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Havre de Grace and Harford County sit conveniently close to Baltimore, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and Wilmington and your exploration is just an exit away. Our many destinations are all just minutes from I-95. Historic Havre De Grace (exit 89) is the place Southern Living Magazine dubbed the Duckiest Town on the Chesapeake! That could be because the happy, small-town atmosphere makes all who visit the waterfront town feel... well... just ducky!

Havre de Grace also happens to be the home of the Duck Decoy Museum that tells the story of the town's rich heritage of waterfowl carving and hunting. The Concord Point Lighthouse, the town's most well-known landmark, has served as a beacon for visitors since 1827. Views of the lighthouse as well as expansive views of the Susquehanna River and Chesapeake Bay, can be enjoyed from the town's waterfront boardwalk promenade. As you stroll along the promenade be sure to visit The Maritime Museum devoted to celebrating boat building and the Watermen's way of life.

Aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis, retrace the steps of this vanishing breed, through their many scheduled cruises. The Martha Lewis is one of the last oyster boats to fish commercially, under sail, in the United States. The Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace at the Lock House tells the story of the Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal and the history of Havre de Grace. Visitors may see an authentic Lock and Lock Tender's house. Take another step back in time at the Steppingstone Museum, which preserves and demonstrates the rural arts and crafts of the 1880-1920 period. The Steppingstone Museum is one of several historic attractions located at Susquehanna State Park.

Located just three miles northwest of Havre de Grace the Park offers camping, trails, picnicking and more! Elegant inns, restaurants, cafes, antique shops and galleries keep downtown Havre de Grace vibrant with activity. Havre de Grace is also home to Bulle Rock, one of the few 5 star rated golf facilities in the country. Bulle Rock is now home to the McDonald's LPGA Championship presented by Coca-Cola one of four majors on the ladies' professional tour.

Just five miles west of Havre de Grace is Aberdeen (exit 85), an all-American City. Be sure to catch an Ironbirds baseball game at Ripken Stadium-built by hometown hero, Cal Ripken, Jr. Head over to the Aberdeen Proving Ground and drive the "Mile of Tanks" and explore the 25-acre Tank and Artillery Park. Take a self-guided tour of the world-class U.S. Army Ordnance Museum, which houses more than 8,000 artifacts.

In a short scenic drive discover Darlington (exit 89), home of the famous Apple Festival. The country roads of Northern Harford County are peppered with horse farms, orchards, and produce markets. Experience the timeless art of wine making at Fiore Winery (exit 80). Fiore Winery invites you to tour, picnic and sample their exceptional vintages.

A short drive to Bel Air (exit 77) and you've arrived at the seat of Harford County. Charming restaurants and shops line Main Street. Be sure to stop by the stately Liriodendron Mansion, built in 1898 and maintained as a museum. Visit Tudor Hall, home of the Booth family: Junius Brutus Booth and his son, Edwin, who made their marks of distinction as Shakespearean actors, while another son, John Wilkes, made his mark for his role in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.

The Ladew Topiary Gardens (exit 74), called "the most outstanding topiary garden in America." Monkton, features a breathtaking blend of topiary and natural plants, water, architecture and sculpture. Nearby historic Jerusalem Mill Village, an 18th & 19th century preserved community in Gunpowder Falls State Park, presents costumed interpreters in the Blacksmith Shop and Gun Shop.

So, take your time and discover all that we have to offer. With over 200 special events there is always something happening in our area.

General Characteristics Census 2000

Total population	11,331
Male	5,451
Female	5,880
Median Age(years)	36.4
Average Household Size	2.44
Average Family Size	3.07
Total Housing Units	4,904
Occupied housing units	4,557
Owner-occupied housing units	2,575
Renter-occupied housing units	1,982
Social Characteristics
Population 25 yrs and over	7,642
High school graduate or higher	6,157
Bachelor's degree or higher	1,676
Economic Characteristics
In labor force (population over 16)	5,792
Median Household income	41,218
Median Family income	53,838
Per capita income	21,176
Families below poverty level	215
Individuals below poverty level	1,126
Housing Characteristics
Single-Family owner occupied homes	2,260
Median value	124,200

