Built in 1927, Woodend was designed by John Russell Pope (Jefferson Memorial, DAR Constitution Hall, National Gallery of Art, etc.) for the Wells family. In 1969, the family donated Woodend to the Audubon Naturalist Society. Woodend Nature Sanctuary is a peaceful 40-acre oasis for experienced nature lovers and new explorers of all ages and abilities. Our new wheelchair-accessible nature...
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KID Museum is the nation’s largest educational makerspace for kids focused on creativity and innovation. We deliver engaging experiences for kids, families, and educators through transformational, project-based activities, in-person and virtual programs, and professional development for teachers. Our state-of-the-art makerspace is purpose-built for kids ages 4-14 to explore coding, robotics, engineering design, textiles, and more.
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The Warren Historic Site is an historic enclave that was once the center of an African American community called Martinsburg that grew up at the end of the Civil War. Located at the intersection of White’s Ferry Road and Martinsburg Road in western Montgomery County, Maryland, it is the last such site in the state...
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The Historic St. Paul Community Church is the heart of the Sugarland Forest Community established by freed slaves after emancipation. Patriarchs William Taylor, Patrick Hebron, Jr. and John H. Diggs, as trustees purchased this parcel of land from George W. Dawson, a former white slave owner, on October 1871 for the sum of $25.00. The...
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In 1927, The Smithville Colored School was opened with the financial support from the Julius Rosenwald fund, money raised by the community and funds from the County Board of Education. This was an attempt to give black children a better education than they had before. In 1952, the school was closed and used for various...
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