The City of Cambridge is one of the oldest towns in Maryland dating back to 1684. In 1986, a group of citizens organized an effort to recognize and preserve Cambridge's rich architectural heritage. Their work resulted in the listing of the Cambridge Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places. This listing enables property owners to take advantage of Federal and state tax benefits for approved renovations and restorations.
Several years later, the Cambridge community worked with the Mayor and Council to create the locally-designated Cambridge Historic District and to establish the Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). This local designation enables the HPC to manage requested changes to buildings within the historic district.
The Historic District encompasses a large portion of downtown Cambridge then extends in a northwest direction along the waterfront to include portions of Wards 1, 3 and 4. It covers over forty city blocks and was the home of many prominent business owners and tradesmen. A variety of architectural styles can be found in the District as most of the buildings date from the second half of the nineteenth century and the first three decades of the twentieth century.
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Maryland Historical Trust Hurricane Disaster Recovery
The Maryland Historical Trust is compiling a list of damage to older and historic buildings throughout Maryland and would appreciate you sharing any information. Please contact the City of Cambridge Planning Office or use the link below to share any damage information of which you may be aware.
http://mht.maryland.gov/hurricane.html
Earthquake Damage Information Requested
The Maryland Historical Trust is compiling a list of damage to older and historic buildings throughout Maryland and would appreciate you sharing any information. Please contact the City of Cambridge Planning Office or use the link below to share any damage information of which you may be aware.
