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Did you know that Cockeysville was named after a family who helped establish the town?

Population: 19,388

Best Way To Travel: Train, Car

#1 Thing to do: Beaver Dam Swimming Club

#2 Thing to do: Oregon Ridge Dinner Theatre

#3 Thing to do: House Museum

Fun Fact: The Grand Lodge of Maryland, which is a retirement home for Master Masons, Eastern Star ladies and eligible family members, is located in Cockeysville

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Cockeysville is a charming census-designated place in the state of Maryland, located more exactly in Baltimore County. The name of Cockeysville comes from the Cockey family, which established the place, somewhere around 1725. Clearly, Cockeysville is one of the oldest settlements in the United States. Even though Cockeysville did not become incorporated, it still developed hugely. Now, nearly 19.400 people live in Cockeysville, according to the 2000 census. Cockeysville has also become a popular tourist destination, as it provides activities for all ages and budgets. You will find here numerous attractions, as well as plenty of leisure and cultural possibilities, so that no one will get bored.

Top Attractions within Cockeysville

The Grand Lodge is one of the most popular places of interest in Cockeysville. This campus spans on 250 acres and it comprises many features: a castle-like structure, which is also known as Bonnie Blink, hand-laid tile storyboards, the Freemason's Hill and a museum. All of these features are related to the Ancient, Free, and Accepted Masons, so the ones who are passionate about this topic should definitely come here.

The Maryland Grand Lodge Museum is the museum previously mentioned, so you can find it in the Grand Lodge of Maryland. A particularly artefact displayed here is the desk that George Washington resigned his commission on, that is before becoming President. Then, you will also see here a Latin Bible dating from 1482, which is pretty rare, and a set of jewels belonging to Maryland's past Grand Masters.

Stone Hall is another historic attraction in Cockeysville, and it designated a historic home that was built in 1783. The property spans on 82 acres, and it was built in an impressive Federal architectural style. Besides the beautiful house, you will also see here a barn, a blacksmith shop and a carriage house. In 1973, the house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Five Things You Must Do in Cockeysville

Cockeysville is located in the state of Maryland and is a part of the County of Baltimore. Cockeysville is a suburb located in the metro area of Baltimore. Cockeysville was settled in the year 1976 and derived its name from the Cockey family, who helped establish it.

1. Visit the Fire Museum: As the name suggests, the museum is dedicated to fire fighters and fire fighting in general. The museum features several items of fire fighting equipment, including hand-pulled equipment, items of equipment that were horse-drawn and modern motorized equipment.

2. Visit the Domino Sugar Company: This is one of the leading sugar-producing companies in the county. The company is nearly 100 years old. Here, visitors can take a tour of the factory and see how sugar is manufactured.

3. Unwind at the Gunpowder Falls State Park: This is one of the most popular parks in the Cockeysville surroundings. The park is spread over an area of 18,000 acres and has nearly 100 miles of trails. At the park visitors can enjoy activities like fishing, boating, whitewater canoeing and biking, plus several others.

4. Visit the National Aquarium: The aquarium is very popular throughout the US, being one of the best in the nation. The aquarium features an exhibit of a tropical rainforest as well as large shark tanks. The aquarium is also actively involved in spreading awareness about saving marine mammals.

5. Enjoy at the Patapsco Valley State Park: The Park is spread over an area of 14,000 acres. At the Patapsco Valley State Park you can enjoy activities like horseback riding, canoeing, biking, hiking and tube fishing, plus many others.

Other locations near Cockeysville

Book At	Miles/km to Cockeysville	Directions to Cockeysville	Latitude	Longitude
Towson	6/10	Directions	39.4015	-76.60191
Owings Mills	8/14	Directions	39.41955	-76.78025
Parkville	9/15	Directions	39.37733	-76.53969
Govans	9/15	Directions	39.349681	-76.607283
Reisterstown	10/16	Directions	39.46955	-76.82942
Randallstown	11/18	Directions	39.36733	-76.79525
Fallston	13/20	Directions	39.51455	-76.41107
Essex	15/24	Directions	39.30927	-76.47496
Catonsville	15/24	Directions	39.27205	-76.73192
*Distance is calculated aerial. Actual will be different.

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