Rehobeth, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rehobeth, Maryland
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Coventry Parish ruins
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 Rehobeth, Maryland
Location in Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Somerset |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21857
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 591110 |
Rehobeth is a small place in Somerset County, Maryland, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government like a town or city. Instead, it's managed by the county.
Rehobeth is located on the eastern side of Old Rehobeth Road, near Rehobeth Road. It sits right on the bank of the Pocomoke River.
What's in a Name?
The name Rehobeth comes from a place called Rehoboth that is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. A local farm or "plantation" in the area was given this name, and eventually, the community adopted it too.
Historic Places to See
Rehobeth is home to several important historical sites. These places are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect buildings and sites that are important to the history of the United States.
- Caldicott: This is one of the historic sites in Rehobeth.
- Coventry Parish Ruins: These are the remains of an old church or religious building. They show what life was like long ago.
- Rehobeth Presbyterian Church: This historic church is another important landmark in the community.
These sites help us learn about the past and how people lived in this part of Maryland many years ago.
