Mechanicsville, Maryland

For the Census Designated area in Montgomery County formerly known as Mechanicsville see Olney, Maryland

Mechanicsville is an unincorporated community in St. Mary's County, Maryland. It is adjacent to the community of Charlotte Hall, which is known for its agriculture, Amish population, large farmers' market/flea market, and the Maryland Veterans Home. Mechanicsville has many small businesses and restaurants along Maryland Route 235. This community is served by the St. Mary's County Public Schools including Chopticon High School.

Notable residents

• Ronnie Dove, 1960s romantic recording artist.^{[citation needed]}
• Steny Hoyer, Minority Whip of the United States House of Representatives.
• Daryl Thompson, rookie pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds (and a 2003 graduate of La Plata High School).

See also

• Charlotte Hall, which is contiguous to Mechanicsville.