Missing History
Many Buildings from Frederick’s Past, some of them Iconic Structures, can only be Found in Photographs
As Frederick County embraces its historical attributes as not merely cultural charm, but also as a genuine marketing lure for tourists and residents, efforts to preserve the past continues. Those who value historical preservation can lean on a variety of tools, from government programs and architectural requirements to nonprofits organizations like the Frederick County Landmarks Foundation that work to save history.
But that hasn’t always been the case. Before the historical preservation renaissance of the 1960s, buildings were often demolished without regard to their cultural significance, and many properties have been redeveloped in the name of progress and urban renewal. On the following pages are some notable and some ordinary places that are left to the history books.
Maryland School For The Deaf, South Market Street
Citizens’ National Bank, Patrick and Market Streets
A&P Super Market, South Court Street
Empire Theater, North Market Street
Frederick Theater, North Market Street
Montevue Hospital, Rosemont Avenue
