Tag Archives: history
Hyattsville Musician Rebuilds Victorian House With Modern Techniques
A popular Hyattsville musician has rebuilt his Victorian home after a house fire using cutting-edge techniques to reduce its energy use. Continue reading
- Posted in Hyattsville
- Tagged architecture, history, housing, Wild Anacostias
- 1 Comment
The owners of the Mount Hermon Lodge No. 179 have applied for the building to be designated a historic property by the county and are studying how it could be adapted for other uses. Continue reading
- Posted in Bladensburg, Hyattsville
- Tagged architecture, history, Mount Hermon Lodge
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The towns of Brentwood and North Brentwood will replace an ugly symbol of segregation with art dedicated to racial reconciliation. Continue reading
- Posted in Brentwood
- Tagged history, parks, Windom Road Historic Barrier Park
- Comments Off on The Brentwoods Unveil Sculpture to Replace Segregation-Era Barrier
The owner of Triple Line Studios will discuss how to use tax credits, grants and other incentives to restore a historic home and make it more environmentally sound. Continue reading
- Posted in Bladensburg, Hyattsville
- Tagged architecture, history
- Comments Off on Hyattsville Architect’s Side Gig: Teaching Owners How to Renovate Their Historic Homes
A Forgotten Place Where Slaves Were Sold in Prince George’s County
A short drive from the Route 1 corridor in Upper Marlboro lies a haunting reminder: a long stone block once used to exhibit enslaved people during auctions. Continue reading
- Posted in Hyattsville
- Tagged history
- 4 Comments
Legendary bluesman Archie Edwards ran a barbershop just outside Mount Rainier for decades where held regular jam sessions with everyone from amateurs to blues greats. Continue reading
- Posted in Brentwood, Hyattsville, Mount Rainier, Riverdale Park, Woodridge
- Tagged Archie Edwards Blues Heritage Foundation, arts, Fort Lincoln Cemetery, history, music
- Comments Off on The Barbershop Off Route 1 Where Legendary Bluesman Archie Edwards Worked — and Played
Before becoming a rock star, Jim Morrison attended high school in Alexandria, Va., and occasionally came to Route 1. Continue reading
- Posted in Hyattsville, Woodridge
- Tagged history, Maryland Meadworks, music
- 1 Comment
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