Churchville, Maryland
Churchville is an unincorporated community in Harford County, Maryland, located between the county seat, Bel Air, and Aberdeen, where the Aberdeen Proving Ground is located.
Population
The population of the area is 2,818.
History and Lower Cross Roads
Because it links Bel Air and Aberdeen (and indirectly, the only other incorporated town in Harford County, Havre de Grace), Churchville was once known in colonial times as Lower Cross Roads. The town has agricultural origins and is known for its many picturesque churches, particularly Churchville Presbyterian Church, at the center of town.
Churchville was once home to the Archers, a prominent family in Maryland and United States History. Their home, Medical Hall, is still located in Churchville, and several of the Archer family are buried in the cemetery at Churchville Presbyterian Church.
Notable residents
- John Archer, (1741–1810), born in Churchville, recipient of the first medical diploma issued in the United States and United States Congressman from Maryland[1]
- Stevenson Archer, (1786–1848), born in Churchville, John Archer's son, also a United States Congressman and Chief Justice of the Maryland Court of Appeals[1]
- Stevenson Archer, (1827–1898), born in Churchville, son of Stephenson Archer and grandson of John Archer, also a United States Congressman.[1]
Schools and Services
Churchville Elementary School - 2935 Level Road, Churchville MD
Level Vol. Fire Hall
References
Coordinates: 39°33′40″N 76°14′44″W / 39.56111°N 76.24556°W
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