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Montgomery Parks recognizes Autism Acceptance Month with a day of inclusive activities at Wheaton Regional Park

March 31, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is marking Autism Acceptance Month by offering an afternoon full of fun family activities during its annual Shine Brighter Together event. Participants will enjoy sensory play and physical activities for all abilities, while learning about autism and resources available in Montgomery County.

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Montgomery Parks’ Oakley Cabin Augmented Reality Experience receives a preservation award from the Maryland Historical Trust

May 15, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is proud to announce that its Oakley Cabin Augmented Reality (AR) experience is being acknowledged for Excellence in Preservation Partnerships by the Maryland Historical Trust. Read more about Oakley Cabin Augmented Reality preservation award.

Montgomery Planning’s Damascus Placemaking Festival wins award from the American Society of Landscape Architects

May 09, 2025

Baltimore, Md. – The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, (M-NCPPC) was recognized by the Maryland Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) with a Merit Award for the Damascus Placemaking…

Montgomery Parks and the Purple Line complete fish passage project that provides environmental benefits for the region

May 08, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks and the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Purple Line completed a new fish passage project at a stream underpass of Piney Branch Road in the Long Branch community, helping to restore habitat for migratory fish and…