Special hike offered on select weekdays during spring break! Program last 2 1/2 hours covering approximately 4 miles of natural surface wooded trails. Woodlawn Museum admission is included; advance registration recommended by 5:00 p.m. the day before the hike. Limited tickets available on the day of the hike at the Visitor Center. Appropriate for ages […]
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. At […]
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.
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.
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. At […]
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.
In recognition of Black History Month, the National Capital Trolley Museum presents its exhibit, Jim Crow on Streetcars. Learn about the nature of segregation aboard the cars in 19th century New York, the efforts to block the practice as it developed across the South, and the eventual success in opening employment opportunities. Winter museum hours […]
Historian Tony Cohen, president of the Menare Foundation, will discuss his organization's upcoming book, "Great Escapes: Journeys on Maryland's Underground Railroad" to be released in early 2020. This new publication will feature stories of anti-slavery figures, the locations of sanctuary sites, and reveal the routes to freedom used by freedom seekers in Montgomery County and […]
Visit a real 19th century historic log farmhouse and get the chance to try your skills at making a tin can lantern. This craft is suitable for older children and adults. Various design stencils will be available, but feel free to bring your own on a piece of paper. Make sure the motif will fit […]
Sandy Spring Slave Museum comes alive in the third annual Living Museum, with portrayals of individuals who paved the way and opened doors for others.