Dr. John Baltzell, the physician who built the house, which is the current home to the Historical Society of Frederick County, was the grandnephew of John Thomas and Margaret Schley, the first people to purchase a plot of land in the new city of Frederick Towne.

VIRTUAL TOUR

Our museum and exhibits are constantly rotating and expanding, so we encourage you to stop by for a visit. If you're unable to make the journey, please stroll through our online exhibit to learn more about our museum.

First Floor:
Entryway
Front Parlor
Back Parlor
Dining Room

Second Floor:
Master Bedroom
Orphans' Bedroom
Tall Case Clock Exhibit

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Exhibition Opening Backcountry Dutch: German Heritage & Decorative Arts in Frederick County
Friday, June 6
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History

Time Traveler's History Camp
Monday-Friday, June 23-27 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Museum of Frederick County History

Fabulous Fifties Jazz in the Garden
Saturday, July 26
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
HSFC Heritage Garden

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