Springhouse 1803

09/07/2024

Explore a hidden gem of hunting and conservation history at the Woodmont Natural Resources Management Area. Fifteen visitors will have the chance to tour the majestic Woodmont Lodge and view beautiful artifacts from the early days of the Woodmont Rod and Gun Club. Guests will need to wear shoe covers inside the lodge and use special flashlights to preserve the building's integrity. Pre-registration is required by calling 301-842-2155 or emailing [email protected].

01/06/2024

01/05/2024

Washington County Government, in partnership with Preservation Maryland, invites you to attend "Preservation Basics," a free event at the Washington County Free Library on Wednesday, May 22nd, at 6:00 PM. This engaging presentation, led by Christiana Limniatis, the Program & Outreach Manager at Preservation Maryland, will provide an overview on the history of historic preservation, how preservation projects are accomplished, and explore the benefits to preserving our historic built environment.

This informative session is free and open to the public, though registration is encouraged. A suggested donation of $10 is recommended to support Preservation Maryland in offering free and low-cost educational programming. The event is co-hosted by the Washington County Historical Trust and Washington County Government.

Event Details:
🔸 Location: Washington County Free Library, 100 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD 21740
🔸 Date and Time: Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024, at 6:00 PM
🔸 Cost: Free (with a suggested donation of $10)
🔸 Registration: Recommended but not required. To register, visit https://bit.ly/PresBasics-WashingtonCo

Washington County Government encourages everyone interested in historic preservation and community heritage to attend. Discover the fascinating process of preserving historic structures and understand why it's critical to maintain our cultural heritage.

01/05/2024

Spring colors around the springhouse

29/04/2024

Washington County Launches "Love Historic" Campaign for Historic Preservation Month 💛

In honor of Historic Preservation Month in May, Washington County is excited to announce the launch of the "Love Historic" campaign. The campaign invites citizens to share photos of their favorite historic buildings in Washington County to be featured on the county's website and social media platforms.

Washington County Launches "Love Historic" Campaign for Historic Preservation Month 💛

In honor of Historic Preservation Month in May, Washington County is excited to announce the launch of the "Love Historic" campaign. The campaign invites citizens to share photos of their favorite historic buildings in Washington County to be featured on the county's website and social media platforms.

To participate in the "Love Historic" campaign, individuals are asked to visit www.washco-md.net/preservation-month to fill out a simple online form. All entries must include a photo of the building, along with a brief description of why it is meaningful to the participant.

Photos will be shared on the Washington County website and across social media throughout May to celebrate Historic Preservation Month, offering a unique opportunity to showcase the county's historical gems. Participants are encouraged to use the hashtag when sharing their submissions on social media.

For more information about the "Love Historic" campaign, please visit www.washco-md.net/preservation-month. We look forward to seeing the wonderful historic sites that matter to our residents and visitors!

15/04/2024

Get your gloves on !!!!

26/03/2024

The Sharpsburg Historical Society invites you to a free program at its monthly meeting this Thursday, March 28, at 6:30, to hear the story of the Peter Glass House. Roger Fairbourn, who helped save the 18th-century house, will trace its history from its original location on East Chapline Street, Sharpsburg, to its reconstruction at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center on Sharpsburg Pike. The meeting will be in the Community Room of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 209 W. Main Street, Sharpsburg. Information 301 992 9767.

17/08/2023

I spy........🦌

06/08/2023

Join us this Thursday, August 10th, at the Saylor House. It will be open for tours from 6-8 pm. At 7 pm, Scott Parker; President, Director of Research; Little Antietam Creek, Inc.; will talk about some of the amazing archaeological discoveries made on the grounds. Refreshments will be provided by the Conococheague Chapter DAR. Kiwanis Park, 371 Dynasty Drive, Hagerstown.

10/07/2023

09/05/2023

Please donate during Washington County Gives tomorrow 5/9. Help restore the Saylor House! Thank you

View progress at the Saylor House during our open house Tuesday, May 9, from 10 til 2. To donate during Washington Co. Gives
(Thank you!):
https://www.washingtoncountygives.org/organizations/washington-county-historicaltrust

23/04/2023

Did a bit of creek clean up, the watercress grows out of control 🫤. The Canada geese are slacking on eating it for me

08/04/2023

Finally getting a new paint job this year. Picking paint colors, ughh, can't decide!!

24/03/2023

14/01/2023

Fresh snow at Whitetail!!!
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03/01/2023

SKIERS/SNOWBOADERS/SNOWTUBERS -- Whitetail ski resort is now open! Come stay with us, we are within easy driving distance of the resort!!

22/12/2022

If you live in Washington County, books can be hand-delivered by Saturday. 

17/12/2022

Great books for those who love history and architecture

25/10/2022

Fall colors!!

29/08/2022

16/07/2022

C&O Canal

In 1917, Thomas Edison produced a silent film showing the journey down the C&O Canal to Washington, DC. This remastered video cleans up much of the damage which was present in the National Arch…

22/06/2022

A few flowers that came up this year.

11/05/2022

How do we get up there to get them??? Ha ha

27/04/2022

The crabapple blossoms look like snow ❄️, this is the kind of snow we like 🤣

16/04/2022

When the watercress is taller than the dogs it’s time to start pulling it out. The cows next door love 💕 it!!

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15/03/2022

Just opened up the spring room for the season, hopefully no more cold snaps ❄️

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12/03/2022

Hopefully this is the last snow storm of the year!! ❄️❄️