Join Peerless Rockville and Jackson R. Bryer, Professor Emeritus of English at the University of Maryland and co-founder and president of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Conference for this fascinating illustrated presentation in-person at Glenview Mansion. When The Great Gatsby was published in May 1925, reviews were decidedly mixed and sales were well below what […]

In honor of International Underground Railroad Month, Button Farm will feature its self-guided Button Farm Almanac Tour on September 14th from 12 to 3 p.m. The tour provides a sensory experience of the elements used by freedom seekers for their own liberation. It provides participants with a deeper understanding of both the local and international […]

Join people from all over the globe to explore the moon on the same night. It's going to be an incredible experience! And don't worry, we've got plenty of hands-on activities planned for you to enjoy. SOME SPECIFICS: Observatory Park will be dark, but please do not bring a bright flashlight; bring a red light […]

In this author's talk, Anthony Brogdon examines the rise of Black business in America as detailed in his work Black Business Book. Topics span from enslaved people purchasing their freedom, to Tulsa’s “Black Wall Street,” and beyond. Anthony Brogdon is a historian, author, and host of the popular podcast Strong Inspirations, which highlights organizations sharing […]

Maria Sprehn-Malagón will discuss the work happening as part of the Gaithersburg History Project to document Gaithersburg's Latine community. She will also explore the plan for research and community documentation. The program is free. Register to participate in-person or on Zoom. It will also stream on YouTube, where Spanish translation will be available. Register for […]