Stories of the Underground Railroad are rich and rooted deep into Montgomery County, Maryland. By being so close to the free North, freedom was easier to obtain because of the distance but it was still a dangerous journey. The multitude of historic sites and experiences located across the county make it a choice destination for... Read More
It is now easy as pie for people to find local restaurants offering takeout and delivery near a park. The new MoCo Eats: Picnic in the Park initiative — a partnership between Visit Montgomery and Montgomery Parks — is currently taking place in nine parks in Montgomery County, Maryland and could expand to more locations... Read More
Montgomery County, Maryland is about to get a new resident celebrity chef — Sam DeMarco “aka Chef Sammy D” — as the Culinary Director for The Comus Inn in Dickerson, MD. Born in Brooklyn, Chef Sammy D opened his first restaurant in 1994, a late-night dining hot spot aptly called First, which quickly earned him... Read More
No foodie trip to Montgomery County, Maryland is complete without a taste of classic Maryland Blue Crabs from the nearby Chesapeake Bay. We asked three experts from local breweries featured on the Tastemakers Trail for their recommendations for the perfect beer to pair with steamed crabs covered in Old Bay. Whether you’re looking to create... Read More
Operating since 1786, Historic White’s Ferry is the last of 100 ferries that shuttled passengers across the Potomac River. Located approximately six miles from the Town of Poolesville in Montgomery County, Maryland, a ferry experience pairs well with a scenic drive through the Agricultural Reserve, a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain and a few stops along... Read More
Montgomery County, Maryland is home to a wide range of industry leading bio health companies. The Visit Montgomery destination sales team can offer one-stop-shop hospitality assistance for employees living locally or traveling from afar. As destination experts, we will match your needs with a local hospitality partner and provide free support and collaboration to help... Read More