Elkton

Elkton is situated on the colonial roadway of America, which runs through the town. When traveling north to Philadelphia or south to Virginia, our forefathers crossed its waters and traveled its roadways. It is on the opposite side of the county from Perryville, MD.

Capt. John Smith dubbed it Head of Elk, and it presently rests near the northern headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay, where it was once known as Head of Elk. In both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, the town of Elkton played an important role.

Many of the town's exquisite colonial architecture have survived to this day, but they are flanked by modern structures that reflect the town's thriving economic community. Elkton, Maryland's county seat since 1787, is home to office buildings, courthouses, a hospital, and retail outlets, all of which share space with historical landmarks.

Located in Cecil County in the state of Maryland, Elkton serves as both the county seat and the municipal center. At the time of the 2010 census, the population was 15,443. It was once known as Head of Elk because it is located at the confluence of the Elk River and the Chesapeake Bay, which is just a few miles away.

Elkton was long referred to as "the Gretna Green of the East" because of its popularity as a destination for eloping couples seeking a civil ceremony.