Washington Grove
Originally a Methodist meeting ground founded in 1872 on a 200-acre tract of land, summer camp followers eventually constructed year-round homes. You can still walk the tree-lined streets of “The Grove” and see the original summer cottages in their idyllic settings.
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AG Paintball Games Ltd.
Professionally owned sports center offering paintball for individuals, groups and parties.
Clopper Lake
Clopper lake has an over-abundance of largemouth bass, as well as tiger muskie fingerlings, and a hybrid cross of northern…
Gaithersburg Community Museum
Located in the restored B&O Railroad Station complex. Museum features educational exhibits and programs.
Gaithersburg International Latitude Observatory
Built in 1899, the observatory is a National Historic Landmark.
Gaithersburg Water Park
Intended for recreational swimming, the main pool has shallow water play spaces, a raindrop water umbrella, and water slides. The…
Kentlands Mansion
Nestled in the heart of Montgomery County in Gaithersburg, Maryland is a beautiful country estate known as Kentlands Mansion. It…
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
In 2001, the American Chemical Society celebrated the first 100 years of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)…
Seneca Creek State Park
The park, comprised of 6,300 acres, extends along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek, as it winds its way to…
Shadowland
Shadowland is a top destination for families in MD and VA. Offers unique laser adventures for families, youth groups, even…
Spagnvola Chocolatier
We are a Farm and Factory Owned Chocolatier. We import our own exquisite Cocoa beans from our exotic farm in…
City of Washington Grove
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Upcoming Events in Town
Inspired by the Masters
Gaithersburg
Create your own masterpieces. Learn about and be inspired by the great masters of art. Please wear clothes you can get messy or bring a smock. A $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class. Ages 7-10.
Discovering Art (For Homeschoolers)
Gaithersburg
Discover the wonders of art by exploring a variety of mediums while learning and developing basic drawing skills. Over the course of several sessions, work in pencil, colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolor, gouache, and acrylics. Each 5 week session will explore different projects and themes. A $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class. Ages 7-12.
Catriona’s Castle
Gaithersburg
"Catriona" leads the way, providing children with a different costume and tale to enact during each class. Drama games and skills are taught in a gentle nonthreatening approach to theatre. ages 3-5 and 6-8
