Historic Baldwin Hall
 Community banquet and meeting facility
  Circa 1861


  Built at the location of the current stone church, the beautiful white building we now know as Historic Charles W. Baldwin Hall originally served as the Church for the Methodist Episcopal congregation that met at Severn Cross Roads from 1861 until the stone church was constructed in the late 1890s. Historic Baldwin Hall has been moved twice, first to the opposite side of Indian Landing Road to serve as the Sunday School and church hall for Baldwin Memorial United Methodist Church, and then to its present location where it has been operated as an independent community hall for the Millersville and Crownsville area.

  Learn about the history of the community and Historic Baldwin Hall by joining in a Cross Roads Open House event on Saturday, September 3; celebrate with a community worship service and choral festival on Sunday, September 4; and participate in hands on fun activities about local history from the Civil War era at the Community Celebration on Monday, September 5. There is a unique opportunity to place a photo or other treasure in a time capsule to be sealed until 2061.

  To learn more, or to volunteer to help with any of the activities, contact Annie Medford or 443-254-2240
    Planned events include:
  • Saturday September 3rd - The Cross Roads Corners Open House with tours of the historic buildings located at the corners that form the Cross Roads of General's Hwy and Millersville/ Indian Landing Roads.
  • Sunday September 4th - Historic Charles W. Baldwin Hall invites the pastor of Baldwin Memorial United Church to perform a traditional Methodist church service in recognition of our unique history. Pre-dating the stone chapel, Historic Baldwin Hall was one of the original homes of this congregation.
  • Sunday September 4th - An Ecumenical Choir Festival will be held in the afternoon, followed by refreshments in the garden. Choirs from several local churches have been invited to participate.
  • Monday September 5th - A Community Sesquicentennial Celebration to include Civil War re-enactors; performances from local dance groups and musicians; games and crafts; Quilting demonstrations; Cross stitch lessons; picnic foods, ice cream; and lots of fun family events. A Time Capsule will be placed with contributions collected from the local community.
  • All Weekend - Commermorative keepsakes and Baldwin Hall notecards will be available for purchase. Time Capsule contributions will be accepted.
If you are interested in volunteering for this community celebration, please contact Annie Medford , Manager of Historic Baldwin Hall at 443-254-2240.
Check here for futher details in the coming weeks!!
 

Baldwin Hall

  Historic Baldwin Hall, built in 1861, is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Hall, which is not a religious facility, is considered a significant example of 19th century country church architecture.
 
  It features beautiful arched windows, a lofty Victorian tile ceiling, chandeliers, and hardwood floors. A full stage, with curtains and backlighting, offers an attractive focal point to many events. At the opposite end of the main hall, there is a tiered balcony overlook.
 
  This charming building is set on two acres, with large lawn, gravel parking areas, mature hardwoods, and pine and cedar buffers. There is a formal flower garden with arch trellis and path, and benches on the grounds. To the rear of the property, a replica nineteenth century one-room school house, complete with large open front porch, overlooks the lawn and Baldwin Hall.
 
  Historic Baldwin Hall is located in Millersville, Maryland, at the intersection of Millersville Road and Generals Highway. With easy access to Interstate 97, Baldwin Hall is convenient to Annapolis, Columbia, Baltimore, Washington, and BWI airport.
 
  Interior capacity for the main hall is 125-150 for banquets or 299 for meetings and theater productions.
 
  Historic Charles W. Baldwin Hall and the reconstructed 1840s one room school house are maintained by The Severn Cross Roads Foundations, Inc. and its volunteer Board of Trustees who are members of the Foundation and citizens of our community. The Foundation and Baldwin Hall have no religious affiliation. The use of Baldwin Hall is managed by a professional Building Manager, who will be happy to answer your questions - please email or call 410-923-3438.