In Downlown Frederick, Maryland - Streets, Shops and Landmarks (Part 1)
Frederick Map
Frederick, MD, Useful Information
I recommend visiting Frederick on Saturday - the day when most interesting events take place and the best time to enjoy the Downtown Frederick.
Frederick is located less
than one hour drive from Washington, D.C., Baltimore. Use Route I-270 North
from Washington, D.C. to Frederick (45 miles) or Route I-70 West from Baltimore
(46 miles).
Frederick is not far from
such historic places as Harpers Ferry, WV, Gettysburg, PA.
Greyhound Bus has a
terminal in downtown Frederick.
Visit the website of the Tourism Council of
Frederick County for the calendar of events and other useful information
regarding Frederick.
If you want to use car to
come Frederick, do it. Traffic is low on weekends and it is easy to find a
place to park your car in downtown.
Many outsiders would tell you that there is nothing special about Frederick - a city in west-central Maryland, United States (also the county seat of Frederick County). Yet, if you have a day, I would recommend without hesitation to spend it in Frederick - a place where history and modern life intertwined into a lovely and vibrant community to enjoy and understand.
Let me tell you upfront - there are no glamorous monuments or world fame museums in Frederick. And the city itself is not that big by any standards. According to 2008 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, its population was slightly more than 59,000. It is true that Frederick has a rich historic past serving as a major crossroads from colonial times. Because of this, the town turned out to be at the center of the Maryland campaigns of the Civil War, during which both Union and Confederate troops marched through Frederick. But in the city itself, there are no significant landmarks in the city itself that relate to the Civil War. Why then it's worth visiting Frederick?
If you want to spent some time in a relaxed and friendly place, if you want a opportunity to get familiar with a small American city and enjoy the simplicity of life in an outlying community, go to Frederick, and you will not regret it. Its downtown and historic district will present you with variety of shopping, dining, entertainment, and public art experiences. Far from hustle of major cities, yet full of life and colors - choose a sunny Saturday in summer, have a stroll, look around, find a place to eat, relish local culinary delights and people surrounding you. And the savor and the charm of a traditional place like Frederick may very well be what you need to escape from your usual get-up-and-go life.
Below is a photo gallery dedicated to Frederick to help you understand better what this city can offer to a visitor. The gallery focuses on Downtown Frederick. Its Market Street as well as other adjacent areas are the heart of it. It is not a comprehensive guide; I give you mostly hectic selection of images - almost like imprints on my conciseness while I was talking my time that day in the city.
Municipal Parking Garage (directly behind Brewer's Alley Restaurant & Brewery) also known as Church Street Deck |
This may help you find another parking in Frederick, Carroll Creek Deck, located next to C. Burr Artz Library. From S. Market Street make right onto Carroll Creek Way (that's what you see on the picture). Turn left into the parking garage. |
Visiting Frederick on weekends, we found payment booths unattended - read all notes displayed (though they are confusing) for payment information. |
View from Carroll Creek Deck on Frederick at night. |
Frederick Visitor Center |
Griff's Landing sign. Restaurant is located on South Market St., Frederick, Maryland. |
Griff's Landing is a seafood restaurant in Frederick, MD. In addition to inside dining room it also has a porch for a relaxing meal outside. |
Frederick Democratic Party Headquarters - we did not detected any presence of the Republican Party. |
Pretzel & Pizza Creations - a family restaurant and internet cafe, one of many place where you can have a quick bite on Market street in Frederick |
Frederick County flag - a result of 1976 contest held by local Bicentennial Commission. Stripes represent patriotic heritage. The figure on the flag is that of Francis Scott Key, the author of "The Star-Spangled Banner." born in Frederick county and buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Frederick. |
Intersection on Market Street - the main street in Downtown Frederick and the center of nightlife |
Good Time Trolley Line on Market St. Frederick, MD. |
