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November 16, 2020 by routeonefunlady

Lakeland Spirit: Virtually Explore this Historic African-American Community this Thursday

Lakeland Historic African American Community in College Park

If you’ve enjoyed Route One Fun’s series on nearby Lakeland, the historic African-American community of College Park, then listen up! Register now for this Thursday’s virtual presentation, “The Lakeland Spirit: Through Digital Footprints.” At this virtual event, you’ll be treated to an evening full of oral histories, personal documents and photographs spotlighting the resilient spirit of this century-old African-American community in Prince George’s County, Maryland.

June 24, 2020 by routeonefunlady

Education & the African American Community of Lakeland, College Park

Lakeland Elementary School

What do you know about Lakeland, a historically significant and tight-knit African American community in College Park? Did you know that this community fought to see their children education in their community – and many lost their homes when the Prince George’s County School Board decided to build a new school on land occupied by houses, including that of Maxine Gross’s grandmother? When asked about it, “my grandmother said she could build another house; children should be educated in their own community.” More from Maxine and Lakeland here.

April 3, 2020 by routeonefunlady

Lakeland: Historic African American Community of College Park

Lakeland High School

What do you know about Lakeland, a historically significant and tight-knit African American community in College Park? Did you know that this community was established in 1890 just beyond the grounds of the University of Maryland? Did you know that Lakeland’s firm belief in the value of education brought about the 1928 opening of the area’s only high school for African Americans at the time (Lakeland High School)?

Did you know that the Lakeland community flourished and thrived for decades, despite institutional and de facto racism and segregation?

Read more about this historical African American Community of College Park in this new series about Lakeland by Maxine Gross (a Lakelander herself).

October 21, 2019 by routeonefunlady

Riverdale Theatre (& Development at Riverdale Plaza)

99-cent Theatre in Riverdale, now closed

Riverdale Plaza in Riverdale is slated for redevelopment. Before that happens, take in its history and visit to take in some cool signage and storefronts from days gone by, including that of the old 99-cent Riverdale Theatre.

December 16, 2018 by routeonefunlady

Franciscan Monastery in Brookland, DC (with or without kids)!

Outside pond at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in Brookland, DC

Searching for something different to do with (or without) your guests over the holidays? Then consider exploring the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, DC (it’s free, though donation welcomed). Open to all, the Franciscan Monastery is full of amazing architecture, incredibly beautiful stained glass windows, breathtaking art, relics of pilgrimages from around the world, shrines that make room for you to spend a moment and grounds that remind you of what it’s like to feel peaceful (except if you have a 4-year old child nipping at your proverbial heels. Tips on visiting with kids, below…).

November 14, 2018 by routeonefunlady

Where Am I Wednesday: Historic Bostwick House Edition

The Bostwick House Where in Prince George’s County might you find the Bostwick House, an elegant two and one-half story Georgian structure completed in 1746 whose terraced lawns are linked with white marble steps that once graced the U.S. Capitol (and whose front porch was recently treated to great restoration work thanks to the fine […]

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