New Market, Maryland facts for kids
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New Market, Maryland
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| Town of New Market | |||
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Location of New Market, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Maryland |
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| County |  Frederick |
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| Incorporated | 1878 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 1.62 sq mi (4.21 km2) | ||
| • Land | 1.62 sq mi (4.20 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 545 ft (166 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,525 | ||
| • Density | 939.62/sq mi (362.79/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
21774
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| Area code(s) | 301, 240 | ||
| FIPS code | 24-55650 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2391325 | ||
New Market is a small town in Frederick County, Maryland, United States. In 2020, about 1,525 people lived there. The town is known for its many antique shops. It even calls itself the "Antiques Capital of Maryland."
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Geography of New Market
New Market is located in Frederick County, Maryland. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers about 0.80 square miles (2.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
History of New Market
New Market began to grow in the late 1700s. This happened as people started settling in nearby Frederick, Maryland. Important trade routes formed between Frederick and Baltimore. New Market developed along one of these key roads.
The National Road and Early Settlement
This road later became known as the National Road. It was a very important path for travelers heading west. In 1926, U.S. Route 40, a major highway that crosses the country, was built along this old road.
In 1792, a man named William Plummer planned out 36 lots for the town. Soon after, in 1793, Nicholas Hall added 134 more lots. The first lots were sold in June 1793, and that's when New Market officially started.
Growing as a Stopping Point
As time went on, New Market became a busy stopping point for travelers. People built churches, hotels, and inns. There were also post offices, taverns, and blacksmith shops. Doctors also set up practices here. These services were very important for people traveling long distances.
Historic Places in New Market
Several places in New Market are recognized for their history. The New Market Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. The Henry Nelson House and Drummine Farm are also listed.
New Market: The Antiques Capital
New Market is famous for its antique shops. An antique is an old item that is valuable because of its age or beauty. The downtown area used to have many small shops selling these unique old items.
Even though antique shopping happens all year, New Market also hosts special events. These events celebrate the town's history. For example, "Christmas in New Market" takes place every first Saturday in December. From June to October, the town has "2nd Saturday" events. These events feature artists, food, music, and movies.
Population Changes in New Market
The number of people living in New Market has changed over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 402 | — | |
| 1890 | 423 | 5.2% | |
| 1900 | 360 | −14.9% | |
| 1910 | 320 | −11.1% | |
| 1920 | 274 | −14.4% | |
| 1930 | 294 | 7.3% | |
| 1940 | 360 | 22.4% | |
| 1950 | 301 | −16.4% | |
| 1960 | 358 | 18.9% | |
| 1970 | 339 | −5.3% | |
| 1980 | 306 | −9.7% | |
| 1990 | 328 | 7.2% | |
| 2000 | 427 | 30.2% | |
| 2010 | 656 | 53.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,525 | 132.5% | |
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In 2010, there were 656 people living in New Market. There were 231 households, with many families. About half of the households had children under 18 living there. The average age of people in the town was about 36 years old.
Education in New Market
Students in New Market attend several local schools. These include New Market Elementary School and Oakdale Elementary School. For middle school, students go to New Market Middle School or Oakdale Middle School. High school students attend either Oakdale High School or Linganore High School.
Transportation in New Market
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Most people travel to and from New Market by car. The main highways that go through the town are Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 40. These roads connect New Market to Baltimore to the east. They also connect to Frederick and Hagerstown to the west.
Maryland Route 75 also serves New Market. It goes north to Libertytown and south to Hyattstown. Maryland Route 144 connects the center of town to MD 75.
Notable People from New Market
- John Vincent Atanasoff: He was an inventor who helped create the first electronic digital computer, called the Atanasoff–Berry Computer.
- William Plummer Benton: He served as a general from Indiana during the American Civil War.
See also
In Spanish: New Market (Maryland) para niños
