The Patapsco Valley Heritage Area is one of Maryland’s 13 certified Heritage Areas. Heritage Areas are places to experience the authentic heritage of Maryland. In Heritage Areas individuals, businesses, non-profits and governments form partnerships to preserve the best of Maryland’s historic sites and towns, unspoiled natural landscapes and enduring traditions.

Patapsco Valley Heritage Area programs are managed by the Patapsco Heritage Greenway and funded in part by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA), Howard County Government, and Baltimore County Government. Patapsco Valley Heritage Area programs are also funded by various other organizations including but not limited to Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Chesapeake Bay Trust, Forever Maryland, and Maryland Urban and Community Forest Committee (MUCFC).