Historic Takoma
History Lives Here
History Lives Here
April 2, 2026
Tickets may be purchased on the day of the tour at 7005 Piney Branch Road
Pick up advance purchase tickets at 7005 Piney Branch Road (Trinity Episcopal Church) beginning at 12:45 PM on the day of the tour.
The success of the tour depends on volunteers to plan, organize, and execute the tour. Many skills are needed. Volunteer docents are a key component of the tour. If you would like to volunteer for a two-hour shift, please contact us here. If you are interested in helping with other aspects of the 2026 tour please contact us at info@historictakoma.org.
Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.
March 4, 2026
The success of the tour depends on volunteers to plan, organize, and execute the tour. Many skills are needed. Volunteer docents are a key component of the tour. If you would like to volunteer for a two-hour shift, please contact us here. If you are interested in helping with other aspects of the 2026 tour please contact us at info@historictakoma.org.
Learn about the common architectural styles and building typologies and the history of architecture in Maryland, including the character defining features of various landmarks across Takoma Park and the greater region.
Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.
March 2, 2026
Learn about the common architectural styles and building typologies and the history of architecture in Maryland, including the character defining features of various landmarks across Takoma Park and the greater region.
Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.
February 28, 2026
Jim Douglas explores the history of the college and the surrounding area as it has evolved (and stayed the same). Learn about the early geologic setting, some Native American and colonial history, the grand Takoma Hotel, the Bliss Electrical School and how the area transformed into Montgomery College.
Learn about the common architectural styles and building typologies and the history of architecture in Maryland, including the character defining features of various landmarks across Takoma Park and the greater region.
Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.
February 26, 2026
Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.