On land donated by Judge Dobbin in 1870, the Elkridge Assembly Rooms were built as a “neighborhood parlor” intended specifically as a vehicle for healing any separations within the neighborhood that might have been caused by the War. Here, neighbors were able to “assemble” in a common meeting place, which offered social activities such as readings, dances, theatricals and games. The B & O train brought Baltimoreans to Relay Station to attend these events. Event tickets were printed with Baltimore train timetables. Posters from past theater productions, dances, and events adorn the walls of the Hall. The Elkridge Assembly Rooms have been enjoyed and treasured by the community ever since.