E. Patrick St. in Frederick, MD, at dusk. If you probably do not know that the first house in Frederick was built on Patrick Street and "National Pike" commissioned by Thomas Jefferson ran through Frederick along Patrick Street. |
The best time to enjoy a day in Frederick are Saturdays - there are special events; the atmosphere in the city is lovely. This band can be frequently seen these days not far from Tajitu Ethiopian Restaurant on E. Patrick Street. |
It seems like solo guitar singers and performers are very popular in Frederick. |
Another solo guitar player. |
Saturdays on Market St, Frederick, MD, is a favorite time for many locals to have a stroll and enjoy everything that this friendly city can offer. |
First Saturday of August in Frederick is dedicated to Dogs Days of Summer with doggy costume contests, various events dedicated to dogs with many dog friendly shops and restaurants offering dog food, water, doggy goody bags, you name it. Anyway, be prepared to see crowds of people and dogs. |
Cops, evidently on foot patrol on Market St., Frederick, MD, are not a frequent spectacle |
Ferrari in Downtown Frederick. |
A proud owner of a roadster on Market St. in Frederick, MD |
Typical Downtown Frederick cityscape if you step aside from Market Street |
This is N. East Street, the place also known as Everedy Square & Shab Row. |
Everedy Square & Shab Row at dusk. This area is a cluster of specialty shops, eateries and services in 19th century buildings. During events, this area can be quite vibrant. Otherwise, it seems a bit abandoned. |
N. Market Street in Frederick, MD at night. |
building on N. Market Street in Frederick, MD - nice color. |
Classic Electric Tattoo, Frederick's tattoo and piercing shop. |
Sky's the Limit - a boutique with clothing for all ages as well as a selection of silver jewelry and gemstones |
Earthly Elements - More Than A Rock Shop! Offers a selection of mineral specimens, crystals, fossils, Native American and gemstone jewelry and decorative stone gift items |
Window display of Yaneth Reyes store - designer of fine jewelry who open a store in Frederick in 2005 |
Museum Shop - fine artwork, gifts, Japanese woodcuts, restoration, art glass , jewelry, pottery, ceramic, custom framing. |
Museum Shop (Frederick, MD) - window display |
Classic Cigars and British Goodies (Frederick, Maryland) - a unique little shop worth popping into |
This Classic Cigars and British Goodies sign made of wood is so cute I decided it deserves a place in this gallery. |
Classic Cigars and British Goodies entrance - wines on the right, a decent cigar selection in a walk-in humidor of the left |
Ec'clectibles shop in Frederick, MD - features a vast selection of unique items, cards and collectibles. |
Landis Jewelry Store in Frederick, Maryland |
Landis Jewelry Store in Frederick, Maryland - window display, in addtion to jewelry, also presents some patriotic items |
This mural is on the wall of one of the buildings not far from Carroll Creek ( S. Market St. and Citizen's Way) - I could not find any information about the artist. |
Another mural is on the building on W. Church St. across The Tasting Room restaurant. |
Just a glimpse of Frederick, Maryland - historic Patrick Street is well taken care of. Downtown is clean and vibrant. |
The Weinberg Center for the Arts on W. Patrick St. in Downtown Frederick, MD. It is a center of many cultural events and art programs in Frederick, MD. |
The Weinberg Center - entrance. |
Frederick Arts Council and The Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County are arts active venues for the county and city. They often organize various events like this local artist exhibition dedicated to domestic animals and dogs in particular. |
Inside the exhibition hall - a variety of art from quite sophisticated to simple and naive but touching paintings. |
I really liked this painting by local artist Nancy Graham, A Weary Bunch (oil on canvas) |
Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church in Frederick, MD |
Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ - Trinity Chapel |
Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ - Trinity Chapel at night |
Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ built in the Greek Revival style on the site of an earlier church schoolhouse |
All Saints Episcopal Church located on Church St in Frederick, MD |
All Saints Episcopal Church - view in nave |
Frederick County Government, Winchester Hall on East Church Street |
Frederick City Hall built in 1862, served as the Frederick County Courthouse until 1982. |
Evangelical Lutheran Church on East Church Street (Frederick, Maryland) |
Evangelical Lutheran Church - entrance |
Evangelical Lutheran Church (Frederick, MD) - inner court with church layout and buildings |
