November 1, 1864, marked a pivotal day in Maryland’s history when a new state constitution freed all those held in bondage within its boundaries. The decision made Maryland one of the earliest states to abolish slavery – a full year ahead of the 13th Amendment. In celebration of this landmark day – known as Emancipation... Read More
International Underground Railroad Month is in September and Montgomery County, Maryland is one special pitstop to explore the history of African American life in the county and how they contributed to the Underground Railroad. We’ve rounded up historic sites and events to create your own itinerary to reflect and learn about the Underground Railroad and... Read More
Montgomery County, Maryland celebrates its agricultural heritage by promoting local farms and inviting visitors to explore agricultural enterprises during the 2024 Farm Tour & Harvest Sale on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28. Montgomery County was among the first counties in the nation to develop no-till conservation farming, and there are currently 583 farms... Read More
Leave all of your worries behind and take a trip north to UpCounty. Comprised of the Poolesville, Clarksburg, Damascus, and Laytonsville communities, UpCounty is known for its easy-paced lifestyle, vast farmlands, and scenic views. We rounded up seven activities that show off what makes UpCounty in Montgomery County, Maryland so unique including drinking beers on... Read More
Glen Echo Park in Montgomery County, Maryland was once the premiere attraction in the Washington D.C. area as an amusement park. Â It was also a part of the Civil Rights Movement and was integrated for all races in 1961. The park sees an average of 350,000 visitors annually. There are so many fun things to... Read More
Created by Heritage Montgomery, this self-guided road trip offers stories of home and community life as well as the experiences of African Americans during times of restriction and segregation. The sites are organized geographically rather than in the chronological order of their histories. While there are many significant Black history sites in the county, this... Read More
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