Quick Facts 

Population: 6,285,380 (2026)

Key indrustries : Aerospace, Cyber security, Renewable energy, food, agribusiness, data centers, and life science

Major Cities

State Symbols

State History

" Maryland officially became a state on..."  A: April 28, 1788 (https://preservationmaryland.org/recognizing-the-234th-anniversary-of-marylands-statehood/)

" What was Maryland's name before it became an official state?" A: Province of Maryland

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Province_of_Maryland 

" What is Maryland's Abbreviation? "  A: MD

https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/cnt_html/appendix_a.html

State Geography

Fun Facts

1. The state bird of Maryland is the Baltimore Oriole, which is what the MLB team is named after.

2. Maryland has more than 2,000 miles of seashore.

3. Another one of Maryland’s nicknames, “Free State,” originated during the Civil War and referred to its decision not to secede from the Union.

4. The Maryland Renaissance Festival (Rennfest), held yearly in Crownsville right outside of Annapolis, is one of the biggest festivals in the country.

5. Maryland has a state cat, which is the Calico cat.

6. The National Aquarium in Baltimore is one of the biggest public aquariums in the U.S.

7. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is the third oldest zoo in the United States

8. Maryland is the 19th most popular state, with a population of over 6 million people.

9. The first umbrella factory in the United States was established in Baltimore, Maryland in 1828.

10. Maryland is known for its blue crabs, and crab cakes are a popular local dish. Many say the best dish in the world.

My Connections

• I liked learning about this state because their cities look very nice and I feel that Maryland is underrated.

• The most interesting fact I learned was that the Maryland Renaissance Festival (Rennfest), held yearly in Crownsville right outside of Annapolis, is one of the biggest in the country.

• I would love to visit this state because I honestly think this state is amazing, it has beautiful views and I believe that the people there would be super kind! 

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