Meadowvale Elementary School 910 Grace View Drive Havre de Grace, MD 21078-2326 Phone: 410-939-6622 Fax: 410-939-6635 meadowvale.home.comcast.net Principal: Dr. R. David Denton Assistant Principal: Mr. Thomas M. Smith Lead Secretary: Mrs. Rachel M. Foster

Facility Opened: 1959 Additions/Renov: 1968, 2000 School Capacity: 608 Total Enrollment: 608 # Classrooms: 27 # of Portables: 0 Avg Class Size: 23.3 Volumes in Media Ctr: 11,349 # Parking Space: 77 Classroom Teachers: 26.5

Havre de Grace Middle School 401 Lewis Lane Havre de Grace, MD 21078-3089 Phone: 410-939-6608 Fax: 410-939-6613 http://hdgms.org Principal: Mr. Glenn Jensen Assistant Principal: Mr. Anthony Bess, Mrs. Natalie N. Holloway Lead Secretary: Mrs. Pamela M. Fant

Facility Opened: 1967 Additions/Renov: None School Capacity: 785 Total Enrollment: 652 # of Classrooms: 33 # of Portables: 0 Avg Class Size: 25.7 Volumes in Media Ctr: 11,047 # of Parking Spaces: 75 Classroom Teachers: 33

Havre de Grace High School 700 Congress Avenue Havre de Grace, MD 21078-3089 Phone: 410-939-6600 Fax: 410-939-6667 www.havredegracehighschool.com Principal: Mr. Wayne D. Thiebeault Assistant Principal: Mrs. Senora W. Haywood, Mr. James F. Reynolds Lead Secretary: Mrs. Edith H. Patro

Facility Opened: 1955 Additions/Renov: 1983 School Capacity: 849 Total Enrollment: 676 # of Classrooms: 39 # of Portables: 0 Avg. Class Size: 22.3 Volumes in Media Ctr: 14,498 # of Parking Spaces: 160

• Harford Memorial Hospital
  501 S. Union Avenue
  Havre de Grace, MD 21078
  Phone: 443-843-5000
• Citizens Care Center
  415 S. Market St.
  Havre de Grace, MD 21078
  410-939-5500
• The Graw
  100 Revolution St.
  Havre de Grace, MD 21078
  410-939-2736

• Harford Memorial Hospital
• Collins & Aikman Corp
• SOLO Cup Company
• J.M. Huber Corporation
• Smuckers Quality Beverages
• Pepsi-Cola Distributing Company
• On-Guard Industries
• Cytec Fiberite Corp
• Cello/Sherwin Williams

• HdG Police Dept -- 410-939-2121
• HdG City Hall -- 410-939-1800
• HdG-U.S. Post Office -- 410-939-0780
• HdG Firehouse #1 -- 410-939-1920
• HdG Firehouse #2 -- 410-939-2295
• HdG Firehouse #3 -- 410-939-3899
• HdG Firehouse #4 -- 410-939-4070
• HdG Firehouse #5 -- 410-939-0223
• HdG Water & Waste Water Treatment -- 410-939-1220
• Upper Chesapeake Medical Center -- 443-643-1000
• Harford Memorial Hospital -- 410-939-2400
• HdG Chamber of Commerce -- 410-939-3033
• HdG Office of Tourism & Visitor Center -- 410-939-2100
• Havre de Grace Park and Recreation -- 410-939-6724
• HdG Health Department -- 410-939-6717
• HdG Public Library -- 410-939-6700
• Child Care Resource Center -- 410-297-2984
• Children's Health Program -- 800-456-8900
• Harford County Infants and Toddlers Program -- 410-638-3823
• HdG Arts Commission -- 410-939-5425
• Verizon -- 800-222-0300
• Baltimore Gas & Electric -- 800-685-0123
• Pet License (Harford) -- 410-638-3505
• Sheriff -- 410-879-2782
• Verizon -- 800-870-0000
• Voter Registration -- 410- 638-3565

• Bethel Day Care -- 410-939-0174
• Brown Mayo -- 410-939-4688
• Play Place America -- 410-939-7065
• St. John's Co-op Nursery -- 410-939-2107
• Tabernacle Of Faith Church -- 410-939-5283
• Wilson Day Care Center -- 410-939-5770