Belmont Conference Center

Belmont Manor and Historic Park is a premier venue located in Elkridge, Maryland, operated by the Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks. This elegant estate is a perfect setting for various events such as weddings, business meetings, conferences, corporate retreats, and special events. The venue features nearly 68 acres of rolling hills, the Belmont Manor House, a carriage house, cottage, large barn, formal gardens, a pond, and an aqua garden.

Preserving Belmont Manor's History - A Journey Through Time

Belmont Manor is currently listed on the Maryland Historic Trust, Inventory of Historic Properties, and is on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Lawyers Hill Historic District. The venue has a rich history, having been owned by notable institutions such as the Smithsonian Institution, the American Chemical Society, and Howard Community College.

Indigenous Land and Enslaved Peoples Acknowledgement

The department acknowledges the land's original inhabitants and those who were displaced and enslaved through colonialism. Howard County Recreation Parks is committed to making Belmont Manor and Historic Park and its Howard County parks more accessible, inclusive, and equitable, especially for those people most affected by societal inequities.

Belmont Manor & Historic Park Timeline

The timeline of Belmont Manor dates back to 1738 when it was built as a private manor house for Caleb and Priscilla Dorsey. It was later passed on through generations of the Dorsey, Hanson, and Bruce families. In 1860, the Federal Slave Census showed Charles Hanson had 10 enslaved people on the property. This complex history is a testament to the venue's significance and the need for continued learning and understanding.