Things to Do in Montgomery County, MD

Bussard Farm was built in the early 1900s and is now part of the 410-acre Agricultural History Farm Park, one of the area’s most historical farms and a picture-perfect setting for a country wedding or other special occasion. Get hitched in the meadows or at the historic post-and-beam red Bank Barn. All areas provide breathtaking views of the surrounding meadows and wooded hills. The restored farmhouse is available for the bridal preparations.

Agricultural History Farm Park Website

Non-profit organization that builds artistic, athletic, confident individuals. Dance instruction for children and adults. Institute also offers Pilates. A world-class state of the art dance facility

American Dance Institute Website

Serving the greater Washington DC area, instructors teach the essence of grace on the dance floor. The BDC also offers many special events featuring different types of dance.

Ballroom Dance Company Website

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is internationally recognized as having achieved a preeminent place among the world\'s most important orchestras. The 2010-2011 season marks the sixth full season of the Orchestra's second home, the 1,976-seat Music Center at Strathmore, located in North Bethesda, Maryland. With the opening of the Music Center at Strathmore in February 2005, the BSO became the nation\'s first orchestra with year-round venues in two metropolitan areas. As the founding partner and resident orchestra of the Music Center, the BSO presents approximately 30 performances in the concert hall annually. Concert experiences include Classical, SuperPops and Special Events.

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Website

The Historical Society includes a tour of the Beall Dawson House and the Stonestreet Museum of 19th Century Medicine lasting 45 minutes to an hour.

Beall-Dawson Historic Park Website

C&O Canal National Historic Park Website

A well-used crossing point on the Potomac between Montgomery and Loundon Counties, in 1863 75,000 southern troops crossed on pontoon bridges on their way to Gettysburg.

C&O Canal, Edwards Ferry Website

A scenic aqueduct and lockhouse along the C&O Canal.

C&O Canal, Seneca Aqueduct/Riley’s Lockhouse Website

Running along side the C&O Canal, the towpath provides a path for bikers, walkers, dogs to enjoy Maryland, DC and Virgina.

Chesapeak and Ohio (C&O) Canal Towpath Website

Offering classes for salsa, cha-cha, rumba, samba, jive, tango, waltz, fox trot, belly dancing and Argentine tango. The studio also offers private lessons--no dance partner required.

Elenas Dance Studio Website

Visit the F. Scott Fitzgerald Gravesite located at the historic Saint Mary’s Cemetery. While intervening years took Fitzgerald around the world, Maryland never left his
heart. People, places, and experiences in Rockville found their way into his writings. The author's life-long connection to Rockville was maintained through correspondence,
family ties and visits and, in 1940, as his final resting place.

F. Scott Fitzgerald Burial Site Website

158 acre golf course, most popular course in Montgomery County. 18-holes

Falls Road Golf Course Website

153 acres of wooded parkland and landscaped greenspace, Glenview exudes the charm, grace, and style you would expect from an early 20th century estate listerd on the National Register.

Glenview Mansion Website

Swing, climb and zip through the forest canopy 40 to 50 feet above the ground at Go Ape, the world's largest treetop adventure course operator! The obstacle course is made up of 40 crossings, including trapezes, rope bridges, suspension bridges, 2 tarzan swings and 5 longest zip lines in the area. There are 5 individual sections within the course, each section taking you higher into the forest canopy and finishing with a zip line more exciting than the previous one! The course takes 2 to 3 hours and reservations are highly recommended.

Go Ape! Website

Originally a simple stone Locktender's house along the C&O Canal, the Tavern watched the construction of the Washington Aqueduct, battles during the Civil War, and other historical events.

Great Falls Tavern Museum Website

The Josiah Henson Site (formerly called the "Riley Farm/Uncle Tom's Cabin") is a historic resource of local, state, national and international significance because of its association with Reverend Josiah Henson, whose 1849 autobiography inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe's landmark novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin. The Riley farm was where Henson lived and worked as a slave from 1795 to 1830. The existing frame building, possibly dating to the late 18th century, was the home of Isaac Riley.

Josiah Henson Historic Site (Uncle Tom’s Cabin) Website

The museum encourages the preservation of Latvian cultural heritage in the United States

Latvian Museum Website

Located in Rock Creek Regional Park, Meadowside offers hands-on natural and cultural history programs and exhibits. There are 8 miles of nature trails to see real live animals in their real habitats.

Meadowside Nature Center Website

Offering a driving range, pro shop, practice putting green and snack bar, Needwood is a well conditioned course good for golfers of all abilities.

Needwood Golf Course Website

4 sites with grills, campfire circle, pit toilets. For MoCo residents only.

Parklawn Camping Area Website