somerset County, Maryland is located in Maryland
Hopewell, Somerset County, Maryland
Hopewell, Somerset County, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Hopewell, Somerset County, Maryland is located in the United States
Hopewell, Somerset County, Maryland
Hopewell, Somerset County, Maryland
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  Maryland
County Somerset
Elevation
0.9 m (3 ft)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
21817
Area code(s) 410, 443, and 667
GNIS feature ID 590502

Hopewell is a small, quiet place in Maryland, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of Somerset County. Hopewell is found where two roads, Maryland Route 413 and Maryland Route 667, meet up. A special old building here is St. Peter's Methodist Episcopal Church. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990 because of its history.

Where is Hopewell, Maryland?

Hopewell is located in the southern part of Maryland. It sits within Somerset County. This area is on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.

Getting Around Hopewell

The community is easy to find. It's right at the spot where Maryland Route 413 and Maryland Route 667 cross paths. These roads help people travel in and out of Hopewell.

Historic Places in Hopewell

Even though Hopewell is a small community, it has an important historical building. This building tells us about the past.

St. Peter's Methodist Episcopal Church

One of the most notable places in Hopewell is St. Peter's Methodist Episcopal Church. This church is very old. It has been a part of the community for many years.

Why is the Church Important?

The church was recognized for its historical value in 1990. It was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history. Being on this list helps protect the church. It also makes sure its history is remembered for future generations.

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