All the historic buffs will relish this place nestled in a charming town in Garrett County, Maryland. When you come to visit us at Lake Pointe Inn, you will have the opportunity to experience some of the area’s rich culture and intriguing history. Located less than 30 minutes away from the Inn is a quaint town, Mountain Lake Park MD. We, here at Lake Pointe, have put together a brief summery about the history on Mountain Lake Park MD.
Listed on the national Register of Historic Places in 1983, Mountain Lake Park MD is a fine example of a Victorian resort that grew out of two American activities of the nineteenth century. The two groups were the Methodist Camp Meeting, which was aimed at spiritual renewal, and a Chautauqua, which is an educational and recreational assembly with programs including lectures and concerts. The Chautauqua lectures and concerts were modeled after the original summer schools inaugurated at Chautauqua, New York in 1874.
In 1881, a group of Methodist ministers and businessmen from Wheeling, West Virginia, envisioned their own Chautauqua resort. After visiting the 800 acres known as Hoye’s Big Pasture near Oakland in Garrett County, these men were so impressed with the picturesque scenery, the cool clean mountain air, and the convenient train service that they purchased the land. Just 4,672 dollars later, the men finally found the ideal spot to refresh the body as well as the soul! The spot was named Mountain Lake Park. The lake, however, didn’t exist until 1896 when a twenty-two acre artificial lake was developed for swimming and boating.
In the spring of 1882, the Assembly Hall was constructed and was the first building. The first camp meeting was held on the grounds in July of 1882. The first Chautauqua session, which blended religious revivalism with cultural and educational activities, took place later that August. In 1931, after the decline of Chautauqua programs and World War I, the Mountain Lake Park MD, was incorporated into a town. Because a portion of the town was designated for historical preservation in 1983, and the Ticket Office was refurbished, the future of Mountain Lake Park is still bright!
Full of so much history, Mountain Lake Park MD, is a must when you are visiting the area. The town is made up of 145 historic buildings that were built in the 1880’s. Most of the beautiful structures were built in Queen Anne Style! Take time to visit this stunning place and be transported back in time!
When you’re planning your visit the Mountain Lake Park MD, don’t forget to book your stay at Lake Pointe Inn. Our rooms and suites are the ideal place to kick back and relax after a day of sight seeing in Garrett County. Plus, your stay includes a full breakfast each morning so you’ll have the fuel you need to take on all of the adventures the day might have in store for you. At Lake Pointe Inn you’ll truly experience the best Deep Creek Lake has to offer. We can’t wait to see you soon!
Photo courtesy Greene County, Pennsylvania Photo Archives Project.
