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Exhibit: Art Dolls
Exhibit: Art Dolls
Art Dolls: Figurative Sculptures Tell a Story features the work of students enrolled in doll making classes at Montgomery College, where they utilize sculpting, painting, designing, wig making, costuming, and sewing to create art. The exhibit runs through March 1, 2020 – full details are available at the museum website.
Exhibit: “Action and Reaction”
Exhibit: “Action and Reaction”
Action and Reaction by Mark Goldman is an exhibit centered on the two most important parts of sports photojournalism: action and reaction. It captures the instantaneous intensity, athleticism, and success created through highlighting game action of area professional and collegiate level sports teams, while also revealing the competitiveness, heart and emotion behind each player’s reaction.
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4 events,
Teeny Revelers
Teeny Revelers
Bring your little ones for fun early arts enrichment activities at Washington Revels. On Tuesdays, kids have a chance to explore some of the parts and pieces that make up Revels traditions in Revels Play space. Then on Thursdays, embark on a global voyage through children's literature and music in our Mini Voyageurs programs, where […]
Little Farmers Story Time
Little Farmers Story Time
Your Little Farmer is invited to enjoy storytime at the Agricultural History Farm Park that will make all the different aspects of the farm come to life! Listen to a story, participate in a story-themed activity or craft, and explore the farm, meeting all the plants, animals, and farmers. Cash only ($10) if paying at […]
Nature Nook
Nature Nook
Fun crafts, games, and hands-on activities at the Park Office. Activities vary each week!
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Historic Preservation Tax Credit Open House
Historic Preservation Tax Credit Open House
Montgomery Planning staff will explain the tax credit programs for home improvements and answer residents’ questions at this event, held in the auditorium.
4 events,
Teeny Revelers
Teeny Revelers
Bring your little ones for fun early arts enrichment activities at Washington Revels. On Tuesdays, kids have a chance to explore some of the parts and pieces that make up Revels traditions in Revels Play space. Then on Thursdays, embark on a global voyage through children's literature and music in our Mini Voyageurs programs, where […]
Exhibit: An American Story
Exhibit: An American Story
"An American Story: Jewish and Muslim Perspectives" includes a freestanding sculpture made collaboratively by Jewish and Muslim artists, as well as works of art by 16 individual artists.
Weekday Hike
Weekday Hike
Come for fresh air and a leisurely 60 to 90-minute walk on the far side of Clopper Lake. Look for interesting plants, animals and winter waterfowl as you explore nature. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Meet at Quail Ridge.
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6 events,
Beginner Birding at Hughes Hollow
Beginner Birding at Hughes Hollow
Enjoy a birding adventure! 249 different species of birds have been sighted at Hughes Hollow in McKee Beshers Wildlife Management Area. Join us to look for uncommon species such as Red-Headed Woodpeckers, Blue-Winged Teals and Ring-Necked Ducks. Please bring binoculars. No restroom at this site. Please visit SCSP website for special driving instructions and GPS […]
Silver Spring B&O Station Open House
Silver Spring B&O Station Open House
At this month's open house, Lisa Berray, director of the Montgomery County Agricultural History Farm Park, will share a story and activity featuring special farm animal friends beginning at 11:00 a.m. Throughout the day, the open house will feature real train spotting, a toy train play set, permanent model train display, kid's toy engine, videos, […]
Office Hours With Dr. Stonestreet
Office Hours With Dr. Stonestreet
Following the reopening and reinterpretation of the Stonestreet Museum of 19th Century Medicine in October 2019, Dr. Stonestreet (portrayed by Clarence Hickey) holds “Office Hours” the first Saturday of each month. The topic of this month's free presentation is "19th Century Farm and Mill Accidents." Visit the Museum to see how injuries were treated by country doctors, […]
6 events,
Leave it to Beavers
Leave it to Beavers
Learn about the elusive beaver, whose hard work changes the landscape around us in important ways.
Nature Crafts
Nature Crafts
Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items at the Park Office. Activities vary each week!
Exhibit Reception: “An American Story”
Exhibit Reception: “An American Story”
In honor of the new exhibit, "An American Story: Jewish & Muslim Perspectives," there will be a reception featuring traditional Jewish and Muslim foods and light soft drinks, along with Jewish, Muslim and Christian clergy speaking starting at 2:00 p.m.
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Reptile Feeding
Reptile Feeding
Check out Seneca's resident snake at the park office. Learn some quick facts about reptiles of Maryland and watch the live corn snake eat its meal!
2 events,
Teeny Revelers
Teeny Revelers
Bring your little ones for fun early arts enrichment activities at Washington Revels. On Tuesdays, kids have a chance to explore some of the parts and pieces that make up Revels traditions in Revels Play space. Then on Thursdays, embark on a global voyage through children's literature and music in our Mini Voyageurs programs, where […]
Nature Nook
Nature Nook
Fun crafts, games, and hands-on activities at the Park Office. Activities vary each week!
