Shelltown, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Shelltown, Maryland
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 Shelltown, Maryland
Location in Maryland
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| 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 |
21838
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 591269 |
Shelltown is a small, quiet place in Somerset County, Maryland, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
Shelltown is located very close to where the Pocomoke River meets the bay. The area gets its name from the many oysters, crabs, and other shellfish found there.
Getting Around Shelltown
If you want to visit Shelltown, you can get there by using Shelltown Road. This road connects to two other roads: Old Rehobeth Road and Coventry Parish Road. Both of these roads will lead you to Maryland Route 667, which is a larger state highway.
A Glimpse into Shelltown's History
Shelltown has a special historical spot called Reward. This historic place was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. This list helps protect important historical sites across the United States.
