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Celebrate MoCo 250 during America 250

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Montgomery County, Maryland

Planning your trip for America 250? Come explore the history of Montgomery County, Maryland, during MoCo 250. We’re located right on the doorstep of Washington, DC, where history thrives. As the nation prepares to celebrate the Sesquicentennial anniversary of our country and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. MoCo offers a uniquely rich tapestry of historic sites, African American heritage, and vibrant cultural experiences.

Montgomery County History You Didn’t Know!

  • Presidential Assassination Artifact

    The bullet that killed President Abraham Lincoln is located here, along with other important artifacts dealing with medicine in the Civil War.
    National Museum of Health & Medicine
    Silver Spring, MD

  • The Nation’s Capitol for a Day

    After the British burned the White House and Capitol building on August 28, 1814, President James Madison fled to the town of Brookeville, where it was named the United States Capitol for a Day.
    Town of Brookeville
    Brookeville, MD

  • Inspiration for a Known Novel

    Rev. Josiah Henson, who was enslaved in Montgomery County, was the inspiration for Harriett Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin.
    Josiah Henson Museum & Park
    North Bethesda, MD

Historic and Heritage Sites

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Attraction Heritage Site Museum

Old Town Bank Museum

The Poolesville Old Town Bank Museum is housed in the former Town Hall and National Bank and has been restored Read more…
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Red Brick Courthouse

The Red Brick Courthouse was built in 1891 and is the third courthouse to be erected at this location. While Read more…
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Historic Takoma

The Historic Takoma Building On September 29, 2006, Historic Takoma took ownership of its headquarters at 7328 Carroll Avenue, in Read more…
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Agricultural Attraction National Park Outdoor Experience

Great Falls Tavern Visitors Center

History, Recreation, & Discovery Along C&O Canal The Great Falls Tavern (also historically known as the Crommelin House) originally functioned as one Read more…
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Heritage Site Museum

Stonestreet Museum of 19th Century Medicine

Visit the Stonestreet Museum to discover the incredible changes in medical science that took place during the 1800s. Dr. Stonestreet Read more…
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Heritage Site Museum

Nepal Education and Cultural Center

Visit the Nepal Education and Cultural Center’s new home, formerly a dairy farm. See historical photos of farm life and Read more…
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Accommodation Canal Quarters Heritage Site

Canal Quarters – Lockhouse 25

The lock, lockhouse and the ruins of Jarboe’s store are set next to the Edwards Ferry Boat Ramp, which looks Read more…
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Accommodation Canal Quarters Heritage Site

Canal Quarters – Lockhouse 21 “Swains”

Lockhouse 21, locally known as “Swains” after the family who lived there for over a century, is the newest lockhouse Read more…

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