Picture 22 Maryland Avenue in Annapolis, where the Chase–Lloyd House traces its story to two owners. Built in 1769–1774, this three‑story brick Georgian mansion is one of the first of its kind in the Thirteen Colonies and stands as one of the finest examples of the style. Its interiors were designed by William Buckland.
Construction was begun for Samuel Chase, who would later sign the Declaration of Independence and serve as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, but in 1771 Chase sold the unfinished shell to Edward Lloyd IV. Lloyd completed the house in 1774 with help from Buckland and the architect William Noke. The house stayed in the Lloyd family until 1847, when it passed to a relation of Chase.
Hester Anne Chase, daughter of Jeremiah Townley Chase—Samuel Chase’s cousin—later inherited it and, on her death, left the house to her three orphan nieces: Francis, Matilda, and Hester. In 1888 the last living niece, Hester, bequeathed the house for use as a home for elderly women; it continues in that use today. While the upper floors stay private, you're welcome to explore the main floor and the extensive gardens that still surround the house.