Damascus

Currently a commercial center for the northern part of the community, Damascus was the first surveyed in 1783 as “Pleasant Plains of Damascus.”  It remains a beautiful agrarian area with rolling hills and valleys.

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Agricultural Reserve

The Agricultural Reserve is a nationally acclaimed land-use plan that was established in 1980 in response to the rapid disappearance…

Garden of Remembrance Gan Zikaron Memorial Park

Take a long walk through the landscaped pathways, enjoy the forest preserve areas while visiting the hallowed grounds of your…

Little Bennett Campground

20 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian. 91 wooded campsites with grills, campfire circle, pit toilets.

Little Bennett Golf Course

Located at the north end of Little Bennett Regional Park, the course offers several scenic views of Sugarloaf Mountain. The…

Poolesville Golf Course

With two scenic lakes and almost 7000 yards of championship golf, this course offers world-class practice facilities, 2-acre practice area…

Seneca Schoolhouse Museum

Welcome to a typical school day in 1880 Seneca, Maryland.

Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain has been designated a Registered Natural Landmark because of its geological interest and striking beauty.

Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard

On the border of Montgomery and Frederick Counties, Sugarloaf Mountain produces Bordeaux-style wines receiving numerous awards. Sugarloaf holds many events…

Torrid Enterprises

With a store in Germantown Plaza, Torrid Paintball offers all supplies needed for paintball as well as a field at…

White’s Ferry

White’s Ferry is a cable ferry service operating across the Potomac River. It is located six miles west of Poolesville…

Upcoming Events in Town

Art Show and Fundraiser

Poolesville

HMD IS SEEKING ART SUBMISSIONS FROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY ARTISTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. All 3D and 2D art forms are welcome. Proceeds from the show will benefit the renovation of the Poolesville Museum at the former Poolesville Town Hall, 19933 Fisher Ave., Poolesville, MD. Contribute to a great cause while showing your art in a special venue, recently featured on Hometown Fridays on Fox 5 News!

Art Show and Fundraiser

Poolesville

HMD IS SEEKING ART SUBMISSIONS FROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY ARTISTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. All 3D and 2D art forms are welcome. Proceeds from the show will benefit the renovation of the Poolesville Museum at the former Poolesville Town Hall, 19933 Fisher Ave., Poolesville, MD. Contribute to a great cause while showing your art in a special venue, recently featured on Hometown Fridays on Fox 5 News!

Art Show and Fundraiser

Poolesville

HMD IS SEEKING ART SUBMISSIONS FROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY ARTISTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. All 3D and 2D art forms are welcome. Proceeds from the show will benefit the renovation of the Poolesville Museum at the former Poolesville Town Hall, 19933 Fisher Ave., Poolesville, MD. Contribute to a great cause while showing your art in a special venue, recently featured on Hometown Fridays on Fox 5 News!