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Annapolis is the capital of the U.S. state of Maryland. With a population of 39,174 as of 2019, it is also the county seat of Anne Arundel County. The city is located on the Chesapeake Bay, about 30 miles from Washington D.C. and 30 miles from Baltimore.

Annapolis is best known as the home of the United States Naval Academy, founded in 1845. The city is also known for its rich maritime history, preserved historic colonial buildings, and popular attractions like the Maryland State House and the United States Naval Academy Museum.

History

Annapolis was incorporated as a city in 1708. It served as the capital of Maryland and is still the capital today. The city was named after Princess Anne of Denmark and Norway, who later became Queen Anne of Great Britain. Maryland was established as an English colony in 1632 by George Calvert, with the original capital in St. Mary's City. The capital was moved to Annapolis in 1695 under Royal Governor Francis Nicholson.

As a port city, Annapolis played an important role in the colonial and revolutionary periods of the United States. The city held significant political influence and hosted the Continental Congress in 1783-84. It was in Annapolis that General George Washington famously resigned as commander in chief of the Continental Army in December 1783 after the Revolutionary War.

Today, much of Annapolis' early 18th-century architecture has been well-preserved. The city is noted for its brick homes and historic landmarks, like the Maryland State House, which is the oldest U.S. state capitol still in continuous legislative use.

Geography and Population

Annapolis is located at 38°58′23′′N 76°29′04′′W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.10 square miles, of which 7.18 square miles is land and 0.92 square miles is water.

As of the 2019 census, there were 39,174 people living in Annapolis. The racial makeup of the city was 60.4% White, 31.8% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.1% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.6% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race made up 5.4% of the population.

Annapolis is part of the Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area. It is accessible via highways, including Interstate 97 and U.S. Route 50 & 301. The city is also accessible by water taxis and water tours that operate daily.

Government

Annapolis has a council-manager system of government, led by a city council with nine aldermen representing each of the city's wards. The mayor, currently Gavin Buckley, is elected at-large. The administrative head of the city government is the city manager, currently David Jarrell.

The city government offices are located in the Annapolis City Hall at:

160 Duke of Gloucester Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: (410) 263-7942

Annapolis is the county seat of Anne Arundel County. The county government offices are located at:

44 Calvert Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: (410) 222-7000

More information can be found on the Anne Arundel County website.

Economy

As a state capital and major tourist destination, the public sector drives much of Annapolis' economy. The state and local government, as well as the United States Naval Academy, are major employers in the city. Tourism also provides significant economic impact through spending on lodging, dining, retail, and entertainment.

According to the City's Economic Development office, the top employers in Annapolis are:

• United States Naval Academy (7,500 employees)
• Anne Arundel Medical Center (5,400 employees)
• State of Maryland (3,100 employees)
• Anne Arundel County Public Schools (2,552 employees)
• City of Annapolis (932 employees)
• Anne Arundel Community College (900 employees)

Major private sector employers include defense contractor Northrop Grumman, hospitality company Marriott International, and insurance provider Argo Group US.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Annapolis include:

United States Naval Academy

The Naval Academy is located at 121 Blake Road. Visitors can tour the campus and browse exhibits at the Naval Academy Museum. Website: https://www.usna.edu

Maryland State House

The Maryland State House is located at 100 State Circle. It is the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use and houses the Maryland General Assembly. Website: https://msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdstatehouse/html/home.html

GPS Coordinates: 38.9784° N, 76.4867° W

Historic Annapolis

Historic Annapolis includes many 18th and 19th century buildings, museums, shops, restaurants. Major sights include the William Paca House, St. Anne's Church, and the Banneker-Douglass Museum. Website: https://www.annapolis.org/

GPS Coordinates: 38.9794° N, 76.4875° W

United States Naval Academy Museum

Location: 52 King George Street

The museum houses a collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs relating to the history of the U.S. Navy and the Naval Academy. Website: https://www.usna.edu/Museum/

Transportation

Annapolis is accessible by land, sea, and air transportation:

• Roads - Interstate 97, U.S. Route 50 & U.S. Route 301, and other local roads
• Bus - City public transit provided by Annapolis Transit
• Rail - Nearest station is located at Baltimore–Washington Airport
• Air - BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is 30 miles away
• Water - City dock, marinas, and water taxis available

Education

Annapolis lies within Anne Arundel County Public Schools. It has a number of public and private schools, including:

• Anne Arundel County Public Schools
• Annapolis Public Schools (elementary and middle school)
• Key School (private K-12)
• St. Mary's High School (private, Catholic)

Higher education institutions include the United States Naval Academy and Anne Arundel Community College, located in Arnold, Maryland.

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources and community websites for Annapolis residents and visitors:

• Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County - Tourism website
• Annapolis City Facebook page
• City of Annapolis - Official city website
• Annapolis Recreation & Parks - Info on local parks, recreation, and events
• Navy Women's Lacrosse - NCAA Division I Navy Midshipmen team
• Anne Arundel County Public Library system

Map of Annapolis

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