0 events,
2 events,
Teeny Revelers
Teeny Revelers
Bring your little ones for fun early arts enrichment activities at Washington Revels. On Tuesdays, kids have a chance to explore some of the parts and pieces that make up Revels traditions in Revels Play space. Then on Thursdays, embark on a global voyage through children's literature and music in our Mini Voyageurs programs, where […]
Weekday Hike
Weekday Hike
Come for fresh air and a leisurely 60 to 90-minute hike on the far side of Clopper Lake. Look for interesting plants, animals and winter waterfowl as you explore nature. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Meet at Quail Ridge.
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History Happy Hour: A Drinkable Feast
History Happy Hour: A Drinkable Feast
Join renowned cocktail historian and author Philip Greene for an evening of stories, photos, literary excerpts and vintage cocktails from the cafés, cabarets, saloons and salons of 1920s Paris. During the program, guests will be served a flight of four authentic (sample-size) cocktails from this illustrious era, and can purchase their favorite from the cash bar. Doors […]
4 events,
Strider WMA Cleanup
Strider WMA Cleanup
Join Seneca Creek State Park staff to help clean up the creek watershed by picking up trash that has washed ashore. Access the creek through Strider WMA. There are lots of prickly plants, so long pants and waterproof boots are recommended. Please RSVP to Samantha.Hopkins@maryland.gov
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020
Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Early spring is a great time to try a scavenger hunt! The animals are stirring, plants are growing, but you can still see far into the woods since the underbrush hasn't grown yet. Drop by the Nature Center and pick up a self-guided Scavenger Hunt. Levels range from easy to challenging.
3 events,
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020
Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Nature Crafts
Nature Crafts
Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items at the Park Office. Activities vary each week!
Reptile Encounter
Reptile Encounter
Come to the park office for a fun, 30-45 minute program for all ages. Meet a living snake or turtle and examine shells and skins from reptiles living in the park!
1 event,
Reptile Feeding [CANCELED]
Reptile Feeding [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Check out Seneca's resident snake at the park office. Learn some quick facts about reptiles of Maryland and watch the live corn snake eat its meal!
3 events,
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Due to ongoing health concerns, the museum is closed and the exhibit will be extended by two weeks. Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Nature Nook [CANCELED]
Nature Nook [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week!
Tuesday Talk: Macedonia Baptist Church [CANCELED]
Tuesday Talk: Macedonia Baptist Church [CANCELED]
In light of current health concerns, this program has been canceled. Join History Montgomery for this special Tuesday Talk titled "Macedonia Baptist: Little Church on a Hill." Speaker Amy Rispin will discuss the rich history of the church and its importance in the River Road African American community.
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2 events,
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Due to ongoing health concerns, the museum is closed and the exhibit will be extended by two weeks. Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Weekday Hike [CANCELED]
Weekday Hike [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Come for fresh air and a leisurely 60- to 90-minute hike on the far side of Clopper Lake. Look for interesting plants, animals and winter waterfowl as you explore nature. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Meet […]
1 event,
Great Escapes: Journeys on Maryland’s Underground Railroad [POSTPONED]
Great Escapes: Journeys on Maryland’s Underground Railroad [POSTPONED]
This event will be rescheduled to a later date. Join Peerless Rockville and historian Anthony Cohen for a free lecture and preview of the upcoming book Great Escapes: Journeys on Maryland’s Underground Railroad. A project of The Menare Foundation, Inc. and Heritage Montgomery, the book explores the people, places and social forces the created a […]
3 events,
Lake Frank Eagle Nest Hike [CANCELED]
Lake Frank Eagle Nest Hike [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled. The eagles started incubating eggs in February. Come hike to a viewpoint where we can see the nest and maybe adult Bald Eagles. Bonus visit to an active Beaver Lodge with live beavers sleeping inside. Stay after the hike for Raptor Enrichment at 11:30, and Raptor Feeding at noon featuring the […]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Due to ongoing health concerns, the museum is closed and the exhibit will be extended by two weeks. Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Animal Tracks [CANCELED]
Animal Tracks [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Even though you may not see them, there are many ways we know that animals are here. Learn about different animals and their tracks, where to look for signs in the wild, and how to identify them.
4 events,
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Due to ongoing health concerns, the museum is closed and the exhibit will be extended by two weeks. Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Nature Crafts [CANCELED]
Nature Crafts [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items at the Park Office. Activities vary each week!
Codes and Signals [CANCELED]
Codes and Signals [CANCELED]
Until further notice, the museum is closed and all programming is canceled. Explore spy codes, signal messaging, and computer coding in this fun afternoon, including an enigma machine. Join members of the NSA, Morse Telegraph Club, National Museum of Language, Human Genome Research Institute, and more. This program is free and open to visitors of all […]
1 event,
Reptile Feeding [CANCELED]
Reptile Feeding [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Check out Seneca's resident snake at the park office. Learn some quick facts about reptiles of Maryland and watch the live corn snake eat its meal!
