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2026 Takoma Park House and Garden Tour Tickets Now Available


Purchase tickets in advance at our online store or scan this QR code

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.

Information on Past Events

Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.




Upcoming Events


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.

Please register in advance.


Information on Past Events

Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.




Upcoming Events

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.

Please register in advance.


Information on Past Events

Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.




Upcoming Events

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.

Please register in advance.


Information on Past Events

Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.




Upcoming Events


Information on Past Events

Follow this link to our Past Events page for further information (slides, transcripts, etc.) from past event.