Wesley Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church (Eldersburg, Maryland)

Wesley Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church is a historic church located in Eldersburg, Maryland, United States. It is a vernacular example of late 19th century rural church architecture. The building's most distinguishing architectural feature is its steeple, which displays a progression of octagonal, belfry, and spire elements.

The congregation traces its roots back to early Methodist circuit riders in the late 18th century. The current church building dates to 1886, replacing an earlier log structure that served the community. It served as a focal point for religious and social life in the surrounding rural community.

Wesley Chapel is a single-story, gable-roofed building with a frame construction. The interior features original pews and simple, unadorned finishes typical of rural Methodist churches of the period.

The church and its adjacent cemetery offer insights into the history of the Methodist faith in Carroll County and the lives of the families who lived in the area. The cemetery contains burials dating back to the 19th century, reflecting the generations of families connected to the church.

Wesley Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church continues to be an active place of worship.