Pioneers in Preservation
Historic Ellicott City, Inc. (HEC) is a non-profit volunteer organization founded in 1974. The organization is the result of a merger of Historic Ellicott Mills, Inc. and the Ellicott City Bicenntenial Association, Inc.. Our mission is to support the preservation and restoration of the Ellicott City Historic District as well as other historic Howard County properties, and to promote a greater awareness of Ellicott City and Howard County history.
Our passion for preservation is best known by our Annual Decorator Show House. Our accomplishments in restoration and fundraising have led to successful partnerships with property owners in restoring our county’s historic homes and preserving them for future generations.
Recent News and Upcoming Events
Press Release: HEC Hosts Decorator Show House Preview Day
News Announcement
Historic Ellicott City, Inc. (HEC) will unveil the transformation of its 2018 Decorator Show House, Wilderness Farm, at its Preview Day Garden Party on Thursday, September 20, 11:30am to 4:00pm. Guests of the Preview Day Garden Party will get an exclusive first look at the home’s dramatic new look. Interior designers have masterfully designed and decorated 20 unique spaces in the 20th century farmhouse. Guests will enjoy catering from popular Ellicott City eatery, Georgia Grace cafe and the annual Antique Shop.
The complete Press Release can be read by clicking Read More below.
Press Release: HEC’s 2018 Show House
September 21 to October 21, 2018
JULY 30, 2018 (Ellicott City, MD): Historic Ellicott City (HEC) announced today the selection of its 32nd Annual Decorator Show House, Wilderness Farm. The annual event aims to preserve historic homes in the area for future generations, while also raising funds to support missions dedicated to the preservation and restoration of historic Howard County. This year’s Decorator Show House will benefit Ellicott City flood relief efforts.
The complete Press Release can be read by clicking Read More below.
Tour Mt. Ida: a Special Invitation to Old Ellicott City Market Attendees
News Announcement: July 2018
The Ellicott City Old Town Market will be located at the parking lot and on grounds of HEC’s home office, the historic Mt. Ida mansion, until then end of July.
HEC will also be opening the historic home for Tours on July 21st and August 4th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Admission is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for teens (12 and under are free). Cash is preferred.
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2018 Show House Wilderness Farm
Wilderness Farm is a 1907 Victorian farm house which is listed on the Howard County Historic Sites Inventory of the Maryland Historical Trust. This property is associated with the prominent Warfield and Nicodemus families of early Howard County. Both the Warfield and Nicodemus families are noted for their roles as Revolutionary War soldiers and patriots. Wilderness Farm is located at 3366 Jennings Chapel Road in Woodbine.
It will be available to the public from September 21, 2018 to October 21, 2018 and it will benefit Ellicott City flood relief efforts.
Click here to purchase tickets and for more information about visiting the Show House
Click here to learn more about the history of Wilderness Farm.
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