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Catonsville is a census-designated place (CDP) in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. The population was 41,567 at the 2010 census. The community lies to the west of Baltimore along the city's border. Catonsville contains the majority of University of Maryland, Baltimore County, a major research university with close to 14,000 students.

Founded in 1661 as part of Colonial Maryland, Catonsville became an incorporated town in 1845. It was centered on Frederick Road (now Frederick Road and Main Street) and was made up of small farms and open fields. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, suburban development arrived in the form of electric trolleys and commuter rail. Catonsville's population grew dramatically as affluent city residents moved to suburbs. Original buildings were enlarged and replaced, and fine homes, churches, and businesses appeared along Frederick Road.

History

Catonsville's name was derived from the Native American name "Catonsahilla" according to the book Maryland Place Names by Henry Gannett. Frederick Calvert, 6th Baron Baltimore awarded a land grant in 1690 which was called "Catonsahilla". Another reliable source states the town's name comes from Richard Caton, who owned a large estate near the present site of University of Maryland-Baltimore County. Caton built a large mansion named Bloomsbury on a hilltop near Caton Avenue and Bloomsbury Avenue; Caton's land grant was known as "Caton Manor". The 1850 census showed about 100 residents, most of them farmers.

By the Civil War, Catonsville had become a major industrial center. Rail lines had been constructed along the Patapsco Valley to transport iron ore and marble from quarries in western Maryland and Pennsylvania. The iron works in the Bloede's Dam area were among the largest in the nation. The Thomas Viaduct railroad bridge over the Patapsco River Valley was completed by the B&O Railroad in 1835 is considered to be the world's oldest multiple arched stone railroad bridge still in use.

By the late 1880s, Catonsville became a streetcar suburb of Baltimore. The electric cars allowed affluent city residents to commute to work in the city. The line followed Frederick Road, the main artery of Catonsville, running east-west to and from Main Street in downtown Baltimore. Large Victorian homes were built along Frederick Road during this period. Baltimore attempted to annex Catonsville in 1917, but the state legislature refused. Catonsville remained an independent town until it was annexed into Baltimore County in 1945 as a 9-square-mile (23 km2) unincorporated community.

In 1995, the original 1878 Bloede's Dam was restored by removing over a century's accumulation of silt and beautified with lighting. Frederick Law Olmsted's 1870s rolling hills design provides flood control, reduces erosion and sedimentation, and helps to maintain water quality. The park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Catonsville's downtown business district has revitalized itself in recent years with the expansion of the University of Maryland-Baltimore County (UMBC) campus. The campus now contains over 13,000 students. Several local revitalization projects such as the Streetscape Project have created an inviting atmosphere downtown. New local businesses and college bars have opened creating a lively social scene.

Catonsville is located at 39°16′16.2″N 76°44′04.1″W (39.27117, -76.73446).

According to the Wikipedia page for Catonsville, it resides in Baltimore County. The county government website is https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/ and the address is:

Baltimore County Government
400 Washington Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
Phone: (410) 887-0000

Population

As of the 2020 census, the population of Catonsville was 42,464. It is the 13th largest community in Maryland and the 95th largest census-designated place in the United States. The racial makeup of the CDP was 67.3% White, 21.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 6.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.0% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 3.5% of the population.

Attractions and Landmarks

Catonsville Short Line Railroad

The Catonsville Short Line Railroad is a privately owned 7.5" gauge train that gives rides around Catonsville and Spring Grove Hospital Center. It was originally built by hospital staff to entertain patients but now operates as a tourist railroad on summer weekends.

Address: 850 Bloomsbury Ave, Catonsville, MD 21228

Phone: (410) 747-0118

The railroad is located at GPS coordinates 39°16′21.3″N 76°43′45.1″W:

Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum

The Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum is dedicated to the African American inventor and astronomer who lived nearby and created a striking wooden clock in the 1750s. The park offers interactive exhibits, archeological artifacts, and nature trails.

Address: 300 Oella Ave, Catonsville, MD 21228

Phone: (410) 887-1081

The museum is located at GPS coordinates 39°16′00.8″N 76°43′31.3″W:

Spring Grove Hospital Center

The Spring Grove Hospital Center is a psychiatric hospital founded in 1797. Its historic campus includes Gothic Revival architecture and landscaping designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Though no longer a working farm, Spring Grove keeps animals like chickens, goats, and alpacas for therapeutic purposes.

Address: 55 Wade Ave, Catonsville, MD 21228

Phone: (410) 402-8000

Spring Grove Hospital Center is located at GPS coordinates 39°16′20.5″N 76°43′53.1″W:

Economy and Major Employers

Historically, Catonsville's economy was focused on steel, coal, paper, chemicals, and rail. Over time, suburbanization changed the landscape and introduced new industries. Today, major employers in Catonsville include:

Other major employers include healthcare, education, retail, and finance companies.

Transportation

Catonsville is accessible by multiple modes of transportation:

Education

Catonsville is served by Baltimore County Public Schools. Public school students are divided among these school districts:

Local Resources

Catonsville offers many community amenities and resources for residents and visitors:

Whether you're a lifelong resident or just visiting, Catonsville has something for everyone. We hope this guide gives you a great overview of our wonderful community!




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