7443 Springfield Avenue
7443 Springfield Avenue photo by Gate House staff, 2025.
History
Originally built in 1916 as a new building for the Sykesville Telephone Exchange, 7443 later served as a printing office of the South Carroll Herald newspaper. It is now a private residence.
See the photos below to learn more!
Architectural Details
Awaiting details from SHDC.
c. 1930s
The C&P telephone building with some of its operators: Mildred Brown, Hilda Ely, Mamie Clark, Emily Ripley, Dona Hobbs & Jesse Clarke. Gift of Dorothy Clarke Schafer.
1983
photo by Orlando Wootten from Historic Sites Survey 1983, 84 and 85
2025
Photo taken October 2025 by Gate House staff
Site Use
Research is ongoing to confirm the historical use of this property. If you see any errors or have additional information, please contact the Museum through the methods at the bottom of the page
Confirmed Use as of November 18, 2025:
1916-1963 Sykesville Telephone Exchange for the C&P Telephone service moves from Main Street to this building before later moving to Route 32. (Sykesville Herald, 1916 clipping)
1963-1983: The South Carroll Herald (Sykesville's local newspaper which evolved from its original title the Sykesville Herald) printing office is located at this site under the ownership of Fred Church, where it operated until December 28, 1983.
2025: This site is a private residence.