Title

Carrolltown Historical Marker

Description

Marker text: Between 1899-1903 George Carroll purchased 121 acres adjacent to the original 10 acres bequeathed to him by Dennis Johnston, owner of his mother, Jane. By 1918 Carroll had sold 51 acres to family including the Kelly, Baker, Carter, Harris, Horad and Carroll families. The prosperous community Carrolltown that developed here consisted of these extended family units. These families, who were committed to the community’s success, donated lumber from Carrolltown to build the Laurel Grove School and Church. Children from Carrolltown attended the school. George Carroll was a respected community member, a licensed business owner, and a trustee at the Laurel Grove Church.

Creator

Robinson, Rachel

Date Issued

2003

Date Created

April 10, 2023

Publisher

Fairfax County History Commission

Spatial Coverage

Alexandria, At the intersection of Kingstowne Village Parkway and Summer Ridge Road