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C&O Canal National Historical Park Celebrates 50 Years as a National Park
Today marks the C&O Canal National Historical Park’s 50th Anniversary of the becoming part of the National Park Service. The 184.5-mile-long recreational, educational and historic attraction welcomes over 5 million visitors each year. It is a major economic driver for the four Maryland counties – including Montgomery County – and the ten Canal Towns it... Read More
Take the Ultimate Salad Road Trip Around Montgomery County
We have rounded up some of our most favorite salad options throughout Montgomery County, Maryland. Feel free to visit any one of these locations or turn this list into a salad road trip all its own. Imagine this: you’re singing along to that new hit song with the windows down, driving around Montgomery County’s Agricultural... Read More
Best Places to Get Takeout Near Holiday Lights Displays
The holidays look a bit different this year, but the joy of the season is in full swing around Montgomery County, Maryland. With brightly lit downtown centers featuring a diverse array of restaurants and markets, we’ve found some great places to order takeout while enjoying beautiful holiday lights displays. Downtown Silver Spring With its brightly... Read More
C&O Canal Quarters Program – Lockhouse 21 “Swains”
Lockhouse 21, locally known as “Swains” after the family who lived there for over a century, is the newest lockhouse to join the Canal Quarters program. Opened in July 2019, this lockhouse is located in Montgomery County, Maryland, and has been completely modernized and is ADA-accessible with a bathroom and Murphy bed on the first... Read More
Things to Do This Weekend in Montgomery County
It’s the weekend and there is not shortage of in-person and virtual events to explore. There is something for everyone this holiday season. Just remember to grab your mask, practice social distancing, and take some time to check out all the fun things to do this weekend in Montgomery County, Maryland. Looking for even more... Read More