Town of Rising Sun MD - Official

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History : From its crossroads in the 1720s until the Mason-Dixon line was established, the town now known as Rising Sun was actually located in Chester County Pennsylvania. The taxes were paid in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and all the early deeds and records are still recorded there. The town occupied part of what were the controversial "Nottingham Lots" claimed by William Penn and given to his Q

uaker friends in 1702 over the vigorous objection of Maryland's Calverts. Mason and Dixon settled the dispute by determining that the area in question was indeed a part of Maryland. Records show that, around 1720, Henry Reynolds established a stone tavern on Nottingham Lot No. 17 to serve as a stage stop. Over the entrance was a swinging sign depicting the rays of the sun at dawn and the lettering THE RISING SUN. It was around this busy tavern that the village of Summer Hill began to grow. Located along the direct route between Baltimore and Philadelphia, the tavern enjoyed growth in its popularity as a meeting place for business deals, political maneuvering, elections, and sundry other activities. Travelers and locals alike adopted the habit of saying "We'll meet at The Rising Sun." The phrase was so entrenched by the time the town's first post office was established around 1815, that Summer Hill yielded to Rising Sun as the official name of the place. It is likely that the post office was actually located in the tavern. Soon after the town's incorporation in 1860, the commissioners constructed slate sidewalks, erected coal-oil street lamps, and hired a lamplighter, who doubled as bailiff and street maintenance man. Six years later, the Baltimore Central Railroad began to serve Rising Sun, and the pace of growth accelerated. Most of the town's current structure has been built since then.

08/09/2026
Some great moments from today’s America 250 Parade!A special thank you to Susan, who has captured so many Rising Sun mem...
08/09/2026

Some great moments from today’s America 250 Parade!

A special thank you to Susan, who has captured so many Rising Sun memories over the years and was there once again today to document another special day in our Town’s history.

Enjoy the photos — there are some great ones!

08/07/2026

Tomorrow is the day! 🇺🇸

We hope you’ll join us in downtown Rising Sun tomorrow morning as we celebrate America’s 250th with our community parade.

We’re excited to welcome members of the Maryland and Delaware National Guard, local police and fire departments, community organizations and many others to Main Street for the celebration.

The parade kicks off at 10 AM, so bring a chair, find a spot along the route and enjoy the morning with us. And yes, there will be plenty of candy for the kids!

It should be a great morning in Rising Sun, and we hope to see you there!

-Travis

08/03/2026
Mayor Marion, our town administration staff and public works have done such a great job celebrating our 250th Anniversar...
07/31/2026

Mayor Marion, our town administration staff and public works have done such a great job celebrating our 250th Anniversary of the United States.

Don’t forget to mark your calendar for the America 250 parade Saturday August 8th 10:00am !!!

Water Main Break Update.
07/27/2026

Water Main Break Update.

🚧 WATER MAIN BREAK – MOUNT STREET

Town crews are currently repairing a water leak near Mount Street and Haines Avenue at the traffic triangle.

The break appears to be limited to an isolated area effecting only one property at this time.

Mount Street is closed to through traffic between Pearl Street and Pogue Avenue. Local traffic will be permitted as conditions allow.

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route while crews complete the repairs. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

07/21/2026

Please join Rising Sun Police Department and. Community Fire Company of Rising Sun, Inc. on August 4th from 6p - 8p for our annual National Night Out event.

Free Family Event. Food. Activities. Demos. Equipment to view and explore.

If your business is interested in setting up an activity or a child friendly giveaway, please reach out to [email protected]

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1 E Main Street
Rising Sun, MD
21911

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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