Westminster Attractions
The town, founded in 1764, was originally named Winchester for the founder William Winchester. The name was changed after the American Revolution because much of the local mail was being sent to Winchester, VA.
Carroll County Arts Council
The Carroll County Arts Council is housed in the former Carroll Theatre. The art deco building houses a 263-seat theatre, and the Tevis Gallery with work by regional artists, in various media.
Carroll County Arts Council
15 East Main Street
Westminster, MD 21157-5000
United States
15 East Main Street
Westminster, MD 21157-5000
United States
Phone 1 (410) 848-7272
Fax 1 (410) 848-8962
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 20:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Carroll County Farm Museum
Visitors have the opportunity to experience mid-nineteenth century rural life at the Carroll County Farm Museum. The Museum grounds include original farm structures, such as the Farmhouse, built in 1852-53 and a bank barn as well as a Smokehouse, Broom shop, Saddlery, Springhouse, Living History Center, Wagon shed, and a One-room Schoolhouse. The General Store, reminiscent of the 1800s, sells items handcrafted by Farm Museum artisans, souvenirs, and nickel candies.
Carroll County Farm Museum
500 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157-5615
United States
500 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157-5615
United States
Phone 1 (410) 386-3880
Fax 1 (410) 876-8544
Hours
May 1 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
July 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Union Mills Homestead
The Union Mills Homestead was home to six generations of the Shriver family. David and Andrew Shriver purchased a large tract of land along the Big Pipe Creek in 1797. The Shriver family operated several mills, farmed the land, as well as operating a tannery and canning business. Furnishings and utensils highlight two centuries of American life in the clapboard farmhouse.