3 events,
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Due to ongoing health concerns, the museum is closed and the exhibit will be extended by two weeks. Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Storytime Station [CANCELED]
Storytime Station [CANCELED]
Until further notice, the museum is closed and all programming is canceled. The Gaithersburg Community Museum invites you and your child to enjoy monthly book readings during “Storytime Station,” an enriching 45-minute program recommended for ages 3 to 6. A take home craft helps reinforce the day's theme. Readings take place on the fourth Tuesday […]
Nature Nook [CANCELED]
Nature Nook [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week!
3 events,
Lunch and Learn: Rockville Women Who Dared [POSTPONED]
Lunch and Learn: Rockville Women Who Dared [POSTPONED]
This event has been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date. Celebrate Women's History Month during this free lunchtime presentation about Ann Maria Weems, Frieda Fromm-Reichmann, Vivian Simpson and more of the remarkable women in Rockville history. Mary van Balgooy, executive director of the Society of Women Geographers and former Peerless Rockville executive director, […]
History Hour [CANCELED]
History Hour [CANCELED]
All programming, classes, and events taking place in Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) parks and at park facilities are canceled through March 31. This lecture series features local historians and authors presenting their research on local and regional history. This month's presentation by singer and historian Lisa Berray will feature popular Victorian parlor […]
Genealogical Society Meeting [CANCELED]
Genealogical Society Meeting [CANCELED]
In light of the current health concerns, Montgomery History is suspending all in-person programming through the end of the month. This month's meeting of Montgomery History's Genealogical Society will feature "Research in Family Bibles," a presentation by Claire McDonald. Free for members; suggested $5 donation for non-members.
2 events,
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Exhibit: Women’s Suffrage 1920-2020 [POSTPONED]
Due to ongoing health concerns, the museum is closed and the exhibit will be extended by two weeks. Visit Sandy Spring Slave Museum's featured exhibit, "In Black and White: African American Women Who Lifted as They Climbed." There is an entrance fee to the museum; children under six are admitted for free.
Weekday Hike [CANCELED]
Weekday Hike [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Come for fresh air and a leisurely 60- to 90-minute hike on the far side of Clopper Lake. Look for interesting plants, animals and winter waterfowl as you explore nature. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Met […]
0 events,
5 events,
Kites Over Clarksburg [CANCELED]
Kites Over Clarksburg [CANCELED]
Due to the current COVID-19 situation, Montgomery Parks has canceled this event. Join Montgomery Parks and the Clarksburg Foundation for a free family fun day! The Annual Kites Over Clarksburg is held at Ovid Hazen Wells Recreation Park, 12001 Skylark Drive in Clarksburg, the last Saturday in March each year. Attendees can enjoy kite flying, […]
Grusendorf Open House [CANCELED]
Grusendorf Open House [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Visit a real 19th century historic log farmhouse and learn about the maple sugaring process. We will learn how to "tap" a maple tree to make real maple syrup and watch the process take place. The cabin is adjacent to […]
Women’s History Month Tour [CANCELED]
Women’s History Month Tour [CANCELED]
All programming, classes, and events taking place in Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) parks and at park facilities are canceled through March 31. Discover the role women played in Woodlawn Manor's history and similar 19th century farms, including choosing crops, planning meals and entertaining. The tour includes exterior and interior spaces; participants should dress […]
3 events,
Nature Crafts [CANCELED]
Nature Crafts [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week!
Reptile Encounter [CANCELED]
Reptile Encounter [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Come to the park office for a fun, 30-45 minute program for all ages. Meet a living snake or turtle and examine shells and skins from reptiles living in the park!
Stolen: The Story of Free African Americans Kidnapped into Slavery [CANCELED]
Stolen: The Story of Free African Americans Kidnapped into Slavery [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled. Richard Bell, associate professor of history at the University of Maryland, College Park and the author of Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped Into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home, will talk about how the outlawing of the transatlantic slave trade in the early 1800s created a criminal network of human […]
1 event,
Reptile Feeding [CANCELED]
Reptile Feeding [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Check out Seneca's resident snake at the park office. Learn some quick facts about reptiles of Maryland and watch the live corn snake eat its meal!
2 events,
Nature Nook [CANCELED]
Nature Nook [CANCELED]
This event has been canceled, but the park is open during regular hours for outdoor recreation. Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items at the Park Office. Activities vary each week!
Montgomery History ***Virtual Lecture***
Montgomery History ***Virtual Lecture***
"Off the Beaten Path in Montgomery County" Even though we are currently confined to our homes, with this free talk you’ll be able to explore areas all around the county! This illustrated presentation by Ralph Buglass explores the “Top 10” lesser-known spots in Montgomery County with historical importance, amazing natural beauty, or superlative in some other […]